Local Organization Pushes Forward With Ambitious Plans to Clean Michigan Waterways
Michigan Waterways Stewards have removed more than 200,000 pounds of litter over the last three years.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Investigation report: No legal wrongdoing by East Lansing City Manager, but interviews raise concerns
An investigation into East Lansing City Manager Robert Belleman did not find evidence to support a city employee’s claims of sexual harassment and bullying, though multiple individuals interviewed said Belleman communicates with female employees in a more demeaning and dismissive manner. These findings come from a report released by the city Friday from an independent…
East Lansing to Release Investigation into City Manager
The report details an investigation into a complaint about sexual harassment and bullying.
Residents Describe Fear, Bias at Emotional Meeting Following Release of ELPD Shooting Footage
Later in the meeting, a panel of East Lansingn police leaders answered questions from city leaders.
East Lansing Police Use of Force Spiked in 2025 as Oversight Mechanisms Collapsed
2025 saw a more than 50% increase in the number of incidents where East Lansing police used force compared to the year prior, records produced by the police department show.
Photos: Large Thunderstorm Brings Downed Trees, Power Outages to East Lansing
Monday’s thunderstorm downed trees and brought power outages to East Lansing.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Know the Ballot: Voters to Decide on Hotel, Motel Room Tax Increase
The ballot proposal seeks to raise a county tax on hotel and motel rooms from 5% to 8% to fund event venues and county fairgrounds.
Know the Ballot: County Trails and Parks Millage Renewal to be Decided in August
More than 100 projects have been funded by the millage over the last 12 years.
East Lansing to Separate With City Manager Robert Belleman
Belleman’s departure comes from the city comes less than three years after he was hired in September of 2023.
Know the Ballot: Ingham County Voters to Decide on Majority of Potter Park Zoo Operating Funds at August Election
A millage that provides the majority of Potter Park Zoo’s operating funds will be up for renewal at the Aug. 4 election.
Photos: East Lansing’s Annual Pride Celebration Returns Downtown
Saturday’s celebration included drag performances, vendors and more.