SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
MSU School Safety Expert Weighs in on Climate at East Lansing High School
ELi spoke with MSU Prof. Glenn Stutzky to get his take on ongoing concerns in East Lansing’s public schools.
Commissioners Question ELPD on Social Workers, Data Collection and Future Changes
Independent Police Oversight Commission continues to press specific issues.
Ask ELi: What We Found Out About The Uvalde Foundation for Kids
In-depth digging (and lots of capitalizations) raise concerns about this foundation.
EL School Board Members Warned Not to Violate Transparency Law, as Statements Are Released
Trustee Monica Fink is calling out transparency problems with East Lansing’s school board. We explain her objections and the backdrop.
East Lansing’s City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk Resign, Adding to Turmoil (Updated)
These resignations add to a wave of departures of key city staff that began in advance of City Council deciding to terminate the contract of City Manager George Lahanas last month.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Acting Director of Public Works Nicole McPherson Resigns, Too
McPherson’s resignation adds to a pile of resignations by top East Lansing city administrators.
With Turmoil in the City’s Workforce, Brookover Wants Council Involved in Hiring
City Councilmember George Brookover wants two council members in the final round of interviews for department heads.
Mayfield Resigns as East Lansing High School Principal
Superintendent Dori Leyko cites “privacy and confidentiality reasons” for providing little information.
New Citizens’ Organization Hopes to Help Guide 5G Cell Tower Installation
A group of East Lansing homeowners are trying to preserve neighborhood aesthetics.
Bacon and Talifarro Speak about Exodus of Top City Employees
Mayor Ron Bacon addressed rumors while Talifarro described “an emotionally challenging and arduous time.”













