Uptown Cheapskate Opens New Lansing Location
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -From designer bags, new clothing, and accessories, Uptown Cheapskate is giving a new meaning to thrifting. Ahead of their opening on July 31st, Studio 10 is given a tour of the franchise clothing store that will officially open its doors to Mid-Michigan. This new location is one of 150...
Crime Stoppers: Wanted in Jackson and Lansing
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — This week on Crime Stoppers, law enforcement needs your help tracking down the suspects in a Lansing homicide investigation and identifying those involved in two retail-related crimes in the area. If you have information regarding the cases below, call Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan at (517)...
Lansing City Council approves landlord relocation insurance rule
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The city of Lansing has passed new landlord relocation insurance requirements. Under the new rules, landlords must either purchase rental relocation insurance or agree with the city to reimburse taxpayers up to $2,550 if the city has to relocate tenants living in unsafe conditions. These...
Michigan’s Iconic Halo Burger Is Expanding – Could Lansing Be Next?
Big news for Michigan burger lovers: Halo Burger has begun expanding into Metro Detroit — and the first stop is already open in Clinton Township!. If you've never tried Halo Burger, you're missing out on a true Michigan classic. Based in Flint, the chain has been around since 1923 and is known for juicy burgers,...
EV advocates bring ‘Freedom to Drive Tour’ to Lansing
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Electric vehicle advocates have now started what they’re calling the national Freedom To Drive Tour, showcasing how they say electric vehicles can offer drivers more freedom. State representatives Julie Brixie and Angela Witwer were joined by business leaders Tuesday to bring the tour to...
Old Town set to lose another piece of history
“Such a shame to see it go,” said Rick Preuss, gazing up at the dilapidated building that bears his family name. “Such a shame.”. Constructed in 1875, the building, at 308 E. César Chavez Ave. in the heart of Old Town, was extensively remodeled in 1924 by German immigrant Frank Preuss, Rick’s great-grandfather. For...
TOP 5 NON-CHAIN MEXICAN RESTAURANTS
Based on your votes in City Pulse’s 2024 Top of the Town contest. Bon appétit!. South-of-the-border restaurant with fresh ingredients, scratch cooking and patio seating. Food trucks serving hefty portions of Mexican street food staples like tacos and sopes. Pablo’s Mexican Resturant Old Town. Informal restaurant...
MSU’s Newest Researcher Has Four Legs, a Wet Nose, And a Talent for Saving...
Michigan State University (MSU) has welcomed an unexpected but adorable addition to its research team: Maple, a retired police K-9 who’s now using her nose to help protect Michigan honeybee colonies. Maple is part of the team at MSU’s Pollinator Performance Center, where researchers are focused on improving...
MSU Dairy Store Wins Best Ice Cream in America
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!. But, not just any ice cream, oh no... We want the good stuff. And it turns out we have some national award-winning ice cream right here in Mid-Michigan's backyard. East Lansing, Michigan is Home to the Best Ice Cream in...
New Bakery Opening in East Lansing with Mind-Blowing Cakes
So far, 2025 has seen a huge increase in eateries, with approximately 30 restaurants, cafés, and bakeries opening their doors in the first half of the year. And there are still plenty more to come. One such place is a bakery that just announced its opening: Not So Bland...