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Mayor Says Vetoes Are Coming

Nick Perreault — Tue, 21 May 2013 04:03:00 EDT

The City Council says they've approved a balanced budget, but the mayor says he has his veto pen ready.

Mile-Wide Tornado Kills Dozens, Levels Homes in Moore, Oklahoma

Chivon Kloepfer — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:37:00 EDT

Death Toll Expected to Climb After Massive Tornado Flattens Moore, Okla.

Attorney General Fights Company That Failed To Pay Employees

Emerald Morrow — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:34:00 EDT

The Michigan attorney general's office has filed a lawsuit against a Lansing-based production company for failing to pay thousands of dollars in employee wages

Domestic Violence Cases: 'Men Are Victims, Too'

Shelby Miller — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:54:00 EDT

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one out of 14 men has been physically assaulted by their partner

Police Offer Reward for Info. on Suspect Who Stole Guns

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:31:00 EDT

They say after the store closed, a man came out of hiding and stole several firearms and silencers

Lansing City Budget Must Pass By Tonight

Joe Khalil — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:20:00 EDT

Mayor Bernero has said that there are some key differences between the council's budget plan and his own

Awards Honor Local Emergency Responders

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:10:00 EDT

The awards presented in a ceremony at Sparrow are in recognition of National EMS Week

Woman Held On Charges for Beating Boyfriend to Death

Maureen LaForge — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:02:00 EDT

Neighbors commented that the suspect and the victim had a noticeably abusive relationship

Officials to Kick Off Michigan Seat Belt Campaign

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:54:00 EDT

Michigan's seat belt usage rate has declined over the past three years after leading the nation in 2008 and 2009

Police Get High-Priority Tips in Search for Woman

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:27:00 EDT

Heeringa disappeared April 26 before she was set to close the station in Norton Shores, near Muskegon

Free Hunting, Fishing Licenses for Michigan Military

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:23:00 EDT

Qualified military members can get a free resident military all-species fishing license or any hunting license that doesn't require a lottery

Taxpayers Picking Up Tab For Grand Jury Investigation

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:19:00 EDT

The investigation is into the political behavior of the GOP Speaker of the Michigan Rep. Jase Bolger

Snyder Officials to Meet with Michigan Residents

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:41:00 EDT

Snyder's office says topics that are open for discussion include the state budget and opportunities for getting involved in state government

Michigan House Democrats Education Task Force Meets for First Time

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:57:00 EDT

The meeting will take place from 2 to 4p.m. on Monday in Room 426 of the Capitol Building

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Holds Forum

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:55:00 EDT

It was held to talk about their vision for the area

Gas Prices Continue to Rise

Amy Akers — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

Michigan drivers are paying an average of $3.87 for a gallon of regular

Police Search for Suspect Accused of Shooting Man

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

The 18-year-old man had been shot in the leg

Effort Aims to Keep Michigan Kids Out of Foster Care

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:28:00 EDT

The effort is scheduled to begin in August

Michigan Works to Get Some Inmates Higher Education

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:26:00 EDT

There are about 42,000 inmates in Michigan's state prisons

Michigan Cancer Patients to Back Medicaid Expansion

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:25:00 EDT

The effort is part of the American Cancer Action Network's annual Lobby Day

Detroit Amber Alert Canceled, Found Alonna Anderson

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:46:00 EDT

The girl was found safe

Mayor Bernero Responds to City Council's Budget

Joe Khalil — Sun, 19 May 2013 19:46:00 EDT

The budget deadline for the city of Lansing is just one day away. City council finalized their budget, which now goes to the mayor for either his approval or veto. City Council's plan for erasing

Cadet Training Mission Simulates Lifesaving Situation

Shelby Miller — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:33:00 EDT

A cadet-run training mission gives youth cadets the chance to perform a simulated search and rescue mission.

Local Church Shows Appreciation for Law Enforcement

Savana Ciavatta — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:27:00 EDT

Law enforcement comes to Antioch Church to be appreciated.

Community Rallies for Rayner

Savana Ciavatta — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

Fundraiser is held to raise money to maintain Rayner Park.

Powerball Jackpot Numbers Drawn

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

$600 million at stake

Police Say Jackson Man Beaten to Death by Girlfriend

Joe Khalil — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:51:00 EDT

The City of Jackson Police Department is investigating an apparent homicide today after officers responded to a call at 3:00 a.m. for a man severly bleeding, on the 700 block of Lansing Avenue. When

East Lansing Art Festival Kicks Off 50th Anniversary

Shelby Miller — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:08:00 EDT

This weekend's beautiful weather set the scene for the 50th Annual East Lansing Art Festival.

