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Surprise Council Swearing-In Cancelled Without Explanation Following Criticism

Monday, November 13, 2017

Yesterday the City announced abruptly that Council would meet today to swear-in the new members and elect the next Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Just as abruptly, the meeting has been cancelled. Rep. Sam Singh calls the scene "sloppy."

Review of "The Hub" Continues Amid Questions of Who Will Operate Project

Monday, November 13, 2017

The Hub is moving forward in the local planning review process. But will Core Spaces really own and manage the property?

ELi Launches 2018 Sustainability Campaign

Monday, November 13, 2017

ELi needs to raise $100,000 to sustain our work in 2018. Our publisher explains why.

ELi's 2016-2017 Fiscal Year Report

Monday, November 13, 2017

Want to know how much money ELi runs on, and what that money goes to?

In Surprise Meeting, Council Will Pick New Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem

Sunday, November 12, 2017

The City issues a surprise announcement that there will be a special meeting of East Lansing’s City Council tomorrow. The Council will choose who will serve as Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the next two years.

What Do We Learn from Data-Crunching the Election?

Friday, November 10, 2017

ELi's Chris Root crunches the numbers and brings insights into how East Lansing voters acted when it came to the City Council election and the income tax proposal.

Trojans Ride Crest of Seven-Game Win Streak into Regional Title Game

Friday, November 10, 2017

Friday night East Lansing's football team will go to the regional playoffs for the first time since 2011. ELi's Mark Meyer has the story.

Meadows Speaks on Income Tax Failure; Woods Says Farewell

Thursday, November 9, 2017

At City Council last night, Mayor Mark Meadows talked about what comes now that the income tax failed to pass, and Councilmember Susan Woods, who lost her bid for reelection, said goodbye.

Income Tax Fails, Beier and Stephens Win Council Seats

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

The income tax proposal has failed to pass, and Ruth Beier and Aaron Stephens have won City Council seats. ELi's Jessy Gregg brings the numbers.

Albert Avenue Closed for Center City District Demolition

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

You may have noticed that the City has closed part of Albert Avenue - what's going on, and what's next? The latest on Center City District, with reporting from Chris Root and Alice Dreger.

Hartwig Foundation Helps Families and Pets Stay Together in Times of Crisis

Monday, November 6, 2017

Founded as a tribute by a group of friends, the Karen Hartwig Foundation fills the financial gap that might otherwise separate people from their beloved pets. ELi's Ann Kammerer has the story.

Ask ELi: Do Most Cities Our Size Have a Public Library?

Monday, November 6, 2017

One MSU administrator who is against the income tax has questioned whether a city East Lansing's size should have a public library. How does our city compare to other Michigan cities our size? Sheryl Knox gathered the data for us.

Three Tax Proposals on November 2017 Ballot, Explained

Monday, November 6, 2017

Here's your ELi voter guide for the tax proposals on the November 2017 ballot.

Voter Guide to 2017 Council Election

Monday, November 6, 2017

Here's an ELi voter guide to the November 2017 East Lansing City Council election.

Updates on the Election Campaigns

Friday, November 3, 2017

We’re steadily receiving questions from readers about various aspects of the Council and Yes/No campaigns on the income tax. Here are answers and updates.