SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Will Soon Assemble a Volunteer Team to Address the City’s Financial Challenges
City officials have taken varied stances on the state of local finances. A team of volunteers will soon take a deep dive into the numbers to recommend action.
Developers Propose Two Massive Apartment Complexes be Added to Downtown East Lansing
The city recently received proposals for 12 and 15-story apartment complexes that developers want to build downtown.
East Lansing School District Joins Class Action Suit Against PowerSchool, Say ELPS Data was not Compromised
A data breach last year compromised the information of tens of millions of students and teachers, but ELPS officials say additional safeguards protected the district.
East Lansing Faces Crossroads on Sanctuary City Policy
It’s too soon to say if sanctuary city designations will offer more protection for Michigan’s immigrant communities than the potential harm of drawing attention from federal agencies, one expert said.
Mark Grebner: The Last Midwestern Hippie
Grebner has become known for his often fiery statements about local officials and innovative political consulting company.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Congressman Tom Barrett’s Campaign Seeks High School Students’ Emails After Anti-ICE Walkout
Last week, Michigan Information and Research Services reported a staffer for Barrett filed a FOIA request seeking ELHS staff and students’ emails related to an anti-ICE demonstration.
East Lansing City Council to Vote on Controversial Camping and Loitering Ordinances Tonight
The proposed public camping and loitering bans drew hours of condemnation from residents at a meeting earlier this month, and could be adopted by the East Lansing City Council at its meeting tonight.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Love in East Lansing
Reporter Dustin DuFort Petty hosts a Valentine’s Day special episode of East Lansing Insider.
MSU to Host Remembrance and Healing Events for Third Anniversary of School Shooting
Events include an organ remembrance, volunteer opportunities and a moment of silence at Beaumont Tower.
Quiet Adventures Symposium Returns Feb. 28 to Inspire Outdoor Exploration
The Feb. 28 symposium will feature speakers, activities and exhibitors for outdoor enthusiasts and people looking to pick up a new hobby.