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How East Lansing Could Be Impacted By the Federal Government Shutdown and Michigan Missing the Deadline to Pass a State Budget
Government

How East Lansing Could Be Impacted By the Federal Government Shutdown and Michigan Missing the Deadline to Pass a State Budget

ByAnna Liz NicholsOct 2, 2025
East Lansing Lifeguards Save Lives On and Off the Clock
Public Safety

East Lansing Lifeguards Save Lives On and Off the Clock

ByDustin DuFort PettySep 30, 2025
Mayor by Day, Meijer by Night: The Price of Leadership in East Lansing
Government

Mayor by Day, Meijer by Night: The Price of Leadership in East Lansing

ByAllison Treanor, Adan Tomas QuanSep 30, 2025

How Do You Reach These Kids?
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How Do You Reach These Kids?

ByLucas DayJul 22, 2025
As November’s elections approach, there’s a university-sized elephant in the room.

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Have a Question for City Council Candidates? Let Us Know!
Government

Have a Question for City Council Candidates? Let Us Know!

ByLucas DayAug 8, 2025
ELi and the Lansing Area League of Women Voters will team up to host a City Council Candidate forum Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Ex-East Lansing Police Chief Kim Johnson Resigned After Harassment Complaints, City Stayed Silent
Public Safety

Ex-East Lansing Police Chief Kim Johnson Resigned After Harassment Complaints, City Stayed Silent

ByDustin DuFort PettyAug 6, 2025
At least two formal complaints filed to the city alleged former Police Chief Kim Johnson sexually harassed female ELPD employees.
East Lansing Teachers’ Union Votes Against Proposed Contract
Schools

East Lansing Teachers’ Union Votes Against Proposed Contract

ByDustin DuFort PettyAug 5, 2025
Without an agreement in place and the school year nearing, district administrators and teachers are weighing their options.
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ByDustin DuFort PettyJul 31, 2025
November’s City Council election is more than three months away and we’ve already received questions about the eligibility of a couple candidates.
When East Lansing Was Dry
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When East Lansing Was Dry

ByDustin DuFort PettyJul 31, 2025
Alcoholic beverages were illegal in East Lansing into the late 1960s, with the city changing course largely to attract developers.
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IN THE COMMUNITY

Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Steve Whelan
Government

Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Steve Whelan

ByAllison TreanorSep 2, 2025
This is the second story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
Development Updates: Pizzawala’s Expects to Open this Winter; Temporary Sauna Park No Longer in the Works
Development

Development Updates: Pizzawala’s Expects to Open this Winter; Temporary Sauna Park No Longer in the Works

ByAyah ImranAug 29, 2025
Reporter Ayah Imran has the latest on a pair of developments that were approved by City Council this year.
Original East Lansing Starbucks to Close
News

Original East Lansing Starbucks to Close

ByDustin DuFort PettyAug 28, 2025
The Starbucks near the Grand River Avenue and Charles Street intersection will close Sunday, Aug. 31.
East Lansing Native Alex Flit Opens Spartan Cuts Barbershop, Blending Craft, Culture and Community
News

East Lansing Native Alex Flit Opens Spartan Cuts Barbershop, Blending Craft, Culture and Community

ByDustin DuFort PettyAug 25, 2025
The barbershop is located at 301 M. A. C. Avenue.
East Lansing Library Seeks Outside Help as Youth Behavior Issues Persist: Mental Health and Security Solutions Proposed
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East Lansing Library Seeks Outside Help as Youth Behavior Issues Persist: Mental Health and Security Solutions Proposed

ByAyah ImranAug 22, 2025
Library officials believe that kids not having any place to go after school is a factor driving persistent behavioral problems at the library.
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