A couple of factors made driving on Sunday and Monday particularly difficult in the Kalamazoo area — rain followed by snow.

Driving continues to be quite the chore in West Michigan due to ongoing lake effect snow, poor visibility and wind gusts between 35 and 45 mph. Drivers were struggling to get up the Westnedge Hill in Kalamazoo earlier this morning.

A white Christmas appears unlikely for lower Michigan while northern areas have a chance, according to weather officials. See the three-day forecast.

Residents in northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula can expect rain and snow to develop late on Saturday, Nov. 22.

A large amount of suspected stolen property recovered in Kalamazoo is believed to be connected to storage unit break-ins.

Detroit’s winter travel can be especially tricky due to Midwest storm tracks, which often lead to significant disruptions. The city averages 9 inches of snow each December, making road conditions unpredictable, and snow regularly remains in the forecast through the end of the year.