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UPDATE: Victim identified as Juan Diego Cisneros in Kentwood shooting, remains under investigation

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department Detective Bureau at 616-656-6600 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Unity in Motion Festival promotes help and resources for families

Members of the Davenport women’s soccer team volunteered at the event, offering free face paintings. (Photo: WKTV/Lillian Reiner)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Police investigate homicide from Aug. 19

One person is dead following a shooting near 50th Street SW and South Division Avenue. (Photo: WKTV/Sam Rangel)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

GVSU Survey: Positive outlook being dragged by tariffs, oil, uncertainty

Business conditions in West Michigan remained positive in July, though several key indicators softened from June, according to the latest survey of supply chain managers by GVSU. CLICK OPEN FOR DETAILS (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:GVSU Seidman College of Business

Local Sports Update

East Kentwood opens season with 55-point effort against Southfield A&T

For a season opener, they don’t come much more impressive than East Kentwood’s 55-0 win against Southfield A&T to open the 2026 high school football season. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

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

Rockets swap experience with grit; replacing a dozen graduates

Kelloggsville will have to replace a dozen seniors from a team that made the playoffs for the first time since 2017 with a 6-3 record. All-Conference senior tackle Davion Whitfield is back. (Photo: WKTV/Sam Rangel)

By:Ty Marzean, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Returning talent has Godwin Heights poised for big season

“I mean, we’re biased, but I’ll be honest, I think he’s for sure the best quarterback on this side of the state,” said Godwin Heights Coach Brandon Kimble about Martellis Forest. (Photo: WKTV/Sam Rangel)

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

Large veteran group has South Christian primed for strong season

This year’s edition of the Sailors features plenty of talent and depth along with plenty of experience. South Christian wide receiver Charlie Vermaas is one of those veterans. (Photo: WKTV/Sam Rangel)

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

East Kentwood football team looking to build off last year’s big season

Coach Tyrone Spencer’s Falcons reached the Division 1 State Semifinals last season. (Photo: WKTV/Sam Rangel)

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

Local News

City of Wyoming announces search for next Police Chief

“We’re looking for someone with a passion for community relationships, and someone who is prepared to build on the department’s strong culture grounded in providing high-quality police services to the Wyoming community,” said John Shay, City Manager.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

South Kent Chamber Foundation gives away 185 backpacks filled with school supplies at National Night Out

Kelloggsville High School cheerleaders joined in on the fun at the National Night Out block party held recently at The Dock Urban Youth Ministries in Wyoming. CLICK OPEN to see our video. (WKTV/Samantha Rangel)

By:Cris Greer, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood welcomes Peter Vanderberg as Deputy City Administrator

Vanderberg joins the City from the Village of Spring Lake, where he served for the past three years, most recently as Assistant Village Manager. (Photo Courtesy: Adams Studio of Photography)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV We the People: Get to know your local Kentwood and Wyoming candidates

WKTV invited local candidates to create a video for the upcoming primary and/or general election involving key races that affect Kentwood and Wyoming voters.

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

Food, Fun and Fashion at the weekly Kentwood Farmers Market

Tressa Liba, owner of Smoke’n Butt’s BBQ at the Kentwood Farmers Market on July 20, 2026. (WKTV/Lillian Reiner)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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