SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
ELPS Board Begrudgingly Passes State-Mandated Provision to Receive Mental Health Funding
Schools are now required to waive attorney-client privilege in the event of a “mass casualty event” to receive state funding that supports student mental health.
The Numbers: East Lansing City Council Election Sees High Turnout, Two Candidates Run Away From the Field
Two candidates received far more support than others in the field, but no one appeared on the majority of ballots.
East Lansing DDA Hears Proposals for Social District, to Repeal Parts of Pretextual Stop Ordinance and More
Police Chief Jen Brown shared the suggestions from a work group assigned with addressing issues in downtown East Lansing.
East Lansing Sued for Police Brutality, Misleading Press Release
The City of East Lansing, ELPD Chief Jen Brown and an ELPD officer are all named in the lawsuits.
Farmers Markets Offer Relief With Federal Food Assistance in Limbo
While SNAP benefits remain in limbo, food assistance is available at local farmers markets.
IN THE COMMUNITY
ELHS Students Examine Real Cases Through True Crime Club
The club can be a productive outlet for students who want to pursue a career related to criminal justice or psychology.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: East Lansing, Michigan’s Last Sanctuary City
Jay Kaplan, staff attorney for the ACLU of Michigan, joins Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols on this week’s East Lansing Insider podcast.
Local Churches to Host Screening of “1946,” Film Examining Roots of Anti-LGBT Theology
Community members, regardless of religious background, are invited to the event.
East Lansing Makers: The Weavers Guild
The Greater Lansing Weavers Guild was created more than 70 years ago.
East Lansing to Offer $1,000 for a Song That Captures the City
Five to eight finalists in the songwriting contest will be invited to perform their songs live.