Federal Funding Cuts Bring Fear, Turmoil to East Lansing Fish & Wildlife Office
“There is no benefit to what they’re trying to do,” a FWS employee told ELi.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
DDA Announces Sale of Long-Held Evergreen Properties
Interest and principal payments on the Evergreen Avenue properties have been a significant drain on the DDA’s budget since the land was purchased in 2009.
Meet Mr. East Lansing
Matt Apostle’s work as the city’s community and economic develpment specialist requires he work with almost every corner of the community.
Calls for Transparency Clash with Safety Concerns in East Lansing Police Oversight Debate
Proposed changes to the police oversight commission have sparked debate over transparency, public safety and accountability ahead of a crucial City Council vote.
Council Votes to Give Rate Increase to Labor Attorney; Refers Charter Committee’s Recommendations to Attorney
The city reached a new contract with its labor counsel just months ago. But after every lawyer in the firm’s labor department left, council voted to approve a new contract at roughly double the rate.
City Likely to Extend Application Period for Financial Health Review Committee After Drawing Few Applicants
The committee, which is designed to carry seven members, drew interest from just three applicants.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Peace Education Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Over the last half century the group has protested against wars and human rights violations.
Meet the ELi Team and Help Us Write Our Next Chapter
Meet the ELi team Thursday, Nov. 6 from 6-9 p.m. at (SCENE) Metrospace in downtown East Lansing.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: East Lansing Police Use of Force Data Analysis
This week, the East Lansing Insider podcast explores data on use of force within the East Lansing Police Department.
Charter Review Committee Presents Recommendations to City Council
The committee passed 23 resolutions proposing changes to East Lansing’s guiding document.
East Lansing City Council Orders Independent Review of Actions by City’s Police Department
The decision to order the review comes on the heels of two city commissions calling for Police Chief Jen Brown to be removed.