Eaton County sheriff says budget cuts cause problems for partoling rural areas
Eaton County Sheriff Tom Reich says his department has been forced to eliminate out-county patrols due to budget constraints
As Hope Duncan’s trial ends, the results remain unclear
The case against a former Michigan State University student charged with making threats against the school has ended, but the results remain unclear thanks to a state law that protects young offenders. Hope Duncan was 18 when she was charged last spring with two felonies:one count of making a false threat of...
Michigan girl with Down syndrome shines in Times Square
A girl with Down syndrome from Charlotte, Michigan was featured on the Jumbotron in Times Square as part of a campaign highlighting the importance of visibility within the disabled community.
Mother turns tragedy into mission to break suicide stigma
OVID ELSIE, Mich. — Michelle Vincent is using the tragedy of losing her 17-year-old son, Carson, to raise awareness about suicide and break the stigma surrounding mental health. Carson, a talented athlete at Ovid Elsie High School, took his own life on September 16, 2018. "He had this great...
Calls for Transparency Clash with Safety Concerns in East Lansing Police Oversight Debate
This week’s City Council meeting featured robust discussion about policing. Many community members spoke during public comment asking for transparency about arrests and force used by East Lansing police during Michigan State University’s welcome week, while others praised ELPD’s handling of violent incidents that...
East Lansing City Council members concerned about rowdy downtown harming city’s reputation
Members of East Lansing’s City Council are warning that a rowdy downtown area is harming the city’s reputation. City Council members heard testimony Tuesday from business owners who say a brawl during Michigan State University’s welcome week is just one example of the type of behavior they see every weekend.
Helena and her kittens seek loving homes
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– Meet Helena, who arrived at the Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter with her tiny babies when their owner realized he had too many cats. The babies are almost ready to have surgery and find homes of their own! Helena is a friendly, outgoing tortie who would love a home where she […]
Michigan State commit gives eye-opening Michigan quote after landing his offer
After three-star linebacker Braylon Hodge received his offer from Michigan, he had a promising response about the Wolverines.
Lansing man gets prison time over sale of machine gun conversion devices
An undercover purchase of a short-barreled rifle and machine gun conversion devices led to federal charges.
Gjoni’s Bar and Restaurant to Replace Spagnuolo’s in Okemos
The longtime Italian restaurant will soon be a new bar and grill spot. An up-and-coming bar and restaurant called Gjoni’s is opening at 662 W Grand River Avenue in Okemos later this year. Right now, the business is hiring for positions including servers. When contacted, owner Bledar Gjidoda did not have an opening...
