It’s been a busy year in Lansing, and as 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at three of the biggest stories that made headlines in the neighborhood—along with where things stand now.
- Lansing broke ground on a new three-story, 65,000-square-foot City Hall on South Grand Avenue, with construction expected to be completed by fall 2026.
- Downtown leaders continue to push for clarity on when state workers may return to full-time, in-person work, following language included in the 2025–2026 state budget.
- The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce has asked state officials for a timeline on the return of state employees, but no clear answer has been given yet.
- Lansing School District announced leadership changes, naming Jessica Benevides as interim superintendent starting February 1, 2026, after Ben Shulider’s departure.
One of the most visible developments this year has been the construction of Lansing’s new City Hall.
Back in April, the city officially broke ground on the project, which is located on South Grand Avenue.
The new City Hall will be a three-story building spanning approximately 65,000 square feet. While construction is still underway—as seen through the Lansing construction camera—the project continues to move forward. City officials expect the new City Hall to be completed by the fall of 2026…