East Lansing’s Jeopardy! Brain Trust: Local Contestants Share Their Paths to the Iconic Game Show
Locals who have appeared on Jeopardy! said they took different approaches to prepare to be on the show.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Approves Parking Lot Loitering Ban, Tosses Out Camping Ban Amid Public Outcry
The proposals have drawn sharp criticism from advocates for unhoused people over the last few months.
East Lansing Scales Back Proposed Camping Ban but Critics Say New Rule Could Still Target Unhoused Residents
City Council scaled back a camping ban to focus on people who block event spaces, but advocates say language still leaves room to target unhoused people.
Human Rights Commission May Be Blocked From Key Records in East Lansing Police Probe
The commission will likely need Mayor Erik Altmann to waive a nearly $900 fee to obtain records it says are vital to an investigation of alleged police brutality.
East Lansing Makers: Do You Know the Mushroom Man?
Matt Stata has been cultivating mushrooms at his home for years.
Faith Over Fatigue: Muslim Students Embrace Ramadan Amid Busy Schedules
While balancing fasting, prayer and reflection with day-to-day responsibilities can be challenging, Muslim students who spoke with ELi said they find Ramadan rewarding.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Set to Scrap Blocked Off El Fresco Space; Considering Spending Tens of Millions on Facility Improvements
A blocked off space on Albert Avenue downtown that includes games and seating has been a staple since the COVID-19 pandemic, but will likely not be back this summer.
East Lansing Insider: Housing and Development in East Lansing
ELi editors talk about recent housing proposals on this week’s East Lansing Insider podcast.
City Crews Brace for Spring Storms as East Lansing Develops Flood Resiliency Plan
East Lansing is taking feedback from residents for a wet weather resiliency plan that will likely be presented to the community later this spring.
School Board Roundup: Central Admin Building Debuts, Student Athletes Honored
This was the first school board meeting in the district’s new central administration building.
Musicians Invited to Enter East Lansing’s First Songwriting Competition
The city hopes the competition produces a song that can be played at local events in the future.