News across Greater Lansing
Why are gas prices so high in mid-Michigan? It's a Catch-22
The U.S. is gas heavy. Canada is not. Michigan producers can make more money selling it across the border — driving up prices here. So says an economics professor at Saginaw Valley State University.
IN PHOTOS: Demolition makes way for 12-story Howard development
Once demolition is complete, construction will begin on a new apartment and retail building along Grand River Avenue.
Two weeks after storm, Lake Lansing Park still cleaning up destruction
Cleanup continues at Lake Lansing Park two weeks after a powerful Sept. 3 storm caused widespread damage.
City of East Lansing
Published September 18Capital City River Run Half Marathon Course to Result in Lane Closures on Sunday, Sept. 20
The City of East Lansing would like to advise motorists of the 33rd annual Capital City River Run half marathon and 5K, which will take place Sunday, Sept. 20. A portion of the half marathon will run through East Lansing.
East Lansing Parks Department Posts Healthy Surplus, but Challenges Await
A large grant was a lifeline to the parks department during the last fiscal year, but a budget cut and lower program enrollment raises questions for the future.
City of East Lansing
Published September 18Community Invited to Trowbridge Thrift and Thrive on Wednesday, Sept. 23
The businesses in the Trowbridge Plaza, at the corner of Trowbridge and Harrison roads, are welcoming the community to the first Thrift and Thrive event from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Lawrence calls for pause on advanced AI development, federal jobs program
Democratic U.S. House candidate William Lawrence is calling for a pause on development of advanced AI models and a New Deal-style jobs program for workers displaced by the technology.
Military: An F-16 crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely
An F-16 fighter jet from Texas crashed in rural Michigan during a routine training exercise on Thursday, and the pilot ejected safely, a military spokesman said.
Lansing-Area Nonprofit’s Reparations Program Expanding to Provide Grants for Black-Owned Businesses
The Justice League will provide two grants worth more than $11,000 to local Black-owned businesses.
East Lansing Council Considers $300 Million Plan to Address Growing Flooding Problems
The city could install a new utility to pay for infrastructure improvements that reduce flooding.
Lansing officials eye mid-November for moving to new city hall building
Lansing's new city hall is projected to open on time in November after a weekend move that isn't expected to disrupt services.
Consumers will eventually pay the price for record-high diesel fuel
The Trump administration’s military action in Iran has sent the price for diesel fuel soaring in the U.S.