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Police officers give advice on how to deal with police imposters
With evolving technology and mass amounts of fraud, many people rely on police for protection from scams.
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Lansing charity hosts week to honor refugees
The women, members of the Lansing Somali Bantu Organization, dressed in bright patterns with covered heads and, grin at any camera that points their way.
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Therapy dog plays active role in community
When Judy Winter stumbled upon a malnourished Oreo-colored Australian Shepherd while volunteering at the Capital Area Humane Society in Lansing, she saw her dream puppy.
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Local area food products boast economic and health benefits
Eating locally grown food often has been attributed to good health and advancement of the local economy. The benefits of eating locally grown food to the human body are undeniable, but the possible implications on the local economy could be more than what meets the eye.
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Advocates want Medicaid money for higher education
Stoking the flames a little more in the higher ed funding debate could be one of the less oft discussed aspects of the Medicaid expansion, now being debated on the Senate floor.
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DTN extends redemption period for former City Center II property
DTN Management Co. extended its redemption period with CADA Investment Group, LLC — the owner of 100 W. Grand River Ave. — last week, according to county documents.
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City council amends parking, paving ordinance unanimously
Tuesday’s East Lansing City Council meeting featured hot button issues such as parking structure repairs and a presentation of financial reporting excellence.
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Lawmakers propose tax increase for better roads, no vote for now
Despite crumbling roads and grumbling advocates, lawmakers aren’t going to reach a deal on road funding before they set out for legislative summer break on June 27.
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Mixed thoughts toward combining police and fire departments
Contrary to popular belief, the International Association of Fire Chiefs, or IAFC, has publicly acknowledged why it believes combining police and fire department resources is risky.
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Jackson National Life announces partnership with MSU, E.L., will repurpose former Barnes & Noble building
Jackson National Life Insurance Company officially announced today it will revamp the former Barnes & Noble building, 333 E. Grand River Ave., for both full and part-time jobs and move into the location this fall.
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Many are looking to take over former Wanderer's Teahouse location
Several tenants are in the process of negotiating with Perry Investment Group to acquire the former space of Wanderer’s Teahouse, 547 E. Grand River Ave., according to Perry Investment Group co-owner Loren Perry.
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Robbery suspect arraigned Friday
A suspect implicated in a string of unarmed robberies, which took place June 12 in downtown East Lansing, was arraigned in district court June 14, as the East Lansing Police Department continues the search for additional suspects. Charles Marice Allen, 19, of Lansing, was arrested after leading police on a chase into the capital, which ended when Allen and three additional suspects abandoned their vehicle and fled on foot.
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Bikram Yoga studio opens on Grand River Avenue
Get ready to stretch and sweat. East Lansing’s first Bikram Yoga studio officially opened its doors on Sunday in Brookfield Plaza.
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Local BMX event raises awareness of sport
The Capitol Area BMX Track at Gier Park reverberated with the exuberant cheer of kids and adults in their biking gear on the occasion of the State Qualifier Weekend.
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Grand River construction finished early
Every lane of Grand River Avenue between Michigan Avenue and Bogue Street opened Saturday, almost two months ahead of schedule, Michigan Department of Transportation, or MDOT, Project Engineer Greg Losch said.
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Senate bill might change DNA sample rules
For individuals arrested on a felony offense, a recently introduced bill might change the rules when it comes to providing DNA samples. Michigan legislators are considering a Senate bill that would provide for an expansion of DNA samples to include those arrested for committing or attempting a felony offense, certain prisoners, convicted offenders and juvenile offenders.
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Grand River Avenue construction wrapping up this weekend
Every lane of Grand River Avenue will be open by Monday at the latest, almost two months ahead of schedule, Michigan Department of Transportation, or MDOT, Project Engineer Greg Losch said.
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Local fire departments link together to provide mutual aid
Local fire chiefs have enacted three cooperative agreements among surrounding fire departments in an effort to improve response times, save money and decrease many residents’ property insurance rates. The fire departments include those in East Lansing, Lansing, Meridian Township and Delhi Township.
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What Up Dawg? considers opening new Lansing location
The specialty hot dog shop and bar, What Up Dawg?, 317 M.A.C. Ave., is in talks with a downtown Lansing bar complex to open a new location, a co-owner confirmed.
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E.L. Planning Commission to develop apartments
The East Lansing Planning Commission unanimously approved an application for the property at 1600 E. Grand River Ave. to convert the existing extended stay hotel to an apartment complex at the commission’s meeting Wednesday night.