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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Police Oversight Commission Discusses Harassment, Trespassing; Interim Police Chief Jen Brown Extends an Olive Branch
Interim Police Chief Jen Brown has held meetings with several police oversight commissioners, working to improve the relationship between ELPD and the commission.
Checking in With the Charter Review Committee
So far, the committee has recommended 19 changes to East Lansing’s guiding document.
ELPL Board Approves Budget Recommendation
Despite revenue from the property tax growing at a lower rate than past years, ELPL is projected to carry a healthy budget in FY26.
Divide Between ELPD, Police Oversight Commission on Display at March Meeting
Interim Police Chief Jen Brown asserted that some members of ELIPOC “hate cops” at the March 5 meeting.
Community Invited to Get Creative, Find Personal Connections, Enter MLK Art Contest
Submissions for the contest are being accepted through April 13.
IN THE COMMUNITY
A Local Girl’s Memory Continues to Strengthen East Lansing Schools
The East Lansing Educational Foundation is accepting nominations for its annual awards.
Two East Lansing Churches Welcome New Parish Leaders
The pulpits of All Saints Episcopal Church and the Edgewood United Church of Christ were filled this year.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: ELi Editors Discuss Upcoming Election Slate
Managing Editor Luke Day and Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols discuss the upcoming election slate.
Library Board Prepares to Search for a New Director
Interim Library Director Chrissie Evaskis-Garrett said the search will cost a “minimum” of $55,000 to $60,000.
East Lansing Faith Groups to Hold Protest for Gaza Today
The protest will be held at the median near Grand River Avenue and Abbot Road, and will not block traffic.