"Heads Up for Safety" Event Gives Free Helmets to Kids

Shelby Miller — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

A free event reminded kids to ride safely and prevent injuries by wearing a helmet.

Volunteers Put Flags on Veterans' Graves for Memorial Day

Shelby Miller — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:59:00 EDT

Volunteers put flags on veterans' graves in honor of Memorial Day.

Streets Close Down for Weekend, East Lansing Art Festival

Savana Ciavatta — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:54:00 EDT

Festival officials say the best way to get around this weekend isn't by car

Families, Pets walk to end animal cruelty

Savana Ciavatta — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

MSU hosted the 4th annual Woofer Walk in an effort to raise money to help end animal cruelty.

600 million Powerball jackpot drawing tonight

Savana Ciavatta — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

Tonight's drawing for the Powerball Jackpot is at 600 million dollars, and that's kept local gas stations busy selling tickets.

Jewish Community Responds To Swastika On Locker

Nick Perreault — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Three East Lansing high school teens could face criminal charges for scratching swastikas into two other student's lockers.

East Lansing police say one of the victims was Jewish.

Students Could Face Charges After Scratching Swastikas Into Lockers

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:37:00 EDT

East Lansing Police say one of the victims was a Jewish girl who took offense to the symbol on her locker

Student Gets Surprise Check Worth Thousands

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

Rachel Smith, a student at Lansing Charter Academy, received a check Friday after winning a national essay contest

Lansing City Council Finalizes Budget with Amendments

Joe Khalil — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

Lansing's City Council approved a budget which includes multiple amendments by a 7-1 vote

Gas Prices May Rise Above $4 Soon

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

The reason? Oil refineries

Police: 2 MSU Students Sexually Assaulted

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

The most recent incident happened around 8:30p.m. Thursday in the parking lot of Abbott Pointe Apartments

TMSG: Healing Hearts With Horses

Jane Aldrich — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:02:00 EDT

The non-profit helps children and adults heal from all kinds of emotional issues

Ceremony Honors WWII Veterans

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

It was a national program that was provided through Jackson Junior College

Powerball Jackpot Grows to $600 Million

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:13:00 EDT

Odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are about 1 in 175 million

Charge in Gun Club Shooting Changed to Open Murder

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:10:00 EDT

Prosecutor Bill Vailliencourt says new evidence points to Kimball being killed over an unpaid debt

WLNS Day at Cedar Point's Math and Science Week

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:10:00 EDT

Jim Geyer is there answering questions for students

Man Sentenced for Boat Launch Murder

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Judge Timothy Pickard called Storm a "psychopath" during the hearing, saying he'll work to ensure Storm never is released from prison

Angry Ex-Employees Speak Out After Employer Skips Payday

Emerald Morrow — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:13:00 EDT

Former employees of a Lansing-based production company say the business often skipped payday, and sometimes didn't pay at all.

Former Prep Coach Gets Long Prison Sentence

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:58:00 EDT

Federal prosecutors in Michigan say the investigation began in 2011 with campus police

Lansing City Council Meets Again, Days Before Budget Deadline

Joe Khalil — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:57:00 EDT

The city council reviewed the mayor's budget and sending it back to his office with some changes of their own

Audit Questions Use of Michigan Petroleum Tax

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:32:00 EDT

Lawmakers short of cash have used another $32 million for programs at the Department of Environmental Quality

Lawmaker Proposes Changes to Michigan Fireworks Law

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:21:00 EDT

Bottle rockets, aerial cakes, Roman candles, firecrackers all are sold legally after lawmakers and Gov. Rick Snyder erased the ban in 2011

Demolition Resumes After MSU Building Catches Fire

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:18:00 EDT

Demolition work started earlier this year

Some Students to Receive New MEAP Math Scores

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:17:00 EDT

New reports are to be sent to schools by the end of June, and scores may go up or down

Michigan Proposal Bans Insurance Coverage of Abortion

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:16:00 EDT

Michigan's election board is scheduled to consider the petition form next week

City Attorney Says "It's a Rate Increase"...But Will It Pass

Nick Perreault — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:16:00 EDT

It was practically handed to city attorney Janene McIntyre her first day on the job,deciding whether to call a 46 dollar utility charge for households and businesses a tax or fee.

