Police Search for Armed Suspect in Lansing Man's Murder
Authorities are continuing their search for a suspect considered armed and dangerous in connection with a fatal shooting in Genesee County last week.
Police in Davison say 34-year-old Carl Calhoun of Lansing was shot and killed inside a home on Dayton Street Friday. Investigators have identified the suspect as 51-year-old Nakia Taylor of Detroit. He is described as a 5-foot-4, 140-pound man with brown eyes and black hair, and is believed to be driving a burgundy Dodge conversion-style van.
Officials urge anyone with information on Taylor’s whereabouts to contact law enforcement immediately.
Road Construction Projects Resume Across the Region
Several major road construction projects are ramping back up this week across Mid-Michigan, bringing lane closures and traffic shifts.
- Work on Haslett Road resumed Monday, with single-lane closures between Saginaw Street and Hagadorn Road.
- A full closure at the Haslett-Hagadorn intersection is scheduled to begin next week.
- Starting Tuesday, northbound traffic on US-127 between I-69 and Lake Lansing Road will be shifted to the southbound side as part of an ongoing repaving project. Lane and ramp closures are expected.
Drivers are advised to plan for delays and seek alternate routes where possible.
Lansing Fire Under Investigation
Lansing fire officials are investigating a house fire that broke out Sunday in the 2000 block of Fireside Drive, near Aurelius and Forest roads.
No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Michigan National Guard Pay Reform Advances
Michigan lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would modernize how National Guard members receive pay during state activations.
The State House approved a bill allowing Guard members to be paid via direct deposit immediately, eliminating the current requirement that their first paycheck be issued in paper form. The legislation now heads to the State Senate for consideration.
Minor Earthquake Felt in Southeast Michigan
A small earthquake was felt across parts of southeast Michigan on Sunday.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 2.9-magnitude quake originated off the coast of Ontario but was felt in communities south of Detroit. Some areas reported intensity levels above 3, though no damage has been reported.
Former U.S. Senator Donald Riegle Dies at 88
Former U.S. Senator Donald Riegle of Michigan has died at the age of 88 due to cardiac arrest.
Riegle served under seven U.S. presidents during his political career, initially as a Republican before later switching to the Democratic Party.
Thousands Participate in MSU Izzo Run
Thousands gathered at Michigan State University on Sunday for the seventh annual Izzo Run, Walk and Roll.
The three-mile event raises funds for charitable partners and supports an endowment for the Izzo Legacy, founded by MSU men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo and his wife, Lupe.
MSU Finals Week Begins
Final exams are underway at Michigan State University as the spring semester comes to a close.
Commencement ceremonies are scheduled to take place from Friday through Sunday.
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