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Motorists advised to avoid Abbot, Albert after gas main leak
Motorists and pedestrians are being advised to avoid the area of Abbot Road and Albert Avenue for the rest of the day.
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Michigan UIA to clear its backlog of all eligible unpaid claims filed before May 1
According to the release, unpaid claims filed before May 1 represent only 0.5% of all claims.
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Survivors, activists denounce new Title IX regulations in Democratic Women's Caucus roundtable
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) invited experts to discuss Title IX changes
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After 14 positive COVID-19 cases linked to Harper's Restaurant and Brewpub, it temporarily closes
Harper’s Restaurant and Brewpub announced in a post Monday night they would be temporarily closing to ensure the safety of staff and customers. At least 14 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in relation to the restaurant.
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'Find your why': Black Lives Matter Lansing hosts 'Call to Action' at City Hall
Hundreds gathered on Saturday evening, the day after Juneteenth, a celebration of the ending of slavery, at Lansing’s City Hall Plaza for the Black Lives Matter’s “Community Call to Action.”
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Shots fired in East Lansing's Chesterfield Hills neighborhood
One person has been taken into custody.
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Whitmer announces state of emergency extension, plans to reopen K-12 schools
As different sectors of state continue to reengage, Whitmer said she is hopeful the entire state will be able to move to Phase 5 of the MI Safe Start Plan before July 4.
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Lansing mayor cancels Juneteenth activities, committee to air special tribute
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Mayor Andy Schor canceled the annual Juneteenth ceremonial kick-off program, parade, softball game and outdoor music festival.
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East Lansing appoints Elaine Hardy as diversity, equity and inclusion administrator
Hardy will begin the new role June 22.
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East Lansing High School students reflect on delayed graduation plans
As the board delays the graduation ceremony in response to COVID-19, students reflect on how they feel graduating during a pandemic.
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ELPD officer's attorney urges prosecutors to make swift decision in use of force incident
Most recently, Michigan State Police submitted a warrant request to Ingham County prosecutors asking for the review of Stephenson's actions during a December 2019 incident.
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EL City Council discusses council retreat, body cameras and updates downtown projects
The City Council meeting on Tuesday opened up discussions as to what could be expected from a council retreat on diversity, equity and inclusion and how the current body camera equipment in place at the East Lansing Police Department may be improved to eliminate the issue of cameras detaching.
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Potter Park Zoo to reopen to the public Thursday
Potter Park Zoo will reopen to the public Thursday.
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Nessel proposes statewide police reform aimed at police accountability, transparency
Some of Nessel's proposals mirror actions taken in East Lansing.
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East Lansing restaurants struggle to fill tables
“You have to take into consideration that we have no students, no faculty, no staff,” Joe Bell, one of The Peanut Barrel owners, said. “Most of the buildings (on campus) are locked up. Many of the retail stores are still not open.”
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Local agencies partner to bring COVID-19 testing to at-risk communities
While it's said to specifically target the above at-risk communities, there is also availability for those in the surrounding areas to get tested whether they are presenting symptoms or not.
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Quality Dairy Store closes university location
The Quality Dairy Store on Grand River Avenue has officially closed its doors.
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Tenant protections, resuming K-12 extra curriculars: Whitmer's latest executive orders
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued multiple executive orders this week, including one that extends a former order preventing landlords from evicting tenants, and one that resumes overnight camps and K-12 extracurricular activities.
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EL couple uses business LED signboard to promote graduating high school seniors
“In the midst of a pandemic, you need to find beautiful things to celebrate,” Lynsey Clayton said. “So, I really want that to be the focus … these kids deserved it — to still be celebrated and have some fun.”
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Michigan State Police request to review ELPD officer in excessive force complaint
The warrant request involves the review of Stephenson's actions regarding his interactions with Anthony Loggins in December of 2019.