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A Real ID - a state ID or driver's license with the gold start - will be required to fly within the United States and enter some federal facilities starting May 3, 2023. Learn more about this from the State of Michigan.

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The city’s current contract for trash, recycling, bulk, and yard waste curbside pickup is due to expire at the end of March 2021.

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We know the coronavirus pandemic has caused concern, anxiety, and many community changes. The city team is doing all we can to help prevent the spread.

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The city’s current contract for trash, recycling, bulk, and yard waste curbside pickup is due to expire at the end of March 2021.

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This winter, we’re bringing you snow operations tips and updates. Follow along with us on Facebook and Nextdoor, and click the link below for FAQs.

Transit Information

We know the coronavirus pandemic has caused concern, anxiety, and many community changes. The city team is doing all we can to help prevent the spread.

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No injuries in Wagner Dr. fire

Incident number: 2021-04564Type of emergency: Structure fireIncident date: 8/1/21Incident time: 1:52 a.m.Address/location: 795 Wagner Dr. - Williamsburg Aparments

Occupied? YesOwner: Williamsburg Apartments

Probable cause, if known: ElectricalStructure type...

Two minor injuries in Brook St. fire

Incident number: 04485Type of emergency: Structure fireIncident date: 7/28/21Incident time: 09:25 amAddress/location: 155 Brook St. 

Occupied? YesOwner: Transcontinental Michigan, Inc. 

Probable cause, if known: Machine malfunctionStructur...

Last day to pay city property taxes 8/20/21

For more information contact: 311 Information Center at 269-966-3311

Last day to pay city property taxes 

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – Friday, August 20, is the last day to pay city property taxes. City Hall will remain open until 5 p.m. that da...

City summer camp, Full Blast reopening July 24, 26

City buildings reopen to public visits July 12

City of Battle Creek buildings will reopen to public visits on Monday, July 12, after months closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Generally, buildings will be open limited hours to start: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m.-noon Friday.&n...

Police identify body found in Kalamazoo River

This past Sunday, July 25, Battle Creek Police, Battle Creek Fire, and other emergency first responders worked to recover a body from the Kalamazoo River off Riverside Drive.

 Police have identified the man as 63-year-old Luis Romero-Jimenez. It a...

Police seeking charges for Arbors shooting suspect

Police are seeking charges of open murder against the person they arrested yesterday, in connection with a shooting outside the Arbors apartments yesterday morning.

That person will be arraigned tomorrow, so we will not release their name today. 

P...

One man dead, one person arrested after Arbors shooting

Police have confirmed that 27-year-old Andre Watson of Battle Creek died after a shooting at the Arbors apartments this morning. 

A 29-year-old Battle Creek woman was shot during the incident, and was treated at and released from Bronson Methodist...

See something? Say something to BCPD.

The Battle Creek Police Department wants you to know that officers are ready to respond when you see something that looks out of the ordinary or suspicious. Community members who are informed and alert play a critical role in helping law enforcement agenc...

Request a BCPD patch

We often receive requests from individuals who would like a patch from the Battle Creek Police Department. If you would like to request our patch, please send $2 -- cash or money order -- to the BCPD, 34 N. Division St., Battle Creek, MI 49014. Please inc...

Mill/pave starts today

City contractors started milling and paving work on two city streets today – Friday, July 30.  

The following streets will be milled starting Wednesday, with work taking place from approximately 7 a.m....

Hamblin, Michigan Ave bridges to close for rehab

Two bridge rehabilitation projects start tomorrow – Wednesday, July 14 – bringing detours for through traffic on Hamblin and Michigan avenues. 

• Hamblin Avenue, over the Kalamazoo River – detours will begin at Kendall ...

Wentworth Ave construction project starts July 12

A reconstruction project on Wentworth Avenue will close the street to through traffic from Circle Drive to Foster Avenue.

Work begins Monday, July 12, and will continue through November. That includes water main and sanitary sewer replacements, road resurf...

Emmett Street bridge work creates traffic shift starting Wednesday

June 1, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Engineering Division, 269-966-3343

Emmett Street bridge work creates traffic shift starting Wednesday

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – Beginning tomorrow morning, Wednesday, June 2, city contract...

2021 City Road Construction Projects

March 30, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

For more information contact: Engineering Division, 269-966-3343 

2021 City Road Construction Projects 

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The city’s engineering team is announcing the 20...

Local agencies launch local transit pilot

Over the next year, riders can travel anywhere in Calhoun County.

For the next year, neighbors can take public transportation across Calhoun County, with as little as 30 minutes notice, as part of a collaborative new pilot program.

Battle Creek Transit will launch the program on Monday, March 8, under the BCGo name.

&...

Countywide public transit pilot

Starting March 8, 2021, neighbors could travel across Calhoun County in a year-long, public transportation pilot program. You will use the BCGo Calhoun County smartphone app to book a ride with as little as 30 minutes notice; you can also call for a ride....