SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Police First Heard about High School Lockdown from a Parent Who Called 911
ELPD called the school to confirm it was, in fact, in lockdown.
East Lansing High School Teachers and Students Describe Fear and Exhaustion from Ongoing Violence
“There was a firearm within four feet of me,” a student who rushed to help a teacher told the East Lansing Public Schools Board of Ed. “I had no clue.”
Special East Lansing District Identified as “Ripe for Redevelopment”
If the “test” area for a new form-based zoning code works out, it could be implemented in other parts of East Lansing, too.
After Library Director Calls Police on Wrongly-Accused Black Teen, Outrage Expressed to Board
A long-time East Lansing resident says her son was racially profiled by the library director, and she wants the director removed from her position. What comes next is not clear.
Answers to Your Questions about the EL City Manager’s Contract Termination
You’ve got questions about why East Lansing’s Council just did what it did. We’ve got answers.
IN THE COMMUNITY
What Happened at Council This Week?
Council members and city officials make emotional statements in the aftermath of the MSU mass shooting.
‘Conscious Conversations’ Series Invites Open Minds to Discuss Big Life Topics
Young adults (including college students) are invited to join this monthly event at East Lansing’s Public Library.
Protests, Other Events Scheduled in Reaction to Shooting at MSU
One week later, community continues to find ways to heal and speak out.
The ‘Kids’ Are Not All Right (Right Now)
Students, MSU librarian share their stories and their emotions with ELi.
Students Describe Confusion, Fear During Hours-Long Manhunt
MSU sophomores waded through scary misinformation while barricaded in their dorm room.













