East Lansing Schools Targeted by Two “Swatting” Calls in Three School Days. It’s Part of a Larger Trend.
Calling in false emergencies to draw a large response from law enforcement is a growing concern, with calls more often targeting large entities like schools and religious institutions.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
They Never Grew Old: East Lansing’s WWII Dead
Thirty-seven service members from East Lansing were killed during World War II. These are their stories.
Investigation report: No legal wrongdoing by East Lansing City Manager, but interviews raise concerns
An investigation into East Lansing City Manager Robert Belleman did not find evidence to support a city employee’s claims of sexual harassment and bullying, though multiple individuals interviewed said Belleman communicates with female employees in a more demeaning and dismissive manner. These findings come from a report released by the city Friday from an independent…
East Lansing to Release Investigation into City Manager
The report details an investigation into a complaint about sexual harassment and bullying.
Residents Describe Fear, Bias at Emotional Meeting Following Release of ELPD Shooting Footage
Later in the meeting, a panel of East Lansingn police leaders answered questions from city leaders.
East Lansing Police Use of Force Spiked in 2025 as Oversight Mechanisms Collapsed
2025 saw a more than 50% increase in the number of incidents where East Lansing police used force compared to the year prior, records produced by the police department show.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Insider Podcast: A Look at the MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center
Surplus store Operations Coordinator Chris Hewitt talks with ELi Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols on this week’s East Lansing Insider podcast.
ELPS Superintendent Explains Lockdown Procedures at Board Meeting
East Lansing Public Schools was targeted by two false threats earlier this month.
East Lansing City Council Holding Surprise Meeting Thursday
The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. and will include time for public comment.
Ride of Silence Honors Cyclists Injured and Killed on Lansing Roads at 19th Annual Memorial Ride
The group will ride from MSU’s campus to the Michigan State Capitol building starting at 6:30 p.m.
East Lansing City Manager Accused of Sexual Harassment
The accusation was made during public comment of Tuesday’s City Council meeting.