Kevin Hodge

United States

News Director at WBKB-TV (Alpena, MI)

Anchor and Executive Producer for WZMQ19/ Michigan State Alum / Class of 2019

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Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center offers free weekly check-in service for veterans

2 weeks ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center is introducing a free weekly check-in service for veterans called Early Alert. The program is designed to provide quick and helpful support to veterans by addressing potential challenges they may be facing. Early Alert operates through text messages that check in with veterans about key aspects of their well-being, including sleep, health, relationships, and financial concerns.
Ishpeming Police seek help in locating man on bond for armed robbery charges

2 weeks ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Ishpeming Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a 21-year-old man facing multiple charges. Bailey Aho-Carello was out on bond for charges including armed robbery, unlawful driving away of a motor vehicle, and two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm. Aho Carello has since absconded. Bailey now has a felony arrest warrant from the Ishpeming Police Department for unarmed robbery, stemming from a separate incident.
Gov. Whitmer declares state of emergency for Baraga County

2 weeks ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

LANSING, Mich. (WZMQ) – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for the city of Lansing, Allegan County, and Baraga County after a severe weather system on May 15 brought 11 tornadoes, damaging winds, heavy rain, and flash flooding to communities across the state. “These storms left a mark on Michigan especially in our capital city and in Allegan and Baraga counties,” Whitmer said.
MSP seeks help finding ATV driver who fled in Ishpeming

1 month ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – Michigan State Police are looking to identify an ATV driver who took off from them during an attempted traffic stop in Ishpeming. According to their press release, they tried pulling the man over on Greenwood Street near Willow Street on May 9. Troopers did not pursue due to the suspect driving recklessly and endangering public safety. He is described as white, wearing a black shirt, a blue motocross-style helmet and no goggles.
Insights: Escanaba Kiwanis Home & Garden Show

2 months ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

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Planned Parenthood closing three Michigan locations

2 months ago | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – In an announcement Wednesday, Planned Parenthood of Michigan is announcing the closure of three of their locations. Their Marquette, Petoskey, and Jackson locations are set to close on April 30, and the last patients will be seen on April 25. According to their press release, the closures are in response to reduced federal funding by the Trump administration and an effort to continue the organization’s long-term sustainability.
Two found dead in Forsyth Township, one with stab wound

Jan 31, 2025 | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

LITTLE LAKE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Two people are reported dead after police discovered their bodies while performing a wellness check on January 30 at a home in Little Lake. According to the Forsyth Township Police Department, they were able to force themselves in and found the deceased, one of them with a stab wound. Evidence shows it was an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public. Police are not releasing any other information at the this time and the investigation is ongoing.
2 dead following 2-vehicle crash in Escanaba

Jan 23, 2025 | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Escanaba Department of Public Safety is reporting two people have died in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of North Lincoln and Danforth Road. According to the report, a Dodge Ram Truck pulling a snowmobile trailer hit a Subaru attempting to turn west onto Danforth. The driver and passenger of the Subaru were pronounced dead at the scene while all four in the truck were taken to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
Former Lake Linden employee charged with stealing gas from Department of Public Works

Jan 22, 2025 | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

LAKE LINDEN, Mich. (WZMQ) – A Lake Linden man is facing multiple charges for allegedly stealing gasoline from the Department of Public Works for years. After an investigation, 71-year-old Ronald Schmitt was arraigned on Wednesday. It was revealed Schmitt had been using a key fob meant for fueling department vehicles on his own vehicle since he retired 12 years ago. It’s estimated he stole around $28,000 worth of gasoline over that time.
Insights: Marquette-Alger RESA offering pre-k enrollment

Dec 10, 2024 | wzmq19.com | Kevin Hodge

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