East Lansing Election Results: Voters Back Charter Amendments, Tax Proposals, Progressive Candidates
East Lansing voters saw their preferred candidates win major elections.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Developer Sues East Lansing After Apartment Rejection
While the scope of the lawsuit is not yet known, concerns about litigation were raised at a Planning Commission meeting before the City Council denied the proposal.
The Changing Classroom
Longtime teachers say the expanded use of technology and diminishing standards are among the biggest changes they’ve seen during their careers.
East Lansing Begins Lengthy Process to Find Next City Manager
The city is unlikely to find its new top employee until 2027.
Healthcare Committee, Election-Year Proposals Advance Toward East Lansing’s November Ballot
An advocate for one of the charter amendments accused the City Council of adding language to the ballot to dissuade voters from supporting the amendment.
Housing Group, MSU Students Call for More Housing in East Lansing After Apartment Rejection
The City Council approved a 12-story apartment complex at its July 21 meeting and rejected a 10-story complex at the same meeting.
IN THE COMMUNITY
National Politics Are Driving Anti-Muslim Hate in East Lansing, Islamic Center Leaders Say
There has been an increase in hateful posts made targeting the East Lansing Islamic Center since Abdul El-Sayed secured the Democratic senate nomination at the August primary election.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Listen to the Highlights From City Council’s Meeting
Hear directly from residents and city leaders who reacted to a video of an ELPD officer punching a restrained woman.
East Lansing Extends Data Center Moratorium as City Develops New Regulations
The city has received some interest from developers since the moratorium went into place in March.
Residents Demand Police Accountability During Tense East Lansing City Council Meeting
Some members of the City Council addressed a video showing an officer striking a restrained woman at Tuesday’s meeting.
East Lansing Updates Process for Community to Petition for Traffic Calming Features
Residents can petition for traffic calming measures like speed humps and raised crosswalks.