SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Graffiti at MAC May Have Referenced UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting, Spurs Enhanced Security
Meridian Township police are investigating the graffiti.
Interim Police Chief Chad Pride Steps Down, Jen Brown Fills Role
New ELPD Interim Chief Jen Brown has served as a deputy chief for the department since December 2023.
ELPS Mental Health Coordinator Presents to School Board
In-school therapy for students and training for teachers are among the strategies ELPS is using to help students overcome mental health challenges.
Council Approves Seasonal Sauna Park, Hears Update on Non-Motorized Transportation Plan
The seasonal sauna park will operate from January through April 2025.
Is the City Planning to Take Legal Action in Response to Proposal 1 Passing?
At the Nov. 19 City Council meeting, several residents in favor of the charter amendment voiced their belief that the city is exploring legal action to nullify parts of Proposal 1, which was recently approved by voters.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Meet the Headline Performers of East Lansing’s Pride Celebration
This year’s Pride Celebration will feature a drag story hour at the East Lansing Public Library and drag performances downtown.
Council Again Clashes Over Loud Cars; Take Step Towards Green Code Audit
Council will revisit an ordinance that stops ELPD from conducting pretextual stops in most cases after Councilmember Erik Altmann suggested the “loud exhaust” provision be removed.
Council Isn’t Sold on Proposal to Create Social District Downtown
A social district would allow people to take drinks to concerts and other events in the Albert El Fresco area. But some council members have concerns about enforcing the rules.
East Lansing Gardening 101
Brent Crain, a horticultural educator with Michigan State University Extension who coordinates the master gardener program for six mid-Michigan counties, shared gardening tips with ELi.
Council Gives Planned Indian-Style Pizza Restaurant Approval to Serve Alcohol
Alcohol sales is a key part of the full service, sit down restaurant’s business plan. Approval from council paves the way for the restaurant to soon open.