• Bobby Kennedy’s Children’s Health Defense Aligns with Military Personnel Refusing to Take Experimental Vaccines
  • More than 1,000 people gather at Capitol for pro-choice rally
  • Parades, celebrations and fireworks: It’s Fourth of July weekend in Greater Lansing
  • A complete guide to Fourth of July events happening in mid-Michigan
  • SHOCKING JUMP in Vaccine Deaths Reported This Week at CDC-Linked VAERS Tracking Website
  • Michigan COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker
More than 1,000 people gather at Capitol for pro-choice rally

More than 1,000 people gather at Capitol for pro-choice rally

Members of Michigan State University's Divine Nine rally at the state Capitol on Saturday

CITYHOOD

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  • The Disappearing Street Vendor Art of Mexico City
    The Disappearing Street Vendor Art of Mexico City
  • Why Isn’t There a Canadian Traffic Safety Crisis?
    Why Isn’t There a Canadian Traffic Safety Crisis?
  • Berlin Floats Closing Its Parks After Dark
    Berlin Floats Closing Its Parks After Dark
  • The Supreme Court’s EPA Ruling Is Going to Be Very, Very Expensive
  • The Hong Kong handover turns 25. So does an entire generation.
  • The Tragedy in San Antonio Was Part of a Historic Migrant Death Crisis
  • California passes first sweeping US law to reduce single-use plastic
  • ‘We are in extreme crisis.’ Italian parmesan producers fear for future amid drought
  • Many mayors condemn Supreme Court ruling limiting EPA’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
    Many mayors condemn Supreme Court ruling limiting EPA’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
  • New York’s congestion pricing plan back on track after federal slowdown
    New York’s congestion pricing plan back on track after federal slowdown
  • Workers in more than 20 states, cities and counties to get a wage boost on July 1
  • New Algorithm Can Predict Crime in US Cities a Week Before It Happens
    New Algorithm Can Predict Crime in US Cities a Week Before It Happens
  • City-funded study examines disparities in minority business contracting
    City-funded study examines disparities in minority business contracting
  • A Bicycle Built for Transporting Cargo Takes Off
  • Google Announces New Public Sector-Focused Subsidiary
  • After Supreme Court Ruling, Cities ‘Left Holding the Bag’ on Climate Change
    After Supreme Court Ruling, Cities ‘Left Holding the Bag’ on Climate Change
  • Cities Stung by Great Resignation Hike Wages, Just as Recession Looms
    Cities Stung by Great Resignation Hike Wages, Just as Recession Looms
  • The Office Tower Has a New Job to Do
    The Office Tower Has a New Job to Do
  • How Generations of Black Americans Lost Their Land to Tax Liens
    How Generations of Black Americans Lost Their Land to Tax Liens
  • Young People Dream Up a Safer Summer in Chicago
  • San Francisco Legalizes ‘Missing Middle’ Housing in the Worst Way Possible
  • Washington Metro Is a Transit System in Deep Trouble
  • What I Mean When I Say ‘Ban Cars’
  • To save its honey industry, Australia is killing bees by the millions
  • Elon Musk’s Boring Co. has big Texas tunnel ambitions, according to local media reports
  • US Department of Transportation now accepting applications for Reconnecting Communities program
    US Department of Transportation now accepting applications for Reconnecting Communities program
  • General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents
