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
Two Massive Apartment Complexes Are Proposed for Downtown East Lansing. Where Would Everyone Park?
The two large complexes could collectively house over 1,400 residents, but current plans include few parking spaces for them.
Council Roundup: City Leaders Again Float Gas Leaf Blower Ban, Discuss Development Authority
While no decisions were made, council floated the idea of a gas leaf blower ban that would be phased in over a number of years.
At the Heart of Local Democracy, Two Sisters Lead
Sisters and East Lansing High School graduates Amy and Emily Gordon work together to run the city clerk’s office.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: East Lansing City Council Considers Camping and Loitering Ban
City Council is considering banning public camping and loitering in parking areas.
Council Roundup: East Lansing Turns Attention to Loud Cars, Hires a Communications Coach for its Police Chief at Busy Meeting
Council also appointed members to serve on a financial health review team.