They Never Grew Old: East Lansing’s WWII Dead
Thirty-seven service members from East Lansing were killed during World War II. These are their stories.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
After Having Enforcement Capabilities Restored, ELPD Issued Four Tickets For Loud Exhaust This Year
Early this year, the City Council repealed a section of an ordinance that instructed officers not to pull drivers over for loud exhaust.
Nonprofit Seeks to Establish East Lansing Healthcare Committee in City Charter
If approved by voters, the charter amendment would require the City Council to appoint members of a city committee that analyzes local barriers to healthcare.
Ask ELi: Why Is My Sidewalk Being Replaced?
A homeowner may have to pay over $2,000 to cover costs of sidewalk repairs, even though he believes the sidewalk was in good condition.
Citizen Group Seeking to Switch City Council Elections to Even-Numbered Years Submits Petition
If the clerk’s office verifies signatures, it will likely be placed on the November ballot.
Financial Records Show Sharp Rise in East Lansing Legal Costs
The city spent more than $1.5 million on legal service last fiscal year.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Extends Data Center Moratorium as City Develops New Regulations
The city has received some interest from developers since the moratorium went into place in March.
Residents Demand Police Accountability During Tense East Lansing City Council Meeting
Some members of the City Council addressed a video showing an officer striking a restrained woman at Tuesday’s meeting.
East Lansing Updates Process for Community to Petition for Traffic Calming Features
Residents can petition for traffic calming measures like speed humps and raised crosswalks.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Video of ELPD Officer Striking Restrained Woman Sparks Outrage
ELi’s editors discuss the city and community’s response to a video circulating on social media.
Teacher Pay Keeps Many Educators Working Through the Summer
East Lansing teachers describe how salary schedules, inflation and stagnant pay make summer employment a necessity.