How Do You Reach These Kids?
As November’s elections approach, there’s a university-sized elephant in the room.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
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.
Paper Butterfly Exhibit at Hannah Community Center Raises Awareness for Michigan’s Direct Care Workforce Crisis
Paper butterflies will soon flood the halls of the Hannah Community Center as part of an art installation that aims to draw attention to the shortage of home healthcare aides.
ELPS Board Begrudgingly Passes State-Mandated Provision to Receive Mental Health Funding
Schools are now required to waive attorney-client privilege in the event of a “mass casualty event” to receive state funding that supports student mental health.
The Numbers: East Lansing City Council Election Sees High Turnout, Two Candidates Run Away From the Field
Two candidates received far more support than others in the field, but no one appeared on the majority of ballots.
IN THE COMMUNITY
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.
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.