SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
EL High School Closed Friday, as School Board Continues to Face Backlash
ELi brings you a wider look at what’s going on with the tensions in East Lansing Public Schools.
East Lansing Police First Heard about High School Lockdown from a Parent Who Called 911
ELPD called the school to confirm it was, in fact, in lockdown.
East Lansing High School Teachers and Students Describe Fear and Exhaustion from Ongoing Violence
“There was a firearm within four feet of me,” a student who rushed to help a teacher told the East Lansing Public Schools Board of Ed. “I had no clue.”
Special East Lansing District Identified as “Ripe for Redevelopment”
If the “test” area for a new form-based zoning code works out, it could be implemented in other parts of East Lansing, too.
After Library Director Calls Police on Wrongly-Accused Black Teen, Outrage Expressed to Board
A long-time East Lansing resident says her son was racially profiled by the library director, and she wants the director removed from her position. What comes next is not clear.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Only a Few Tickets Remain for ELi’s Special Screening of “Storm Lake”
Only 12 of the 60 tickets remain, so act fast if you’d like to join us for a screening of “Storm Lake.” Before the film, you can grab dinner and a Storm Lake cocktail and check out an original indoor mural that will be on special display. Plus, meet members of the reporting team!
Burcham-Henge Is Back! And the Weather Might Cooperate
Why would anyone stand in the middle of the road to watch the sun set in East Lansing? ELi explains.
ELPS Board Meeting Highlights Safety Measures Progress, Model UN Team
Superintendent Dori Leyko gave a detailed update on security measures that have been implemented in the district.
ELi Opens Search for New Executive Director
This article tells you about the job and why ELi’s Board of Directors is making this move.
The GOAT on Grand River Will Be a Culinary Experience
Owners hope the speakeasy-themed restaurant becomes a dining destination.













