As MSU Ushers in Massive Development, Nearby Residents Feel They Are Being Left Out of the Planning
Longtime residents of neighborhoods near MSU doubt university leaders will take their concerns about a planned development seriously.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing School District Joins Class Action Suit Against PowerSchool, Say ELPS Data was not Compromised
A data breach last year compromised the information of tens of millions of students and teachers, but ELPS officials say additional safeguards protected the district.
East Lansing Faces Crossroads on Sanctuary City Policy
It’s too soon to say if sanctuary city designations will offer more protection for Michigan’s immigrant communities than the potential harm of drawing attention from federal agencies, one expert said.
Mark Grebner: The Last Midwestern Hippie
Grebner has become known for his often fiery statements about local officials and innovative political consulting company.
Emails Show Police Chief, Prosecutors and PR Firm Coordinated Controversial ELPD Press Release
The press release painted a very different picture than security footage later released of the incident. Charges against both men named in the release have been dropped.
Police Oversight Commission Files Complaints Related to Pepper Spray Incident, Despite Advice from City Attorney
The oversight commission is the second city commission to file motions pertaining to the incident, despite a city attorney advising against it.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Repeals Loud Exhaust Portion of Pretextual Stops Ordinance, to Consider Rolling Back Other Provisions
At last night’s meeting, council repealed a provision in the city’s pretextual stops ordinance that instructed officers to not pull drivers over for loud exhaust. It may roll back more provisions in the ordinance later on.
Five Big Questions for 2026
2025 was a busy news year. We’re guessing 2026 will be too.
The Votes Are In! See the Winners of ELi’s Second Annual Holiday Lights Contest
This year’s winning display featured a Star Wars-themed setup.
Cast Your Vote in ELi’s Second Annual Holiday Lights Contest!
Voting will run through Sunday, Dec. 28.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Grief During the Holidays, A Conversation With Ele’s Place
Ele’s Place is a healing center in the Capital area that supports children and families through the death of a loved one.