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‘Let's bury it’: City Council axes public camping ban

Ria Gupta

March 18, 2026

Following months of public debate, East Lansing City Council nixed a controversial public camping ban Tuesday after homelessness advocates denounced the legislation as criminalizing the homeless. 

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City council stalls public camping ban vote to March

Ria Gupta

February 18, 2026

East Lansing City Council further postponed the vote on a controversial public camping ban ordinance following increased pushback from homelessness advocates at a council meeting on Tuesday. The ordinance is part of East Lansing Police Chief Jen Brown’s attempt to introduce solutions to reduce violence downtown after unlawful pepper spray and Taser usage by city police officers during MSU’s Welcome Week. 

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City council delays vote on controversial public camping ban

Ria Gupta

February 4, 2026

Banning camping in public spaces would prohibit anyone from using bedding or things that resemble bedding, such as sleeping bags, and other materials with the intention of setting up a temporary living space in public alleys, parks, and other community areas. 

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Students gather in downtown Lansing to oppose data center

Georgia Hill

January 26, 2026

Roughly 75 students and community members packed into an expo-style open house in a large conference room at the Lansing Center on Saturday morning to ask questions and express concerns over a proposed data center. 

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MSU students protest capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro at capitol

Ria Gupta

January 18, 2026

Alongside the Venezuelan cause, protestors opposed increased ICE raids and voiced support for Michigan to divest from the state of Israel. 

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CATA passes 2026 budget amid shortfall, service cuts remain 'real threat'

Jack Williams

August 21, 2025

CATA passed a $70 million budget Wednesday amid a $12 million shortfall without having to cut services—but CEO Bradley Funkhouser warns that cuts could be on the horizon if there aren't changes in state and local government.

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East Lansing named on Department of Justice’s list of sanctuary cities

Melody Meyer

August 8, 2025

The Department of Justice released a list Tuesday of states, counties and cities that have adopted policies that override national immigration laws, including sanctuary cities. Of the twenty cities named, East Lansing is the only one in Michigan. 

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East Lansing Citizens Manual uncovers stories of local LGBTQ activism and progress

Melody Meyer

June 30, 2025

For many Michigan State University students, East Lansing is a temporary home. College years often fly by — sometimes too quickly for students to learn about the city more deeply. Political science professor Sarah Reckhow recognized this gap and sought a solution. Together with her class, she created the East Lansing Citizens Manual.

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‘No Kings’ rally draws thousands to Michigan's Capitol in nationwide 50501 protest

Somer Sodeman

June 14, 2025

Thousands turned out for 50501's "No Kings" protest rallying to confront "the crises fueled by the Trump regime" and reject authoritarianism this Saturday at the Michigan State Capitol.

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'Preventative lockdown' lifted at Okemos High School following threat report

Finn Gomez

May 29, 2025

Okemos High School was placed on “preventative lockdown” following reports of a possible threat on the premises. After a search, there was no indication of weapons or violence according to Chief Rick Grillo of Meridian Township Police. 

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'Good people on both sides': Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan pushes for unity at MSU forum

Robin Han

April 22, 2025

Duggan, who is running for governor as an independent, said he wants to work with people on both sides of the aisle to find solutions.

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Human remains found in East Lansing freezer identified as parents of suspect

Robin Han

April 14, 2025

The two human remains were identified as 76-year-old Susan Barbara Weerawat and 72-year-old Pramort Weerawat, according to a department statement released April 11.  

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50501 rally draws thousands to Michigan Capitol to protest Trump administration

Somer Sodeman

April 5, 2025

The rally brought in thousands of protesters and featured more than 25 speakers, including Michigan Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow.

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Thunderstorms, severe weather expected in East Lansing Wednesday

Demonte Thomas

April 1, 2025

East Lansing and the Michigan State University campus can expect more severe weather Wednesday afternoon and evening, days after a tornado warning went into effect for the surrounding areas.