Activists seeking a statewide moratorium on new AI data centers to rally in Lansing...
A rally is set next week as residents from across Michigan call on state legislators to enact a statewide moratorium on new artificial intelligence data centers, which supporters have said will waste Michigan land and water resources and exacerbate corporate handouts. The rally is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on...
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Care Free Medical building red-tagged by City of Lansing
LANSDING, Mich. (WLNS) — Nonprofit organization Care Free Medical has served the underinsured and uninsured in the greater Lansing area for more than seven years. Now they’re being forced to evacuate after their former office building was red tagged this week. Employees showed up to work Monday to an office with...
US-127 Southbound Lanes and Ramps in Lansing Closing Friday for Construction Work
On Friday, December 12, 2024, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close all lanes of southbound US-127 from M-43 to Trowbridge Road in Lansing. This closure is part of ongoing work to remove traffic control devices for the US-127 reconstruction project. The closure may last into the weekend,...
Lansing launches new emerging developer academy
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Lansing Mayor Andy Schor and the Lansing Economic Development Corporation (EDC) have announced the return of the Lansing Supporting Empowered Emerging Developers (SEED) Academy, designed to support and promote emerging real estate developers. “The SEED Academy program is a fantastic...
Kirk’s Critters: Ninja Turtle
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Ninja Turtle is a big, handsome 2-year-old who came to the shelter after testing positive for FIV at another shelter. They hoped he might have better luck finding a home here, and we’re hoping so, too. He’s neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and truly one of the sweetest, friendliest boys...
East Lansing City Council approves police chief’s downtown safety recommendations
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The East Lansing City Council unanimously approved six recommendations from Police Chief Jen Brown on Tuesday to address downtown safety and other issues. The council passed the measures with a 4-0 vote after Brown presented 13 total recommendations to improve the downtown area. The...
Lansing Extends Code Blue Plan as Extreme Cold Moves In
Lansing has extended its Code Blue emergency, keeping shelters open longer, pausing shutoffs and offering free rides so residents have safe, warm places to go during dangerous cold.
Snow-Covered Sidewalks Can Leave East Lansing Residents With Disabilities Facing Barriers and Fines
For many, snow storms can bring a monotonous afternoon of shoveling. But for people with disabilities, large storms can snowball into a financial burden and social isolation. Most cities have local rules for snow and ice removal. In East Lansing, not shoveling sidewalks adjacent to a home can lead to $110 in fines...
Lansing shares snow removal strategy amid brutal cold snap
Lansing city leaders outlined their snow removal strategy Wednesday as brutal cold weather is expected to grip the area for several days.

