    General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents
  • Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street
    Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street
  • Supreme Court rejects EPA ability to set fleet-wide GHG emissions standards for power plants
    Supreme Court rejects EPA ability to set fleet-wide GHG emissions standards for power plants
  • Early warning system pinpoints flooded roads in some states
    Early warning system pinpoints flooded roads in some states
  • Why Local Officials Are Facing Growing Harassment and Threats
    Why Local Officials Are Facing Growing Harassment and Threats
  • Broadband Access a ‘Matter of Life and Death’ During Pandemic
    Broadband Access a ‘Matter of Life and Death’ During Pandemic
  • Climate Migration Pushes Bangladesh’s Megacity to the Brink
    Climate Migration Pushes Bangladesh’s Megacity to the Brink
  • Venice Plans to Start Weeding Out Cheap Tourists
    Venice Plans to Start Weeding Out Cheap Tourists
  • San Francisco budget deal includes funds for abortion access
    San Francisco budget deal includes funds for abortion access
  • The seas are rising. Are real estate developers Boston’s best hope for fending them off?
  • “Very fragile”: Shanghai wrestles with psychological scars of lockdown
  • Toronto wants to kill the smart city forever
  • Kyrgyzstan’s $20 Billion ‘Eco-City’ Project Draws Ire for Greenwashing
    Kyrgyzstan’s $20 Billion ‘Eco-City’ Project Draws Ire for Greenwashing
  • Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street
    Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street
  • High-speed reality capture tool holds sustainability, preservation potential for cities
    High-speed reality capture tool holds sustainability, preservation potential for cities
  • Tesla lays off nearly 200 Autopilot employees who help train the company’s AI
  • Metro Transit ridership rebounds as gas prices soar
  • MILWAUKEE TO JOIN CITIES NATIONWIDE IN MEASURING THE “URBAN HEAT ISLAND” EFFECT FROM CLIMATE CHANGE
    MILWAUKEE TO JOIN CITIES NATIONWIDE IN MEASURING THE “URBAN HEAT ISLAND” EFFECT FROM CLIMATE CHANGE
  • Drive now, pay later: Startup makes EVs more accessible by putting off the biggest bill
  • Singapore’s Surging Rents Shock Expats and Encourage Scammers
  • NYC Mayor Aide’s Private Schedule Reveals Glimpse Into Adams’s Priorities
    NYC Mayor Aide’s Private Schedule Reveals Glimpse Into Adams’s Priorities
  • Eric Adams, Be a YIMBY Hero
    Eric Adams, Be a YIMBY Hero
  • Global Revenue from Car and Bike Sharing May Rise 40% by 2030
    Global Revenue from Car and Bike Sharing May Rise 40% by 2030
  • No Loud Music. No Smoking. No Guns. Can NYC Landlords Ban Firearms?
    No Loud Music. No Smoking. No Guns. Can NYC Landlords Ban Firearms?
  • Shifting America to Solar Power Is a Grueling, Low-Paid Job
  • The unique ways Filipinos are protecting their homes against floods
  • How Connected Cars Can Map Urban Heat Islands
  • Can Inflatable Outdoor Furniture Ever Be Chic?
    Can Inflatable Outdoor Furniture Ever Be Chic?
  • General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents
    General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents
  • New York City’s Noncitizen Voting Law Is Struck Down
  • Ride-sharing and e-scooters are growing twice as fast as mass transit
  • Heavy rain, floods bring renewed calls in China for “sponge cities”
  • U.S. Jump-Starts Effort to Curb Residential CO2 Emissions
  • What US Mayors Are Talking About
    What US Mayors Are Talking About

