At the Heart of Local Democracy, Two Sisters Lead
While some siblings desire space as they age, the Gordon sisters have only become closer. Born and raised in East Lansing, Emily, 30, and Amy Gordon, 28, now team up to run a critical city department. Officially, Emily is East Lansing’s city clerk and Amy is the chief deputy city clerk, but each considers the other...
East Lansing homicide investigation underway
East Lansing police are investigating a homicide that occurred early Sunday morning at an apartment complex.
Potter Park Zoo Wants Your Broken Christmas Lights
Potter Park Zoo wants your busted holiday lights. Drop off broken strands for free outside the Discovery Center through January, and the recycled materials help fund next year’s Wonderland of Lights.
Michigan’s Paris Baguette: A Sweet Surprise
On a caffeine quest we found Paris Baguette, a bakery café packed with sweets, pastries, and savory treats. Take a look inside.
Crash at Waverly and Willow leaves Lansing intersection closed
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Authorities have closed the intersection of Waverly Road and Willow Street in Lansing after a crash Tuesday evening. Officials have not released many details surrounding the crash, but two cars were severely damaged. It’s not immediately clear whether anyone was injured or what led to the...
Meridian Township Police to conduct training exercises
MERIDIAN TWP., Mich. (WILX) - Residents should not be alarmed if they see Meridian Township Police at the former Wardcliff Elementary this week. Police will be conducting training exercises at the building, taking advantage of winter break. Officers will be working in the building between Monday, December 15, and...
Officials urge caution as frostbite risk increases in cold temperatures
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - If your children plan to play outside or are waiting for the school bus, it’s important to be vigilant in these cold temperatures. Prolonged exposure to extreme cold can lead to frostbite if proper precautions are not taken. Early signs of frostbite include redness of...
Former MSU Hangout, the Varsity Inn, East Lansing: 1948-1970s
Another popular campus hangout from the 40s thru the 70s that bit the dust. Here's some brief info on the Varsity Inn on Grand River Avenue...
More ramp closures expected as MDOT wraps up U.S. 127 project
LANSING — A couple of ramps along U.S. 127 in the Lansing area will be shut down at times this week to allow crews to finish tasks associated with the freeway reconstruction project, state highway officials said. The ramp from westbound Interstate 96 to northbound U.S. 127 will be closed from 7 a.m. Tuesday, Dec....
MSU faculty member set to appear on Jeopardy Wednesday night
LANSING, MI — An Alma native and current MSU faculty member – who narrowly lost on the TV show Jeopardy last summer – will return to the quiz show Wednesday night, Dec. 17, for the 2025 Second Chance Tournament, according to a report in the Lansing State Journal.

















