Why did East Lansing voters cast a “yes” or “no” ballot on the income tax? We surveyed our readers to find out, and today ELi's Jessy Gregg brings you the results.

“The more you learn about the incredible resources we have here in Michigan, the more you desire to see it protected. When we think about the places that have inspired our musical storytelling, we cannot ignore the impact and necessity of water."

What's it like running a free press in a small American city today? ELi's Publisher and Managing Editor let you in on the frustrations beyond the President's rhetoric, and explain why frustration is really just part of the job.

Reviewing the proposal formally for the first time, East Lansing's City Council voted 4-0 last night to approve DRW/Convexity's latest plans for the vacant lots downtown. What was approved, and why can't construction start now? ELi's Dan Totzkay reports.

At last night's meeting, East Lansing's Board of Educatioo approved a new, three-year contract for the district. ELi's Karessa Wheeler tells you what changed, and what didn't.

Which precincts voted for and against the income tax? What happened at the campus polls? How many people voted in the primaries but skipped the tax vote? ELi's Chris Root brings you the crunched data from this week's city tax vote.

East Lansing's Planning Commission has unanimously recommended approval of plans for the big vacant corner downtown. What concerns were raised, and what's next? ELi's Andrew Graham reports.