COMMUNITY

  • Willow Tree Family Center celebrated Black Pride on Saturday
    Willow Tree Family Center celebrated Black Pride on Saturday
  • MSU to place steel barrier along Red Cedar River where Brendan Santo drowned
    MSU to place steel barrier along Red Cedar River where Brendan Santo drowned
  • Native Americans Tell Democrats to Back Off on Building Their Abortion Mills on Tribal Lands
  • “F*ck You, Barrett!” – Far-Left Pro-Abortion Activists Protest in Front of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Home
  • Delta Air Lines reportedly offers passengers $10,000 each to get off ‘oversold’ flightTravel Hell: Hundreds of Flights Cancelled Across US as Industry Braces For July 4 “Airmageddon”
  • Southgate man who called Capitol riot ‘proudest day of my life’ convictedMichigan man found guilty of charges tied to Jan. 6 Capitol breach
  • Meridian Twp. issues cease-and-desist order to subcontractor due to safety concerns
    Meridian Twp. issues cease-and-desist order to subcontractor due to safety concerns
  • Green named chief of UAB Police and AVP of Public Safety
    Green named chief of UAB Police and AVP of Public Safety
  • Eric ‘RicStar’ Music Therapy Camp is providing musical opportunities for people of all abilities
  • Lansing pizza joint’s debut dampened by road construction
    Lansing pizza joint’s debut dampened by road construction
  • Potter Park Zoo, downtown Lansing among those getting millions in earmarks in state budget
    Potter Park Zoo, downtown Lansing among those getting millions in earmarks in state budget
  • Feds charge northern Michigan man in Jan. 6 D.C. attack
  • Four East Lansing commercial property owners say sites were overvalued by over $3M
  • Michigan State University to install permanent fence along Red Cedar RiverMichigan State installing permanent fencing along Red Cedar River after Santo drowning
  • Judge orders new trial for 2 suspects in Whitmer kidnapping caseJudge orders new trial for two accused Whitmer kidnapping plotters
  • A fair chance for felons
  • Trapped kitten rescued from Michigan storm drain
    Trapped kitten rescued from Michigan storm drain
  • Greater Lansing airport project expected to reduce supply chain uncertainty
    Greater Lansing airport project expected to reduce supply chain uncertainty
  • Lansing Housing Commission draws criticism over sale
  • National tampon shortage impacts Greater Lansing area
    National tampon shortage impacts Greater Lansing area
  • Lansing’s Mikey 23 Foundation teaches youth skilled trades while giving back to community
    Lansing’s Mikey 23 Foundation teaches youth skilled trades while giving back to community
  • Housing survey reveals challenges for Lansing tri-county region
    Housing survey reveals challenges for Lansing tri-county region
  • Lansing General Motors strike averted with tentative agreement between GM, subsidiary employees
    Lansing General Motors strike averted with tentative agreement between GM, subsidiary employeesUAW calls off GM Subsystems strike at last minute, announcing tentative agreement
  • Jewish community mobilizes for abortion rights at Michigan’s largest synagogue
  • Women’s reproductive rights come up snake eyes at Supreme Court
  • Ovid-Elsie Area Schools superintendent’s use of school district fuel under investigation
  • Michigan NAACP teams up with Divine Nine Black Greek organizations to make social justice impact
  • What the future of Michigan abortions might look like, how clinics are preparing for a surge of appointments
    What the future of Michigan abortions might look like, how clinics are preparing for a surge of appointments
  • Business groups endorse moving up Michigan presidential primary
  • Michigan State University plans to bring new buildings to campus
    Michigan State University plans to bring new buildings to campus
  • Five Meridian Twp. commercial property owners say sites were overvalued by over $5 million
  • 20-year-old, killed in U.S. 127 crash, was building a life as a florist, co-workers say
    20-year-old, killed in U.S. 127 crash, was building a life as a florist, co-workers say
  • Strings and Roots
    Strings and Roots
  • MichiganMade Treats finds sweet spot
    MichiganMade Treats finds sweet spot
  • Pot shop takes over old credit union — drive-thru window and all
    Pot shop takes over old credit union — drive-thru window and all
  • Potter Park Zoo in Lansing welcomes lemur baby
    Potter Park Zoo in Lansing welcomes lemur baby
  • Michigan GM subsidiary workers prepare for potential strike
    Michigan GM subsidiary workers prepare for potential strikeGM subsidiary workers at Michigan plants prepare to strikeGM subsidiary employees could strike as early as ThursdayGM, UAW reach tentative agreement to avoid strike at 4 Michigan plants
  • After 42 years of ownership, the Bell family is selling East Lansing’s Peanut Barrel
    After 42 years of ownership, the Bell family is selling East Lansing’s Peanut BarrelEast Lansing's Peanut Barrel sold to new owners
  • Founder of Artist’s Umbrella ‘loved really really big,’ was a mentor to young artists
  • Catalytic Converter Thefts In Shiawassee County Shut Down Buses
  • Michigan could become haven for abortion access across Midwest amid legal limbo
  • Groundbreaking ceremony held for new strikeout baseball stadium in Lansing
    Groundbreaking ceremony held for new strikeout baseball stadium in LansingJohn Smoltz puts name behind new baseball field aimed at inner-city youth
  • Lansing neighbors won’t back down after Pride flags are reported stolen, vandalized, set on fire
    Lansing neighbors won’t back down after Pride flags are reported stolen, vandalized, set on firePride flag burned on Michigan Avenue overnightLansing police seek suspect who set Pride flag on fire
  • Lansing Common
    Lansing CommonLansing Common FC Donates over $3,000 to Pattengill Elementary SchoolLansing Common soccer team announces first three signings for 2022 seasonLansing Common unveils special edition jersey designLansing Common starts its second season on Saturday. These are 5 players you should know.
  • Lansing Lugnuts
    Lansing LugnutsLugnuts complete 2021 season with changes inside, outside ballparkCrosstown Showdown Between Spartans And Lugnuts To Return in 2022Lansing Lugnuts Marvel jersey choicesEx-Major League bullpen catcher Phil Pohl to make managerial debut with Lansing Lugnuts5 minor leaguers suspended for violating drug programFrom Brazil to the bigs? Gabriel Maciel 'at home' with Lansing Lugnuts as he chases baseball dreams

