Featured

NASCAR stars Carson Hocevar, Erik Jones headline Money in the Bank race at Berlin Raceway 

Veteran Wyoming driver Brian Campbell is looking to win the Money in the Bank race for a third time on Wednesday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today, greer@wktv.org

Sweet Adelines place second in regional contest; advance to International competition in Seattle

Their high finish advanced them to the International Competition in Oct. 2027 in Seattle. (Photo: WKTV/Colleen Pierson)

By:Colleen Pierson, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor

61st District Court Amnesty Program to resolve warrants and waive late fees and penalties

This program provides individuals with an opportunity to settle their old court financial obligations and pay the original amount of the ticket or financial assessment. It waives late fees, bench warrant fees, and show cause fees for those who qualify. (Photo: Public Domain. Free for personal and commercial use. pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police and two other agencies execute search warrant Thursday on South Division in ongoing narcotics investigation

Officers also recovered two handguns in the operation. There are no outstanding suspects related to this investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

NASCAR stars Carson Hocevar, Erik Jones headline Money in the Bank race at Berlin Raceway 

Veteran Wyoming driver Brian Campbell is looking to win the Money in the Bank race for a third time on Wednesday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today, greer@wktv.org

Ricky LaDuke takes checkered flag in feature race last Saturday at Berlin

In the inaugural race of the new series at Berlin, the drivers gave the crowd plenty to cheer about. While the Newmans were the big names in the race, it was Ricky LaDuke, a mainstay at Kalamazoo Speedway, who came away with the checkered flag. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

NASCAR legend Ryan Newman to headline at Berlin Raceway Saturday; races daughter for first time

Ryan Newman and his daughter Brooklyn are competing in the same race at Berlin Raceway Saturday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Whitetails Unlimited: Six steps to youth hunting success

Introducing youngsters (or adults) to hunting takes special patience and accommodations to build a love of the outdoors and appreciation of our cherished traditions. (Photo: Public Domain. pxhere.com)

By:Whitetails Unlimited, Joe Byers

BOXING FANS: Check out this WKTV Friday Night Highlights special show featuring the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships

Grab your favorite snacks and beverages and settle in to watch this nearly 3-hour video of the recent Michigan Golden Gloves Championships.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Kentwood invites community to Kickoff to Summer Celebration on Saturday, June 6

The celebration features food trucks, live music and more. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police hold press conference on three recent crimes, including attempted kidnapping

Kentwood Police Captain Tim Wierenga gave WKTV and local media updates on three recent crimes, including an attempted kidnapping of a 14-year-old girl in the 1800 block of Rondo Street on May 12. CLICK OPEN TO WATCH PRESS CONFERENCE!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police arrest 29-year-old male for Assault and Battery and Attempted Kidnapping in two separate incidents

The incidents occurred on Tuesday, May 12. Suspect John Moore was charged and lodged at the Kent County Correctional Facility. (See video provided by Kentwood Police inside)

By:WKTV Staff

American Red Cross blood drives return to RiverTown Crossings on June 12 and June 26

Donors who give blood between June 1 and June 28 will receive a $15 e‑gift card and be entered for a chance to win a $7,500 prize. (Photo: RiverTown Crossings: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

West Michigan Veterans & Family Resource and Empowerment Gathering June 14 at Hero’s/Shero’s Corner Kentwood

The event, held from 4 to 7 p.m., is a new quarterly gathering to strengthen, support and inform the veteran community and their families in West Michigan. (Logo: Michigan Women Veterans Empowerment: Used with Permission)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal