How Do You Reach These Kids?
As November’s elections approach, there’s a university-sized elephant in the room.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Volunteer Team That Will Put City Finances Under a Microscope Holds First Meeting
Much of the committee’s first meeting was spent learning background information on the city’s finances and budgeting process.
Billboard Critical of East Lansing Police Chief Goes Up in Lansing
The billboard features a statement Brown made in a news interview last year that has been broadly characterized as racist.
East Lansing Police Oversight Commission Will Look to Increase Community Involvement
The commission formed a subcommittee to focus on community outreach.
Council Roundup: City May Scrap Blocked Off Albert El Fresco Area, Discussion on Camping and Loitering Ordinance Continues
A couple members of council wondered if the blocked off space presents public safety concerns or has outlived its usefulness.
Trump Says Funding Will Be Cut Off From Sanctuary Cities as East Lansing Remains Lone Michigan City on DOJ List
Speaking in Detroit on Tuesday, Trump said federal funding will be cut off from sanctuary jurisdictions starting Feb. 1.
IN THE COMMUNITY
FaceTime Threat to “Shoot Up” MacDonald Middle School Prompts Police Investigation
Authorities are working to confirm the identity of the person who made the threat.
East Lansing Charter Review Committee Members Urge Council to Advance Amendments
Members of a committee that recommended changes to the City Charter don’t believe votes on the 29 proposed amendments should be spaced out across several ballots, as is being discussed.
MSU Entrepreneurs Earn Spot on ABC’s Shark Tank With Shoelace Startup
A viewing party will be held at Lansing Brewing Company for the airing of the March 4 Shark Tank episode.
School Board Roundup: Board “Pauses” Lifetouch Relationship Over Alleged Epstein Connection; Hears Sex Ed Updates
The district had no spring activities scheduled with Lifetouch and the district is reviewing available information to determine the future of its relationship with the company.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: The City Continues to Consider Camping and Loitering Bans
The East Lansing City Council again deferred a vote on proposed bans on public camping and loitering in parking areas.