City Scrapers

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FOIA

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Lansing Neighborhoods

  • Allen Neighborhood Center
  • Association for Downtown Neighbors
  • Association for the Bingham Community
  • Averill Woods Neighborhood Association
  • Baker Neighborhood Organization
  • Cavanaugh Park Neighborhood Association
  • Cherry Hill
  • Churchill Downs Community Association
  • Colonial Village Neighborhood Association
  • East Battenfield Neighborhood Association
  • Eastfield Neighborhood Association
  • Eastside Neighborhood Organization
  • Edmore Park Neighborhood Association
  • F.A.I.R. Neighbors
  • Foster Your Neighborhood
  • Geir Neighborhood Organization
  • Genesee Neighborhood Association
  • Groesbeck Area Neighborhood Association
  • Holmes Street School Community Association
  • Knollwood Willow Neighborhood Association
  • Lewton Rich Neighborhood Association
  • Moores Park Neighborhood Organization
  • Neighbors of Scott Woods
  • Northwest Initiative
  • Old Oakland Neighborhood Association
  • Potter Walsh Neighborhood Association
  • Prospect Place
  • Riverside Park Neighborhood Association
  • South Lansing Community Development Association
  • Sycamore Park Neighborhood Association
  • Tecumseh River Neighborhood
  • Walnut Neighborhood Association
  • Westside Neighborhood Association

Communities

  • Alaiedon Township
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  • City of Charlotte
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  • City of St. Johns
  • City of Williamston
  • Dallas Township
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  • Delhi Township
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  • Duplain Township
  • Eagle
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  • Edgemont Park
  • Elsie
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  • Haslett
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  • Lansing Charter Township
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  • Maple Rapids
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  • Okemos
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  • Ovid
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  • Riley Township
  • Stockbridge
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  • Vevay Township
  • Victor Township
  • Wacousta
  • Watertown Charter Township
  • Webberville
  • Westphalia
  • Westphalia Township
  • Wheatfield Township
  • White Oak Township
  • Williamstown Township

Community Resources

  • 211 Michigan
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  • Citizen's Police Academy
  • Code Compliance
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  • Lansing Citizen Handbook
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  • Move in guide
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  • Nextdoor
  • Resource Guide for Reentry Citizens
  • Start a Neighborhood Group
  • Transportation Guide for Seniors
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GOVERNMENT