Unlicensed: The Real Story Behind Teenage Smoking - Part 1

Joe Khalil — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

To prevent underage smoking, Ingham County licenses cigarette vendors and revokes their license if a vendor continually sells to minors

Unlicensed: The Real Story Behind Teenage Smoking - Part 2

Joe Khalil — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:10:00 EDT

We decided to go to the source, and speak to a former lobbyist for the Tobacco Institute about the controversial law

Police Continue To Follow Leads for Hit-and-Run Victim

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:06:00 EDT

Officers are looking for a blue Chevy Cruze with possible front end damage seen leaving the crime scene

Attorney Calls Budget Proposal Fee, Not Tax

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

Move helps city cover $5 million budget deficit

Eaton Rapids Warns About Early Morning Power Outage

Amy Akers — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:18:00 EDT

The city says due to the failure of electrical equipment, they will shut down the main electric lines supplying power

Schuette: Michigan to Get $2.3M from Drug Case

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:09:00 EDT

The complaint says that Ranbaxy knowingly made and sold generic products whose quality and purity didn't meet FDA standards

Ronquillo Found Guilty of First Degree Child Abuse

Maureen LaForge — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:01:00 EDT

Not found guilty of two counts of torture

Lansing Tourism Industry Shows Signs of Improvement

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:44:00 EDT

The report also found that the total regional economic impact was about $680 million

Volunteers Spend Day Cleaning Up Capitol Grounds

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:37:00 EDT

Governor Rick Snyder proclaimed May to be "Plant Michigan Green" month

Caught On-Camera: Thief Steals Thousands In Diamond Jewelry

Emerald Morrow — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

Surveillance video catches a suspected thief stealing more than $2,000 worth of diamond jewelry from a Lansing pawn shop

Powerball Jackpot Quickly Jumps to $550 Million

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:07:00 EDT

The new jackpot has a $350.1 million cash option. The next drawing is scheduled for Saturday.

Man Accused of Exposing Himself, Turns Himself In

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:03:00 EDT

Officials say each time it happened, he would pretend to read a paper while exposing himself to the women nearby

Pinched Albion to Close Only High School This Fall

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

The mid-Michigan district is losing revenue due to declining enrollment

MSU Moves Gas Pumps Away From Stadium for Safety Reasons

Savana Ciavatta — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:19:00 EDT

The Department of Homeland Security conducted a study just a few years ago on Spartan Stadium and found a potential security hazard

Poll: Majority in Michigan Favor Gay Marriage

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:11:00 EDT

The poll, which was not commissioned by either side, suggested 57 percent favor gay marriage, with 38 percent opposed

Flying Confederate Flag Ends In Suspension For DeWitt Junior

Nick Perreault — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:09:00 EDT

One student in DeWiitt was suspended from school for flying it on his truck after he was told to take it down

Alaiedon Elementary Closed for the Day

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:46:00 EDT

The school reported having utility problems

Plans Underway for 'Cure Diabetes' Walk

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation held a breakfast Thursday morning to give people the opportunity to learn more

Demolition on Hold After MSU Building Catches Fire

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:11:00 EDT

No one was injured and the building was empty at the time

Schools With Many Snow Days to Avoid Makeup Days

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:07:00 EDT

Schools will still have to meet the minimum 1,098 hours of instruction

Registered Sex Offender Arrested After Pacing Near School

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:54:00 EDT

He was spotted around 4p.m. dressed in a heavy jacket, hat and gloves

American Indian Mascots Could Be Gone

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:46:00 EDT

Michigan lawmakers are introducing legislation requiring a state department to reimburse schools that may have to drop their American Indian mascots.

Cancer Cluster Possible Cause

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

Families whose children have been among dozens sickened in an Ohio cancer cluster are hoping they have pinpointed a cause for the illnesses.

Crews Put Out Fire at Morrill Hall on MSU's Campus

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

The building is over 100-years-old

Bill to Make Michigan Fund Schools' Mascot Changes

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:18:00 EDT

The department filed a complaint in February asking the U.S. Education Department to ban K-12 schools from using such mascots

Michigan Has $483M More Than Expected This Year

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Sticking points remain over Medicaid expansion and road funding

Ottawa Co. Tea Party Group Claims Discrimination By IRS

Shelby Miller — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:48:00 EDT

Tea party groups have staged protests in Lansing and across the country

Ronquillo Takes Stand, Charged With Scalding Babies in Bathtub

Maureen LaForge — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

Prosecutors say he was babysitting his girlfriend's 1 and 2-year-old children when they suffered third degree burns

Mosquitoes Start Hatching, West Nile Not Currently A Threat

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:08:00 EDT

MSU Professor and Insect Researcher Dr. Ned Walker says there are slightly more than last year, but not by much

