19-Year-Old Killed in Aurelius Township Crash

Authorities in Ingham County have identified the 19-year-old man killed in a traffic crash Friday night in Aurelius Township.

The Ingham County Sheriff’s Office says Jackson Truman of Mason died after the vehicle he was driving left the roadway on Bunker Road near Eifert and struck a tree. Investigators say drugs and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.

Gas Prices Climb in Lansing Area

According to AAA Michigan, the average gas price in the Lansing area stood at $2.99 per gallon as of Sunday — nearly 20 cents higher than a week ago.

The statewide average also rose to $2.99 per gallon, reflecting an increase of roughly 15 cents during the same time period.

Michigan Lawmakers Respond to Iran Developments

Michigan lawmakers are reacting to weekend developments in Iran, including a joint U.S. and Israeli strike that reportedly killed Ayatollah Khamenei.

Seventh District Congressman Tom Barrett, a Republican and former U.S. Army officer, said he looks forward to being briefed on the situation when he returns to Washington.

Fellow Republican Representative Tim Walberg voiced support for the attack, stating the Iranian regime has murdered thousands of innocent civilians and backed terrorist groups responsible for the deaths of Americans.

On the Democratic side, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin opposed the strike, arguing that President Trump has not clearly made his case to the American people or brought the matter before Congress. U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib described the military action as illegal.

Spring Break and Campus Service Changes

Students at Michigan State University are on spring break this week and will return to classes next Monday. During the break, Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) has implemented temporary service changes on campus. Riders are encouraged to check CATA’s website for updated schedules.

Meanwhile, students at Lansing Community College will begin their break next week.

Zeke the Wonder Dog IV Passes Away

Back at Michigan State, the university community is mourning the loss of the latest dog to hold the title of Zeke the Wonder Dog.

Buckshot, who performed as Zeke IV for the past 10 years, has died. The university plans to introduce Zeke V at a later date, continuing the long-standing game-day tradition at Spartan events.