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Young people who end their lives leave behind parents and families who will spend lifetimes searching for answers that will not come.

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You’re Never Over It: Parents of Children Lost to Suicide Discuss Grief - East Lansing Info
Parents of three children who were a part of the East Lansing community spoke with ELi about living in the wake of tragedy.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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The group’s mission is to connect and organize cyclists from the streets, sidewalks and trails of East Lansing to build a stronger, coordinated voice for bike safety in the city.

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New East Lansing Bike Advocacy Group Pushes for Safer, More Inclusive Cycling Community - East Lansing Info
Bicycle Friendly East Lansing hosts regular bike rides. The group also advocates for cyclist and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the city.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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The motion also calls for the review to look into prosecutions, and for attorneys to provide a “confidential and privileged report and recommendations.”

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East Lansing City Council Orders Independent Review of Actions by City’s Police Department - East Lansing Info
The decision to order the review comes on the heels of two city commissions calling for Police Chief Jen Brown to be removed.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Along with the police chief’s actions, commissioners were concerned by how officers acted when they pepper sprayed the men and how they treated them after the incident.

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East Lansing Human Rights Commission Calls for Police Chief Jen Brown to Resign or be Removed - East Lansing Info
The East Lansing Human Rights Commission has joined the city's police oversight commission in calling for Police Chief Jen Brown be removed.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Residents in attendance were quick to express their frustration at the traffic studies and the commission’s recommendations.

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Transportation Commission Declines to Recommend Three Stop Signs - East Lansing Info
The Transportation Commission declined to recommend the city install three stop signs in Glencairn and South Marble neighborhood.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The board also voted to endorse "Invest in MI Kids," a proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution.

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ELPS Hires Assistant Superintendent - East Lansing Info
Mark Dobson, who has been working as St. John's High School principal, will work as assistant superintendent in East Lansing.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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ELi Managing Editor Lucas Day speaks with Meridian Township Land Stewardship and Deer Management Coordinator Emma Campbell about the township’s unique program that leverages local sportsmen to keep the deer population in check.

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East Lansing Insider Podcast: Deer Management in Meridian Township - East Lansing Info
Meridian Township has a unique deer management program that allows local sportsmen to bow hunt on township land.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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This is not the first time East Lansing police have come under fire for including names in a pre-trial press release.

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A College Student Intervened in a Skirmish. East Lansing Police Labeled Him a Criminal. - East Lansing Info
ELPD took the unusual step of naming two men accused of committing misdemeanors. Footage later released undermines the police narrative.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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The Tudor Revival design has steeply pitched gables, tall chimneys, leaded or stained-glass windows, and stucco brick exteriors. It was a fashionable choice for upper-middle class families but not the norm in Michigan.

#Michiganhistory #Tudorarchitecture

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From Social Soirées to Student Rentals: 99-Year-Old East Lansing Landmark Home Awaits Its Next Story - East Lansing Info
Dubbed the Johnson-Stoddard Home after notable former owners, the nearly century old house carries plenty of history.
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September 11, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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The vote came despite a drastic rate increase.

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Council Votes to Give Rate Increase to Labor Attorney; Refers Charter Committee’s Recommendations to Attorney - East Lansing Info
The city reached a new contract with its labor counsel just months ago. But after every lawyer in the firm's labor department left, council voted to approve a new contract at roughly double the rate.
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September 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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The resolution that created the committee says the city is seeking applicants with a background in accounting, finances, or managing pensions and benefits.

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City Likely to Extend Application Period for Financial Health Review Committee After Drawing Few Applicants - East Lansing Info
The committee, which is designed to carry seven members, drew interest from just three applicants.
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September 9, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Since 1985, Pat Daniels has greeted children each morning and afternoon, often becoming the first face they see as the school day begins—or the first person they confide in once it ends.

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Crossing With Ms. Pat - East Lansing Info
For 40 years, Pat Daniels has worked as a crossing guard, helping generations of East Lansing children get to school safely.
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September 8, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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DeLay said he was inspired to run for council again when the city decided to move forward with a Parks and Recreation millage, which DeLay is opposed to.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Adam DeLay - East Lansing Info
This is the final story in a series about the six candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Richichi described himself as a “very pro-development” candidate. He sees ushering in new developments as the best way of tending to the city’s budget, instead to increasing taxes on citizens.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Liam Richichi - East Lansing Info
This is the fifth story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Edsall said she is against the proposed parks and recreation millage, which would increase property taxes to replace the general fund’s contribution to the parks fund.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Kath Edsall - East Lansing Info
This is the fourth story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Grigsby supports community involvement in the budgetary process to increase public trust, especially given the controversial nature of the city’s recent financial challenges.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Chuck Grigsby - East Lansing Info
This is the third story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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The city’s budget is one of Whelan’s top concerns, and he advocated for a people-first approach not based on raising taxes.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Steve Whelan - East Lansing Info
This is the second story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Balancing the budget, bringing back the folk festival, improving communication with nearby governments and ensuring smart and sustainable growth are some of his top priorities.

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Meet East Lansing City Council Candidate Joshua Ramirez-Roberts - East Lansing Info
This is the first story in a series of six introducing candidates for East Lansing City Council.
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September 7, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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There's still time to submit questions for the candidate forum we're hosting with the League of Women Voters.

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Have a Question for City Council Candidates? Let Us Know! - East Lansing Info
ELi and the Lansing Area League of Women Voters will team up to host a City Council Candidate forum Wednesday, Sept. 17.
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August 25, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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In an investigation spanning more than 18 months, ELi uncovered numerous allegations of harassment against the former chief.

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Ex-East Lansing Police Chief Kim Johnson Resigned After Harassment Complaints, City Stayed Silent - East Lansing Info
At least two formal complaints filed to the city alleged former Police Chief Kim Johnson sexually harassed female ELPD employees.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Let's clear up some confusion.

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Ask ELi: Did You Hear About that Candidate Who… - East Lansing Info
November's City Council election is more than three months away and we've already received questions about the eligibility of a couple candidates.
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July 31, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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The question was whether the city would embrace modernity and a growing downtown. Developers from Ann Arbor were proposing a project that would drag the small college town into the future—kicking and screaming, if need be.

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When East Lansing Was Dry - East Lansing Info
Alcoholic beverages were illegal in East Lansing into the late 1960s, with the city changing course largely to attract developers.
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July 31, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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If the expansion is eventually approved, it would mean significant growth for one of the city’s popular, new establishments.

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DDA Recommends Graduate Rooftop Bar Expansion – But Warn of Potential Resistance From City Council - East Lansing Info
The DDA also voted to purchase spun rocking chairs to be deployed at special events.
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July 31, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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The excitement for birding in the area can also be seen in the book selection for the upcoming “One Grand Read” event with Christian Cooper’s Better Living through Birding in the spotlight.

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From Curious Beginners to Seasoned Spotters, East Lansing Birders Club Soars in Popularity - East Lansing Info
The Birders Club draws nearly 40 members each meeting, making it one of the library's more popular programs.
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July 31, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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If East Lansing loses its non-voting member, it could hurt the city’s ability to stay informed on BWL’s plans or weigh-in on potential changes.

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East Lansing May Lose BWL Representation - East Lansing Info
If Lansing voters approve a proposed change to the city's charter, East Lansing will lose its non-voting member on the Lansing Board of Water & Light.
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July 31, 2025 at 4:24 PM