Vote for Disabled Veterans Moves from Senate to House

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:49:00 EDT

The move would give local governments the power to exempt all disabled veterans from paying local property taxes

Michigan's Unemployment Rate Dips to 8.4 Percent

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:25:00 EDT

Nationally, the unemployment rate was 7.5 percent last month

Sheriff Warns Residents About Driveway Seal Scam

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:11:00 EDT

If you see anything suspicious, call the local authorities

Consumers Energy To Raise Monthly Rates

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:18:00 EDT

Consumers originally asked for a $148.3 million rate increase, but settled for $89 million on Thursday

Crime Stoppers: 1 Request for Information, 2 Wanted for Felonies

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

If you have any information, you're asked to call Crime Stoppers at 517-483-STOP

Bike Safety Month

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Michigan is reminding drivers to look out for bicyclists on the road to prevent crashes this month.

Annual Picnic Held to Honor Local Safety Patrols

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

There are currently more than 1,000 safety patrols throughout the Tri-County Area

Orange Barrel Update: Several Lane, Ramp Closures

Evan Pinsonnault — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:01:00 EDT

It could be a slow-go Wednesday afternoon

Powerball Jackpot Balloons to $360M in Weeks

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:48:00 EDT

The latest drawing is scheduled Wednesday night

Cleary Back In Court On Torture, Kidnapping, CSC Charges

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:40:00 EDT

His preliminary exam started Wednesday morning

Michigan Economy in 4th Year of Recovery, Housing Up

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:16:00 EDT

Michigan's unemployment rate dropped 1.3 percentage points in 2012 and is expected to continue gradually declining

Longer School Days Around Michigan

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:45:00 EDT

Michigan schools with too many snow days may avoid having to schedule extra days in June. But students still may not be happy with the remedy.

New Residential Project Coming to Downtown Lansing

Shelby Miller — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:45:00 EDT

The building will be an 80 unit, five story river front apartment complex

Man Found With Bloody Mattress Charged With Murder

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:37:00 EDT

Harold Ordway has been under scrutiny since September 2011 when officers arrived at a crash in Allegan County and found a mattress with fresh blood in the bed of his pickup.

Santa Claus Bid At $1,330

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:36:00 EDT

A bid of $1,330 was good enough to buy a Santa Claus, sleigh and four reindeer that once brought holiday cheer from atop the Flint City Hall.

Man Arrested For Child Support Warrant

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:52:00 EDT

Police in Flint say they arrested a man on a child support warrant after spotting him carrying a kitchen sink while riding a bicycle.

MSU Bricks For Sale

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:44:00 EDT

Bricks from a 113-year-old Michigan State University building are being salvaged and some will be made available to the public for sale.

Should Michigan's Legal BAC Limit Change

Nick Perreault — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:27:00 EDT

Federal Investigators say it has worked for other countries why not here in the U.S. The National Transportation Safety Board recommended Tuesday, that states lower the legal limit to .05 from .08. It's

Lansing Neighbors Encourage Police Chief To Live Within City Limits

Emerald Morrow — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

Lansing neighborhood orgs. said in an open letter to the mayor that having a police chief who lives in Lansing would be in the best interest of the city

Michigan House Panel Puts Off Debate on FOIA Fees Cap

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

Under current law, Freedom of Information Act request fees are based on mailing, copying and labor costs

Williamston Now Offering Medicine, Drug Disposal

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:44:00 EDT

The collection is all part of the "Capital Area Take Back Meds/Drugs Drop Off" program

Elementary Student Suspended After Bring Toy Gun on School Bus

Amy Akers — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:37:00 EDT

Cameras showed the student had the toy in his backpack and he was showing other students

Trial Continues for Man Charged With Scalding Babies

Maureen LaForge — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

A doctor from the University of Michigan Hospital said that the multiple injuries were characteristics of abuse

Lawmakers Debate What To Do With 'Core Curriculum'

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:44:00 EDT

It's a standard set for students in math and English and has been adopted by 45 states, including Michigan

Bing Announces No Plan To Run Again For Mayor

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:33:00 EDT

Bing will not run for a second term

Fire Strikes Lansing Condo Complex

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:31:00 EDT

The fire destroyed one apartment and damaged a second unit

Snyder Sign Bills for Vets Driver's Licenses, IDs

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:26:00 EDT

The Senate Fiscal Agency estimates it will cost nearly $700,000 over a number of years