  • Breaking: Langlade County Wisconsin Joins Texas and Maricopa County Arizona to Unanimously Reject the Results of 2020 Election
  • Michigan Legislature approves bills criminalizing research on cells derived from abortion
  • Mid-Michigan county jails charge inmates daily fees to offset housing costs
  • Gov. candidate Kevin Rinke talks with the Capital Rundown
    Gov. candidate Kevin Rinke talks with the Capital Rundown
  • $7B state surplus funds could be used for future tax cuts
  • Michigan Republicans Submit Nominees for Election Board
  • East Lansing Fire Department captain deployed to Uvalde Texas
    East Lansing Fire Department captain deployed to Uvalde Texas
  • Whitmer touts growth in auto industry, but jobs data doesn’t show that
  • Republican candidates for governor take the gloves off in lively Warren debateMichigan's GOP gov hopefuls clash: 'What did you do in 2020?'
  • Whitmer, lawmakers agree to $76 billion budget deal — but not tax cuts yet
  • Lansing police chief says juvenile arrests are declining partly due to youth engagement programs
    Lansing police chief says juvenile arrests are declining partly due to youth engagement programs
  • Bernie Sanders may visit metro Detroit soon to stump for Andy Levin
  • Schor gambles on public support for big building plan
    Schor gambles on public support for big building plan
  • State Rep. Jewell Jones sentenced after probation violation
  • These 30 House races will decide if Democrats or Republicans win the majority
  • Trump’s fake electors: Here’s the full list
    Trump’s fake electors: Here’s the full list
  • Republican push to recruit election deniers as poll workers causes alarm
    Republican push to recruit election deniers as poll workers causes alarm
  • Elections 2022: Candidates for Ingham County Board District 5 in their own words
  • Gov. Whitmer asks Republicans for new nominee for key elections board
    Gov. Whitmer asks Republicans for new nominee for key elections board
  • Michigan Supreme Court: State must disclose value of tax credits issued to GMSUPREME COURT SAYS STATE MUST DISCLOSE BILLIONS ON TAX INCENTIVES TO GM AND OTHERS
  • Elections 2022: Candidates for Ingham County Board District 15 in their own words
  • Jackson County Prosecutor says he’ll consider criminal charges for abortion providers in MichiganCounty prosecutors could begin pressing criminal charges against abortion providers
  • JUST IN: Ghislaine Maxwell Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison in Epstein Sex Trafficking Case
  • NATO Announces It Will Move Troops to Western Border of Ukraine and Other Developments
  • $30B from Russian oligarchs frozen under REPO seizure effort
  • Pelosi receives Communion in Vatican despite abortion stance
  • Ukraine’s leader pushes for fuller NATO embrace, more arms
  • Granholm gets warning not to use office as energy secretary for political purposes
  • Bezotte, Detmer, Woolford among Michigan candidates supporting Trump’s 2020 election fraud claims
  • Perry Johnson opts out of running as write-in for Gov.
    Perry Johnson opts out of running as write-in for Gov.
  • $13.4 million in AmeriCorps funding given to Michigan communities
  • Grand Ledge DDA solicits proposals for ‘mixed-use’ development of Bridge Street Plaza
  • USDA announces $73.9 million investment in rural Michigan infrastructure
  • Judge had no power to indict in Flint water crisis cases, Michigan Supreme Court rulesSG Hammoud Responds to MSC Ruling in Flint Criminal CasesMichigan's Supreme Court weakened a case about Flint's toxic water against officialsMichigan Supreme Court: Judge erred in Flint water crisis indictments, one-man grand juryProsecution against officials charged in Flint water crisis to continue, despite rulingSnyder wants Flint charges dropped after high court nixes one-judge grand jury indictmentsJurors in Flint water trial watch Snyder's 2020 video testimony: What he saidFlint Criminal Prosecution Motions Confirm Cases Will ContinueNessel's office to judge: Ignore Supreme Court's order to dismiss Flint defendant's charges
  • BREAKING: Democrat Louisiana Judge Blocks State Trigger Law Banning Abortion
  • BREAKING: Utah Judge Temporarily Blocks State’s ‘Trigger Law’ Abortion Ban After Lawsuit By Planned Parenthood and ACLU
  • Michael Stenger, Senate Sergeant-at-Arms on January 6, Reported Dead
  • Voter’s Guide
    Voter’s GuideRegister to VoteApply to be an Election Precinct Worker (Inspector)Join the Automatic Application List to vote from homeAbsentee Ballot ApplicationMilitary and Overseas Voters: Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Request/Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)Check the Status of My Absentee Ballot
  • Ingham County
    Ingham CountyAnimal ControlBoard of Commissioners30th Judicial Circuit CourtCommunity Corrections Advisory BoardControllerCounty Clerk55th Judicial District CourtDrain CommissionerEconomic DevelopmentEqualizationFacilities30th Judicial Circuit Court - FAMILY DIVISIONFarmland and Open Space Preservation BoardFinancial ServicesFriend of the Court30th Judicial Circuit Court - GENERAL TRIAL DIVISIONHealth DepartmentHousing CommissionHuman ResourcesIngham County 911Ingham County FairInnovation & TechnologyJURY ADMINISTRATIONMSU ExtensionIngham County ParksPotter Park ZooProbate CourtProsecuting AttorneyPublic DefenderPurchasingRegister of DeedsRoad DepartmentSheriffTreasurerVeterans Affairs
  • City of Lansing
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Elected Officials

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