Tag Archives: Lansing
Abused prisoners cant get settlement money till victims get paid panel rules
LANSING — The Michigan Court of Appeals on Wednesday halted payments from a $100-million lawsuit settlement to women who were sexually abused while state prisoners, saying a system must first be put … Continue reading
Judges hesitant as Democrats argue Republicans ignore two-thirds majority rule
LANSING — A skeptical panel of the Michigan Court of Appeals heard arguments Wednesday on whether the Republican majority in the Legislature is violating the state constitution by giving immediate … Continue reading
Senate showdown gets in full swing for Hoekstra Stabenow
With a unified Republican party at his back, Pete Hoekstra says he can spend the next couple of months closing the gap in the polls and overtaking two-term U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Lansing.But … Continue reading
Canvassers certify vote for EM law in November
Lansing- Michigan voters will decide on a repeal of the state's emergency manager law in November after the Board of State Canvassers unanimously certified petitions for a referendum … Continue reading
Abused prisoners cant get settlement money till victims get paid panel rules
LANSING — The Michigan Court of Appeals on Wednesday halted payments from a $100-million lawsuit settlement to women who were sexually abused while state prisoners, saying a system must first be put … Continue reading
East Lansing to seek new developers for site of failed City Center II project
The blighted buildings at the corner of Grand River Avenue and Abbot Road in downtown East Lansing have for years been pegged as a collective ‘future redevelopment site.’ City leaders, along with the white banners tacked to several of the buildings, insis Continue reading
MSU football notes Burbridge absent from practice no word on injury
EAST LANSING — True freshman wide receiver Aaron Burbridge (Farmington Hills Harrison) was absent from practice on Wednesday. Head coach Mark Dantonio said he would not discuss player injuries, but … Continue reading
Animal Control: Dog found in Lansing beaten, stabbed, with its throat slit
A 10-pound dog found late last month inside a bag had been beaten, stabbed and had its throat slit, officials said. Continue reading
Moped thefts on the rise in East Lansing
Moped thefts are on the rise in East Lansing this summer, and police are stepping up patrols to help curb the problem. There have been 22 moped thefts since the beginning of July, according to the East Lansing Police Department, a ‘significant’ increase c Continue reading
Board of State Canvassers puts EM repeal law on Nov. ballot
Lansing- Michigan voters will decide on a repeal of the emergency manager law in November after the Board of State Canvassers unanimously certified petitions for a referendum Wednesday.The … Continue reading
Union group blasts Schuette for baseless legal opinion on amendment proposal
Lansing- Supporters of a constitutional amendment to protect union rights struck back against Attorney General Bill Schuette on Wednesday for urging the Board of State Canvassers to reject their … Continue reading
Union group blasts Schuette for ‘baseless’ legal opinion on amendment proposal
Lansing— Supporters of a constitutional amendment to protect union rights struck back against Attorney General Bill Schuette on Wednesday for urging the Board of State Canvassers to reject their petitions. Continue reading
Hoekstras rivals line up to support him in race against Stabenow
Lansing- The three men who came up short in Tuesday's U.S. Senate Republican primary against former U.S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra said Wednesday they were dedicated to defeating incumbent Democratic … Continue reading
Hoekstra’s rivals line up to support him in race against Stabenow
Lansing— The three men who came up short in Tuesday’s U.S. Senate Republican primary against former U.S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra said Wednesday they were dedicated to defeating incumbent Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow. Continue reading
Car crashes into Lansing house, driver hospitalized
A 39-year-old Lansing man was hospitalized after police say he drove into a house on the city’s east side Tuesday night. Residents at the home, located in the 600 block of South Hayford Avenue, called police shortly after 10:30 p.m. Continue reading
Challengers bounce at least 5 Michigan incumbents
Lansing- At least five incumbent state House members won't be returning to office next year after being defeated in Tuesday's primary.In a fiercely fought Democratic primary in the 28th … Continue reading
Police: Lansing teen arrested after firing gun while intoxicated
A 19-year-old Lansing man was arrested Tuesday night after police say he fired a long gun while he was intoxicated. Officers were called at 9:47 p.m. to the 5700 block of Hughes Road for a man with a long gun, according to a Lansing police news release. Continue reading
Challengers bounce at least 5 Michigan incumbents
Lansing— At least five incumbent state House members won’t be returning to office next year after being defeated in Tuesday’s primary. Continue reading
Board of State Canvassers to meet on emergency manager law
Lansing— Michigan boards are expected to meet to put a possible repeal of the emergency manager law on the November ballot and re-appoint emergency managers in at least three cities. Continue reading
Tax-foreclosed properties going up for bid
More than 700 properties in 12 Michigan counties will be auctioned off during state-sanctioned auctions on Aug. 14 and 15.
Registration for interested bidders will begin at 9 a.m. each day with auctions scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.
On Aug. 14, nea… Continue reading
Challengers bounce at least 5 incumbents in state House
Lansing- At least five incumbent state House members won't be returning to office next year after being defeated in Tuesday's primary.In a fiercely fought Democratic primary in the 28th … Continue reading
Citizenship question sets off controversy at polls
Lansing – An initiative by Secretary of State Ruth Johnson's office seeking to affirm voters' U.S. citizenship led to confusion at the polls Tuesday and claims some registered voters were … Continue reading
East Lansing police host National Night Out
In a park full of children, Tia the K-9 had plenty of competition. Fifty yards away sat a sporty-looking BMW police motorcycle. A stone’s throw in the other direction stood horses from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Mounted Unit. Continue reading
Michigan’s Primary results
Here is a sampling of Lansing-area election results. Please check back for updated results as they come in. These results are unofficial. Continue reading
Incumbents lead in state house races
Lansing- State Rep. Jon Switalski handily defeated Rep. Lesia Liss on Tuesday in a fiercely fought 28th District Democratic primary.Switalski's 65.4 percent to 34.6 percent landslide victory … Continue reading
Lansing ballot proposals hold lead in early results
Three Lansing ballot proposals are leading by nearly 2-to-1 margins, according to early election results from Ingham County. The county is releasing results, but has not updated the number of precincts reporting. Continue reading
Incumbents lead in state house races
Lansing— State Rep. Jon Switalski handily defeated Rep. Lesia Liss on Tuesday in a fiercely fought 28th District Democratic primary. Continue reading
Disconnected phone number just won’t go away
Don’t believe the telephone book or directory assistance if you need to reach Mary Kiener. The first phone number listed under the Lansing woman’s name has been disconnected for at least eight years. Continue reading
Dozier: People News
Women of Peoples Church of East Lansing will have its annual jewelry sale during the Great Lakes Folk Festival this weekend at the church, 200 W. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. Sale hours are from 10 a.m. to 8p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Continue reading
State elections chief says affirming citizenship not required to vote
Lansing – Michigan's elections director has halted a policy requiring voters to affirm their U.S. citizenship before obtaining a ballot to vote in Tuesday's primary.Chris Thomas, director … Continue reading