Officials Estimate Powerball Jackpot at $360M

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:04:00 EDT

The next drawing is Wednesday night

Saudi Man With Pressure Cooker Due in Michigan Court

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:44:00 EDT

Al Khawahir was arrested Saturday on allegations of lying to agents and using a passport with a missing page

Report: Michigan Could Get $382M More Than Expected

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:54:00 EDT

Snyder and lawmakers could use the extra money to boost spending, lower taxes or save more

Sparrow Offers Free Skin Cancer Screenings

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:36:00 EDT

May is Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

Two Men & A Truck Donates $40,000 to Cancer Society

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:33:00 EDT

While it doesn't involve heavy lifting, officials say the donation still fits in with the company's mission

Fire Tears Through Family Home in Jackson County

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:53:00 EDT

The fire forced a man and woman out of their house

Utility Toughens Dog Policy After Workers Bitten

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:39:00 EDT

Customers also may read their own meter and give the information to the utility

Michigan Summer Job Market for Ages 16-19 Competitive

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:36:00 EDT

Starting in May, the state says the number of teens entering the labor force typically increases sharply and reaches a peak in July

Man Dies After Fall at Club Where 2 Died Before

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:34:00 EDT

Witnesses tell officers that the man entered the open stairwell on the fourth floor and fell to the bottom level

Miracle League of Mid-Michigan Holds Opening Day

Nick Perreault — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:21:00 EDT

The grass may be not be real and it's just an exhibition game, but to these players, it's the real deal

UPDATE: Suspicious Package In A Detroit Federal Building

Thu, 2 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

A suspicious package found in a federal building in downtown Detroit has been detonated

Michigan State Faces Lansing Lugnuts in Crosstown Showdown

Fred Heumann — Wed, 1 May 2013 12:22:00 EDT

The first pitch will be at 7:05p.m.

Second Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect In Custody

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:19:00 EDT

Gunshots were heard in Watertown, Mass.

Marijuana Operation Turns Up 35 Plants and Equipment

Maureen LaForge — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:46:00 EDT

The homeowner did not have a valid medical marijuana card

Hillsdale Man Reflects on Running Boston Marathon

Maureen LaForge — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:43:00 EDT

HILLSDALE, Mich. (WLNS) - Dr. Kevin Walton wanted to hit 40 running. "Most runners, most marathoners, always talk about this Boston thing," he says. He ran the Chicago Marathon four times before he qualified

FBI Releases Images of 2 Men at Boston Marathon

Amy Akers — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:39:00 EDT

FBI Agent Richard DesLauriers says the photos came from surveillance cameras, photos and other evidence near the explosion sites

City Center II Project Starting in East Lansing

Nick Perreault — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:14:00 EDT

When you drive into East Lansing, it's hard to miss the outdated and vacant buildings that sit along Grand River Avenue

People Travel to Washington to March for Immigration Reform

Nick Perreault — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:02:00 EDT

Busloads from all across Michigan were packed with supporters to head to Washington and speak with legislators

Lansing Center hosts 57th Michigan Antiquarian Book & Paper Show

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 18:34:00 EDT

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- The 57th Michigan Antiquarian Book & Paper Show was held at the Lansing Center Sunday. Book and paper enthusiasts came together, to search through unique books, postcards, magazines,

Campus Den stays busy selling March Madness gear

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 18:26:00 EDT

Store officials at Campus Den in Meridian Mall say they've been busier than usual selling tournament gear to March Madness fans.

Shuto Con draws in thousands of anime fans

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 18:24:00 EDT

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Lansing's third annual Shuto Con convention drew in nearly 5,000 anime fans to the Lansing Center. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, fans dressed in costume and attended events like

Flint Fire Determined Arson

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 08:04:00 EDT

Thursday morning's fire at Ballenger Manor apartments determined that it was intentionally set.

Police Search for Armed Bank Robber

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:54:00 EDT

The man supposedly entered the bank with a semi-automatic handgun and demanded money

Friday Marks One Year Anniversary of Dexter Tornado

Maria Hechanova — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Wind speeds hit up to 140 miles per hour, hitting more than 200 homes and destroying 13 of them

Power Restored In Lansing

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:57:00 EDT

About 14,000 people were out of power Wednesday morning

Police Make Arrest in Connection to Lansing Homicide

Joe Khalil — Fri, 8 Mar 2013 16:13:00 EST

Police release the name of the man killed

Mich. man dies in traffic crash day after wedding

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

A newly married Detroit-area youth minister has died in a traffic crash in Ohio while he and his wife were on the way to their honeymoon.