Looking Back for April 23: First Street Tavern wins Machine Bowling title
A photo shows the 1985-86 Machine Bowling winners of First Street Tavern.
Bandits overcome Diaz’s heroics, 6-5
DAVENPORT, Ia. – Third baseman Davis Diaz delivered a sequence of four stunning plays – a go-ahead three-run homer, a runner-deceiving deke, an unassisted double play, and a two-strike, two-out, game-tying RBI single in the ninth – only to see the Quad Cities River Bandits (7-7) walk off the Lansing Lugnuts (6-10), 6-5, in a Wednesday matinee at...
Lansing considers data center moratorium after downtown plans fail
The city of Lansing is considering a moratorium on data centers just weeks after plans to build one downtown were pulled.
Crime Stoppers: 3 wanted, 3 requests to identify
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — This week on Crime Stoppers, police need your help identifying people wanted for crimes in the capital area and tracking down three people wanted on warrants. If you have information regarding the cases below, call Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan at (517) 483-STOP. You can remain anonymous. Those who contact Crime Stoppers […]
School Funding Debate Continues as State Lawmakers Debate FY 27 Budget
LANSING, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Apr. 23, 2026) – As state lawmakers continue budget discussions in Lansing, a non-profit public education advocacy group has a virtual roundtable set for Thursday afternoon to address issues of concern for its members. The House Appropriations Committee on Wednesday merged the K-12 education budget, higher...
12 Michigan hospitals named among nation’s best for maternity care
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A dozen hospitals in Michigan have been named among the nation’s best for maternity care, according to a new ranking by Newsweek. The publication recognized 460 hospitals nationwide for delivering high-quality maternity services. Twelve of those facilities are in Michigan, including University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Lansing.
Bills to regulate PFAS, hold companies accountable proposed in Michigan House
LANSING, Mich. — Lawmakers in Lansing are moving to tackle PFAS, otherwise known as forever chemicals, which are linked to cancer, liver disease, and immune system disorders. PFAS is commonly found in non-stick cookware, stain and water resistant fabrics, and firefighting foams. State: Consumers Energy to install 100 weather...
Lansing police asking public to avoid intersection amid shooting investigation
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The Lansing Police Department is asking the public to avoid the intersection of Hillsdale and Chestnut Streets as officers investigate a shooting. According to LPD, officers were sent to the intersection around 9 p.m. Wednesday for complaints of gunshots. There, officers found a parked car with...
Air Lift Company Announces LoadLifter 5000 for 2024-2026 Ford Ranger
[LANSING, MI April 21 2026]— Air Lift Company, a leader in aftermarket air suspension solutions, is pleased to announce the release of its LoadLifter 5000 air spring kit for the 2024-2026 Ford Ranger 4WD (PN 57356), designed to provide enhanced load support and improved ride quality when towing or hauling.
Answering Burning Starting Center Question for Michigan State
With Kohler and Cooper gone, Jesse McCulloch and Ethan Taylor hold the keys to the frontcourt.

















