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Looming large at the corner of Bogue Street and Grand River Avenue, "The Hub on Campus" is attracting plenty of attention from potential occupants. ELi's Brad Minor reports that developers expect all apartments to be rented by the beginning of the fall semester.

A lawsuit against the City of East Lansing by a farmers’ market vendor has cost East Lansing taxpayers over $182,000 in legal bills, and the case is potentially far from over. ELi's Alice Dreger reports on the case garnering national attention.

ELi's Sarah Spohn brings us a story on open mic nights at Blue Owl, and how the coffee shop owners hope to build a platform for community creativity.

If you're looking to clean up or clean out, shop for locally grown food, or simply want to have some outdoor time this weekend, ELi's Jessy Gregg has seven ideas.

ELFCO hopes to open its new doors on Michigan Avenue — just east of the US-127 overpass — sometime in July, writes ELi's Jessy Gregg.

ELi's Andrew Graham reports on the relocation of one of East Lansing's oldest and most recognizable businesses.

ELi's Ann Kammerer brings us the story of two ELHS alumni who now work side by side in neighboring businesses on Grand River Avenue.

This week East Lansing's City Council approved changes to the originally planned streetscape on the Albert Avenue side of the City Center project. What will you see in August? Brad Minor reports.

Downtown restaurants and bars with outdoor seating could see noise rules relaxed if a pair of recommendations are adopted by Council. What’s the goal of relaxing the rules? ELi’s Jessy Gregg and Alice Dreger report.

Last night, amid a tense and sometimes ugly scene, City Council decided which company would get the coveted right to open a retail marijuana operation along Grand River Avenue in East Lansing. ELi's Alice Dreger reports.

On April 18 the City of East Lansing recognized three residents for their contributions to community life. ELi's Noa Kuszai reports on who the recipients are, and how each has worked to improve the city we live in.

Owned and operated by ELHS grads, EL's new market offers everything from farm-fresh produce to soups and sandwiches for a quick lunch. Eli’s Alice Dreger takes an inside look at this new business.

At the suggestion of Mayor Pro Tem Erik Altmann, Council has voted unanimously to require private property owners to install electric vehicle charging stations in some parking lots. The decision comes not without controversy. ELi’s Brad Minor reports.

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales, a Michigan-based Northern United Brewing Co. brand, announced today its plan to open an East Lansing location in the Center City District Development along Albert Avenue. ELi's Sarah Spohn reports that Jolly Pumpkin anticipates a fall 2019 opening.

Construction projects will continue for several months to come but the good news is that there is still plenty of free public parking available within blocks of downtown. ELi's Jessy Gregg tells us where to look.