A Longtime East Lansing Business Owner Wants to Build Housing Downtown. First the City Will Have to Change its Policies.
The city passed in ordinance in 2016 that was meant to bring affordable housing downtown. One local business owner says the ordinance has stifled development.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Approves Parking Lot Loitering Ban, Tosses Out Camping Ban Amid Public Outcry
The proposals have drawn sharp criticism from advocates for unhoused people over the last few months.
East Lansing Scales Back Proposed Camping Ban but Critics Say New Rule Could Still Target Unhoused Residents
City Council scaled back a camping ban to focus on people who block event spaces, but advocates say language still leaves room to target unhoused people.
Human Rights Commission May Be Blocked From Key Records in East Lansing Police Probe
The commission will likely need Mayor Erik Altmann to waive a nearly $900 fee to obtain records it says are vital to an investigation of alleged police brutality.
East Lansing Makers: Do You Know the Mushroom Man?
Matt Stata has been cultivating mushrooms at his home for years.
Faith Over Fatigue: Muslim Students Embrace Ramadan Amid Busy Schedules
While balancing fasting, prayer and reflection with day-to-day responsibilities can be challenging, Muslim students who spoke with ELi said they find Ramadan rewarding.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Chrissie Evaskis-Garrett Chosen as East Lansing Public Library Director
Evaskis-Garrett has been serving as the library’s interim director since July.
Meet the Finalists for East Lansing’s Next Library Director, as Board Set to Make Decision Tonight
ELPL Board President Ameenah Asante provided ELi with bios for the three director finalists, as the board is set to make a decision at its meeting at 4 p.m. today.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Budget Season is Underway
The East Lansing City Council received a presentation on the city’s proposed budget at a meeting last week.
East Lansing Removes DEI Director as Human Rights Commission Liaison Without Explanation
Hardy’s sudden removal from the city’s Human Rights and Police Oversight Commissions came with no explanation from City Manager Robert Belleman.
Lucia Ungaro Fox Park to be East Lansing’s First Park Named After a Woman
The small pocket park will be located in the Chesterfield Hills neighborhood.