Last Dietrich Park camp residents move to hotel following legal order
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The last remaining people living at the controversial Fallen Angels homeless camp in Lansing near Dietrich Park are now leaving the property. Following a legal agreement between the city of Lansing and property owners, more than 50 people were told they needed to leave the camp and move to the...
Ingham County delays rental housing project grant program
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A plan to distribute funding to rental housing rehabilitation and development projects in Ingham County is now under an “indefinite delay,” the Ingham County Housing Trust Fund announced Monday. The Housing Trust Fund was established by the county’s Board of Commissioners to encourage the...
Large police response seen at Lansing apartment complex
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A large first responder presence was seen at an apartment complex near downtown Lansing Monday night. 6 News is currently working to learn more details. At least 6 or 7 Lansing police vehicles were seen parked at the Riverfront Apartments located near the intersection of N Cedar Street and E...
Charlotte City Council fills leadership roles, delays decision on final vacancy
CHARLOTTE, Mich. (WILX) - Charlotte City Council moved to stabilize city leadership Monday night, filling key roles after a wave of resignations while postponing a decision on one remaining council seat. Council voted Kevin Fullerton in as mayor, appointed Justin Brummette to an open council seat, and confirmed that...
Michigan man working to prevent suicide deaths says connection is key for those struggling
Ethan Getchel, a Portland native, says connection is protection, and goes a long way with someone who may be struggling.
Lansing homeless encampment cleared as residents temporarily relocate to hotel
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Dozens of people who were living at a Lansing homeless camp have been removed following a court order. The massive relocation effort took place over several days. People started packing up their belongings over the weekend with the help of volunteers and are settled into temporary...
Foodie Finds: Lansing’s Most Delicious New Spots This Year
Lansing welcomed 35+ new eateries in 2025. These are my favorites — from pizza and burgers to coffee and sweet brunch spots.
Remaining residents of Lansing homeless camp leave
Remaining residents of Lansing homeless camp leave.
Rising freshman WR hints at Michigan State return after Courtney Hawkins re-hiring
Rising freshman wide receiver Braylon Collier seemed to be thrilled with Pat Fitzgerald’s re-hiring of Courtney Hawkins at Michigan State.
Save the Date! PBS KIDS Day with WKAR | 2026
Sat. Jan. 31, 2026 10am-1pm
WKAR Studios on the Michigan State campus. Bring your family to the WKAR studios for fun activities and games for kids. Meet PBS KIDS characters Lily from Weather Hunters and Carl from Carl the Collector!*. More than a dozen WKAR partners from across your community...
