East Lansing Residents Debate 13-Story Downtown Development

A proposed 13-story development on Albert Avenue in downtown East Lansing is drawing both support and concern from residents.

At a public hearing during Tuesday night’s city council meeting, several community members spoke out about the project, which would bring high-end student housing to the downtown area.

Supporters argue the development could ease housing pressures.

“It’s a supply thing,” one resident said, suggesting that increasing available housing could help lower costs for both students and non-student residents alike.

Others, however, raised concerns about infrastructure strain and traffic congestion, particularly along Grand River Avenue during peak university hours and major events.

“Grand River already experiences congestion,” one woman told council members. “Adding hundreds of additional residents in a single high-density project will increase pressure on roads, parking, utilities, and public services.”

Questions were also raised about who would ultimately pay for any necessary infrastructure upgrades. The city council is expected to vote on the proposal at its next meeting in two weeks.

Lansing Data Center Rezoning Moves Forward

In Lansing, a proposed data center is one step closer to becoming reality.

The Lansing Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a rezoning request for Deep Green, the company behind the project. Supporters say the facility would bring jobs and economic investment to the area.

Opponents have voiced concerns about potential noise and water usage tied to the data center’s operations.

The proposal now heads to the Lansing City Council for a final decision.

Shelter-in-Place Lifted in Shiawassee County

A shelter-in-place order in Shiawassee County was lifted just after midnight following an unsuccessful search for a suspect authorities described as armed and dangerous.

Law enforcement in Owosso Township were searching for 36-year-old Steven Loy Lockwood. The alert focused on the Woods and Fields mobile home community.

Officials say Lockwood is believed to have left the area. The investigation remains ongoing.

State Senator Enters MSU Trustee Race

A new candidate has entered the race for the Michigan State University Board of Trustees.

State Sen. Sylvia Santana of Detroit has filed to run for a seat on the board. She is seeking to challenge Democratic incumbents Brianna Scott and Kelly Tebay.

The Michigan Democratic Party will select its two nominees at a convention scheduled for next month.

Holt Public Schools Interviews Superintendent Candidates

Holt Public Schools has announced six candidates will be interviewed next week for its superintendent position.

Among them are two mid-Michigan educators: Fowlerville Community Schools Superintendent Matthew Stuard and Potterville Schools Principal and Program Director Mark McGarry.

Current Superintendent Dr. David Hornak is set to retire at the end of the year.

GOP Lawmakers Propose “Constitutional Carry” Bill

State Republican lawmakers have introduced legislation that would eliminate permit requirements for concealed pistols in Michigan.

So-called “constitutional carry” laws have already been adopted in 29 other states. If approved, the bill would significantly change current concealed carry regulations in the state.

Auto-Related Complaints Top Attorney General’s List

Automobile-related issues were the top consumer complaint in 2025, according to the Michigan Attorney General's Office.

As part of National Consumer Protection Week, the office released its annual Top 10 complaint list. Officials say the Consumer Protection Team received more than 12,000 complaints last year involving car dealers, auto repair shops and passenger car rental companies.

Other common complaints involved credit and financial concerns, retail transactions, internet services and personal service providers.