Many East Lansing parents were concerned about the District's decision not to notify them of a sexual assault on school grounds until days after the incident was alleged to have occurred. We asked Acting Superintendent Dori Leyko to explain the delay.
The City Manager predicts “cataclysmic reductions in staff." The Fire Chief talks about closing firehouse #2. The Court's Chief Judge and Police Chief explain why court fines are way down. All this and more from last week's City budget talks.
The rough weather didn't stop hundreds of people from coming out to ELPD's first Open House. Visitors met officers and police dog Quinn, checked out police equipment, and learned how to be safer at home, on bikes, and with car seats.
For 33 years, an East Lansing City ordinance has required that any establishment serving alcohol must take in at least 50% of its revenue from food sales. At last night's discussion-only meeting, City Council agreed to revisit the rule. Jessy Gregg reports.
Bicycle advocate Michael Unsworth provides details about the upcoming Ride of Silence (which begins each year in East Lansing) and explains what kinds of volunteers are needed.
The Tri-County Bicycle Association is advocating for new laws requiring motorists to maintain at least a five-foot distance from bicyclists on the road. Peyton Lombardo reports.
East Lansing’s Police Chief Jeff Murphy introduces three newly hired and four recently promoted officers to Council and the public. Jessy Gregg reports for ELi.
For the first time, ELPD has made public reports of complaints against its officers. What do we know about the complaints and how they were handled? ELi's Chris Root reports.
A reader asked whether there was an increase in home invasions and gun-related crimes in EL. We got an answer, plus tips from ELPD to prevent break-ins. Ann Nichols brings it all for our readers.
