2025 in Review: A Look at What Happened in East Lansing This Year
Think you might’ve missed something this year? We’ve got you covered.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Woodward Builds a Family and a Contender in East Lansing Wrestling Program
During Thomas Woodward’s eight years as ELHS wrestling coach, the program has grown from a handful of athletes to dozens, and even added a girls team.
East Lansing City Council Defers Action on Measures Critics Say Would Criminalize Homelessness
A months-long discussion on proposed bans to public camping and loitering in parking areas will continue when the ordinances return to City Council next month.
East Lansing Police Department Pledges Openness After Year Marked By Transparency Rollbacks
The police department plans to add information to its website to be more transparent, Chief Jennifer Brown told the East Lansing City Council.
Local Nonprofit Launches Solar Fundraiser to Support Independent Living Community
Along with providing affordable housing, LINCS helps residents in its community to find appropriate work opportunities and build social connections.
Five East Lansing Elementary School Students Taken to ER After Ingesting Marijuana Edibles
An email Robert L. Green Elementary School Principal Amy Webster sent to parents said emergency services were onsite Tuesday after five students reported feeling ill.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Ramadan in East Lansing
The episode is also available on streaming services like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
FaceTime Threat to “Shoot Up” MacDonald Middle School Prompts Police Investigation
Authorities are working to confirm the identity of the person who made the threat.
East Lansing Charter Review Committee Members Urge Council to Advance Amendments
Members of a committee that recommended changes to the City Charter don’t believe votes on the 29 proposed amendments should be spaced out across several ballots, as is being discussed.
MSU Entrepreneurs Earn Spot on ABC’s Shark Tank With Shoelace Startup
A viewing party will be held at Lansing Brewing Company for the airing of the March 4 Shark Tank episode.
School Board Roundup: Board “Pauses” Lifetouch Relationship Over Alleged Epstein Connection; Hears Sex Ed Updates
The district had no spring activities scheduled with Lifetouch and the district is reviewing available information to determine the future of its relationship with the company.