ELi’s Voter Guide for the Nov. 3 Election
There are more than two dozen elected positions and ballot proposals on East Lansing ballots.
Thousands of Weekly Searches Tap Into ELPD’s Flock Data. Few Come From Local Police.
A 1,700-page document obtained through a records request reveals East Lansing’s Flock database is being used by dozens of police departments around Michigan.
East Lansing Election Results: Voters Back Charter Amendments, Tax Proposals, Progressive Candidates
East Lansing voters saw their preferred candidates win major elections.
ELi’s Voter Guide for the Aug. 4 Election
Find out what’s on the ballot, the different ways to vote and more!
Called Out of Retirement, Annette Irwin Aims to Bring Stability as East Lansing’s Interim City Manager
Irwin spoke with ELi days before she takes over as East Lansing’s top employee.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Privacy Concerns Persist as ELPD Shares Flock Data Broadly With Michigan Police Agencies
Following an ELi investigation, city officials have raised questions about outside agencies’ access to local license plate data.
Lansing Might Have a Serial Killer. Its Failure to Protect the Unhoused is no Mystery, Advocates Say.
Five homeless people have died violently on the Lansing River Trail over the last year, sparking concerns about a serial killer.
Downtown Businesses Caught in Middle of Development Dispute
With a majority of the Bailey Street parking lot blocked off since Friday, some downtown businesses say they’ve already taken a hit.
How Will ‘Super El Niño’ Affect Mid-Michigan this Winter?
Expect less snow in mid-Michigan this winter, as a “Super El Niño” brings higher temperatures.
East Lansing Plans ‘Data Week’ Ahead of New Data Center Regulations
Events for data week will focus on AI, data centers and data science.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Officials Begin Laying Groundwork for Income Tax Renewal Campaign
The income tax doesn’t expire until 2030, but a renewal vote could be on the ballot as soon as next year.
East Lansing Theatre Department to Host Night of Magic Fundraiser Friday Night
The fundraiser will feature East Lansing-based magician Chad Banister and a performance from an ELHS student magician.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Hear Arguments For and Against Moving City Council Elections
Voters will decide if City Council elections are to be moved from even- to odd-numbered years.
Tenant Resource Center Mid-Michigan Hosting Fundraiser on Sunday
The center was expected to help 175 people annually. In a year-and-a-half, it has helped 1,500.
Local Peace Organizations to Host Musical Rally
The event will be held 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Edgewood United Church of Christ.

















