Council Candidates Talk East Lansing’s Sanctuary City Status, Downtown Safety, Budget and More at Candidate Forum
The forum was recorded and is available to view.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Ask ELi: ELPS Superintendent Dori Leyko Explains District’s Approach to Discipline
East Lansing Public Schools Superintendent Dori Leyko spoke with ELi about evolving philosophies on discipline and what tools are available in ELPS.
East Lansing Police Chief Faces Backlash Over “Racist” Remark and Body Cam Lapses
Some members of the police oversight commission believe comments East Lansing Police Chief Jen Brown made in a news interview showed racial bias.
Mayor by Day, Meijer by Night: The Price of Leadership in East Lansing
Low compensation for council members may cause burnout for elected officials and make the elected positions unfeasible for many community members.
Council Delays Vote on Amendments to Police Oversight Commission; Tables Resolution On Social District
The city also reached a new three-year contract with City Manager Robert Belleman.
A Large Company Purchased a Historic East Lansing Rental Community. Longtime Residents Were Quickly Priced Out.
Residents of the Hillcrest Village apartments told ELi a new property manager increased rents dramatically after purchasing their complex. Then their neighbors started moving out.
IN THE COMMUNITY
How East Lansing Could Be Impacted By the Federal Government Shutdown and Michigan Missing the Deadline to Pass a State Budget
About 5,000 federal civilian employees live in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, which includes East Lansing.
East Lansing Lifeguards Save Lives On and Off the Clock
At least three Aquatic Center employees used their training to help save people in danger while off the clock this summer.
Test Scores Indicate Red Cedar Elementary Students are Overcoming Unique Challenges
The scores indicate that many Red Cedar students overcome challenges like having English as a second language.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Downtown Safety and the Debate Over Police Oversight Commission
This week’s East Lansing Insider podcast features discussions about safety downtown and potential changes to the city’s police oversight commission.
A Local Girl’s Memory Continues to Strengthen East Lansing Schools
The East Lansing Educational Foundation is accepting nominations for its annual awards.