Josh Sanchez

Kalamazoo, Lansing

Kalamazoo Reporter at WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids, MI)

Kalamazoo reporter for @WOODTV @WesternMichU ‘19, WLNS ’24 • MVJ top 10 vets in journalism ‘24 • silly goose

Articles

If housing project loses federal funds, Kalamazoo County could step in

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — A long-planned housing project for people in addiction recovery could be at risk after federal budget cuts. Kalamazoo County commissioners may allocate $2 million to help fill the gap. Since 2018, developers have been working to address a critical housing need in Kalamazoo. Edison Community Partners has been working with Kalamazoo County agencies, city leaders and others to bring Kalamazoo Recovery Housing, or Kalrecovery, to reality.
Location eyed for Kalamazoo County youth sports facility

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — The city of Kalamazoo might be the host of a new youth sports facility. Discover Kalamazoo shared the recommended location with city commissioners Monday night. The site sits between US-131 and Drake Road — right outside of Oshtemo Township. Jane Gosch with Discover Kalamazoo said the location is within a 15-minute drive of several hotels around the county and is near a public transit line.
Proposed upgrades could change Kalamazoo parking zones, meters

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — New meters could be coming to Kalamazoo streets along with changes to free and paid parking. They’re some of the changes under the 2025 parking update presented to Kalamazoo City Commission Monday night. City staff and consultants preparing the updates said it all comes down to adjusting the rules and equipment to better align with parking demand. Paid parking could be changed into free parking on parts of East Michigan Avenue.
Home near Gobles destroyed in fire

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Rachel Van Gilder |Josh Sanchez

PINE GROVE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — A vacant home north of Gobles was destroyed in a fire Sunday. The fire broke out around 5 a.m. at the property on M-40 south of 4th Avenue in Pine Grove Township. Crews at the scene of a fire on M-40 north of Gobles on June 1, 2025. (Courtesy Scott Brunner) The house was already fully involved by the time firefighters arrived, the Gobles Pine Grove Fire Department said.
Investigators look into fireworks tip after fire at Battle Creek-area market

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Rachel Van Gilder |Josh Sanchez

PENNFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — While a fire that destroyed a market near Battle Creek remains under investigation, officials say they have spoken to kids who were playing with fireworks nearby. There were two fires at Bailey Park Thriftway on Capital Avenue near Eaton Street in Pennfield Township Saturday, the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office says. Around 6:30 p.m., firefighters were sent to a report of an explosion and dumpster fire. They quickly doused it and left.
West MI counties refute sanctuary jurisdictions list

3 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — Kalamazoo and Kent counties were among the eight local governments listed as “sanctuary jurisdictions”by the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday. However, county leaders say the department got it wrong. The list highlights communities DHS officials claim are deliberately obstructing federal immigration law enforcement.
Kalamazoo Public Schools expects improved graduation rate for class of 2025

4 weeks ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — The superintendent of Kalamazoo Public Schools says he expects to see a higher graduation rate for the class of 2025 compared to last year, which also posted a record figure. Seats were packed at the Wings Event Center Thursday for Kalamazoo Central High School’s graduation. Families and friends cheered on their graduates as they marked the end of one chapter of their lives and the start of another.
Kalamazoo Public Schools expects improved graduation rate for class of 2025

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Josh Sanchez

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — The superintendent of Kalamazoo Public Schools says he expects to see a higher graduation rate for the class of 2025 compared to last year, which also posted a record figure. Seats were packed at the Wings Event Center Thursday for Kalamazoo Central High School’s graduation. Families and friends cheered on their graduates as they marked the end of one chapter of their lives and the start of another.
Hundreds reflect at Fort Custer National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day

1 month ago | woodtv.com | Josh Sanchez

AUGUSTA, Mich. (WOOD) — Hundreds filled the grounds of Fort Custer National Cemetery near Augusta Sunday afternoon to pay respects to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. The cemetery’s green fields mark the final resting place for thousands of Americans. Each veteran’s grave was marked with its own American flag. The “Program of Remembrance” brought families, friends and veterans together for an afternoon of reflection. A flyover and music punctuated speeches.
Hundreds reflect at Fort Custer National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Josh Sanchez

AUGUSTA, Mich. (WOOD) — Hundreds filled the grounds of Fort Custer National Cemetery near Augusta Sunday afternoon to pay respects to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. The cemetery’s green fields mark the final resting place for thousands of Americans. Each veteran’s grave was marked with its own American flag. The “Program of Remembrance” brought families, friends and veterans together for an afternoon of reflection. A flyover and music punctuated speeches.