ELi finds that East Lansing has now spent $200,000 fighting a lawsuit brought by City workers alleging that they “were intentionally and unnecessarily exposed to mercury and asbestos” at the wastewater treatment plant. ELi's Alice Dreger reports.

At last night's meeting, City Council formally apologized for East Lansing's history of racist housing practices and resolved to start a community dialogue. It all started with one ELHS freshman. ELi's Jessy Gregg reports.

A local nonprofit will host an educational panel and discussion for parents, guardians and staff of the East Lansing School District on how to prevent, identify and support children and families who have experienced sexual abuse and trauma. Ann Kammerer reports.

In its 23rd year, The Quiet Water Symposium offers exhibits, seminars and "just plain fun" for people of all ages. ELi's Peyton Lombardo reports.

Given East Lansing's pension obligations, even if City Council authorizes major cuts in personnel and services, the City's fund balance will soon sink to levels “at which the State would be concerned.” ELi's Alice Dreger and Chris Root report.

City Manager George Lahanas told Council this week that he is having his staff produce weekly emailed newsletters. He said that there is otherwise little opportunity for citizens to get news about the City.

The City is advising homeowners to call if they are experiencing flooding in their basement that might be related to drainage problems. Meanwhile, MSU is preparing for the Red Cedar to flood parts of campus.