Bright New Chapter: RJ’s Burgers & Ice Cream Co. Opens in East Lansing
Along with an expansive menu, the restaurant features a bright and colorful interior.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Police Use of Force Spiked in 2025 as Oversight Mechanisms Collapsed
2025 saw a more than 50% increase in the number of incidents where East Lansing police used force compared to the year prior, records produced by the police department show.
Photos: Large Thunderstorm Brings Downed Trees, Power Outages to East Lansing
Monday’s thunderstorm downed trees and brought power outages to East Lansing.
East Lansing Police Release Video of Fatal Shooting of Isaiah Kirby
The footage was released one month after the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Isaiah Kirby.
East Lansing Weighs Data Center Rules Ahead of Moratorium Deadline
Right now, there is essentially no where data centers can be placed in East Lansing under the city’s zoning code and map.
Justin Drwencke Steps Into Leadership Role During Critical Time for East Lansing Parks
Justin Drwencke has took on budget constraints and evolving community priorities during his first months as East Lansing’s parks director.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Parks Commissioners Frustrated by Surprise Budget Cut
Recreational programs will see a fee increase next fiscal year to cover the nearly $400,000 budget cut.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: A Look at the MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center
Surplus store Operations Coordinator Chris Hewitt talks with ELi Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols on this week’s East Lansing Insider podcast.
ELPS Superintendent Explains Lockdown Procedures at Board Meeting
East Lansing Public Schools was targeted by two false threats earlier this month.
East Lansing City Council Holding Surprise Meeting Thursday
The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. and will include time for public comment.
Ride of Silence Honors Cyclists Injured and Killed on Lansing Roads at 19th Annual Memorial Ride
The group will ride from MSU’s campus to the Michigan State Capitol building starting at 6:30 p.m.