Grammy-Winning Artists and ‘The Late Night Show’ Talent to Take Stage at Summer Solstice Jazz Festival
The two-day festival will be held Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22 and is expected to bring about 7,000 people to downtown East Lansing.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
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.
East Lansing Teachers’ Union Votes in Favor of New Contract
The vote came about a month after the teachers’ union rejected a previously proposed contract.
Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Adam DeLay
This is the final story in a series about the six candidates for East Lansing City Council.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Insider Podcast: The Power of Gratitude
Hear from prominent local figures about what they’re grateful for this holiday season.
East Lansing to Kick Off Holiday Season with Tree Lighting
The tree lighting event will feature horse and pony rides, and encounters with characters from Disney’s “Frozen.”
Attorneys Provide Update on BWL “Franchise Fee” Payments
Some class members have already received payments, but those with questions should reach out to class attorneys.
Erik Altmann is the Mayor of East Lansing
City Council voted make Erik Altmann the mayor of East Lansing at its first meeting since the Nov. 4 election.
New East Lansing Mayor to be Selected, Councilmembers-Elect to be Sworn in at Meeting Tonight
The five member East Lansing City Council will select a mayor among themselves tonight.













