Advocates Troubled by East Lansing’s Response to Sexual Harassment Complaint
City Manager Robert Belleman was placed on leave last week after a city employee made a sexual harassment accusation public.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Eight Years After Essay on Racism Gathered National Attention, Alex Hosey Weighs in on East Lansing’s Challenges
An essay Alex Hosey wrote at 15 led the East Lansing City Council to pass a resolution apologizing for the city’s history of racist practices.
David Balas’ Bold and Understated Leadership
David Balas won election to the East Lansing City Council in 1983. It had been only five years since Harvey Milk, the pioneering San Francisco politician and gay rights activist, had been assassinated in city hall. Just two years earlier, The New York Times first reported on a “rare cancer” affecting gay men. Another two…
Roads Roundup: Expect Closures on Grand River, Harrison, Local Highways Throughout Summer
Here’s a rundown on road projects that will create road closures in and around East Lansing this summer.
Who Should Police the City? East Lansing Debates Human Rights Commission’s Future
The East Lansing City Council is considering ordinance amendments that limit the city’s Human Rights Commission.
Citizen Group Pushing to Switch City Council Elections to Even Years
A group of residents are collecting signatures to move East Lansing City Council elections to even-numbered years.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Photos: Pumpstock Music Festival Comes to Bailey Neighborhood
Ayah Imran captured the scenes of Saturday’s Pumpstock music festival.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Governing During Controversy With Former Mayor Aaron Stephens
Former Mayor Aaron Stephens shares his thoughts on the series of controversies in East Lansing.
Photos: Smiles, Hugs Abundant at ELHS Graduation
Reporter Ayah Imran captured East Lansing High School’s graduation ceremony through photos.
Michigan’s First Licensed Outdoor Preschool to Open Next Week in Lansing
The space will be set up like a normal classroom, with a few more trees and bugs.
East Lansing City Council Votes to Keep City Manager on Leave
City Manager Robert Belleman has been on paid leave since May 27.