Crime
Two arrested in Metro Detroit human trafficking case
Jowuan Shorter and Kylee Berry charged with operating a human trafficking enterprise and accepting earnings of prostitution
Man sentenced to 15 years for kidnapping girlfriend, police chase in Lansing
Maurice Ray, Jr. faces maximum sentence for firearm possession and abduction
Suspect Identified in Deadly Delta Twp. Attack
21-year-old Alexander Lamar Banks Jr. to be charged with murder and assault
Lifestyle
Lansing's Historic Michigan & Washington Avenues Shine in Early 1900s
A look back at the bustling streets that defined downtown Lansing over a century ago
Michigan Bans Student Cell Phone Use During Class Time
New law prohibits K-12 students from using smartphones in classrooms starting in 2026-27 school year.
Lansing Approves Site for Homeless Mod Pod Community
City to negotiate with Ingham County for parking lot location, but plan still requires approvals.
Business
Sheetz Proposes Second Location in Lansing Township
The regional convenience store chain eyes expansion in Michigan with a new site near I-496.
Downtown Lansing Businesses See Valentine's Day Boost
Local shops report busy weekend during annual "Feel the Love" shopping event
Lansing Data Center Project Gets Contract Amendments After Public Input
Mayor says Deep Green is working with city to ensure promises are legally binding.
Sports
Stoat Plushies Awarded to Olympic Medalists
The 2026 Winter Olympics mascots are Tina and Milo, two stoats representing the host cities of Cortina d'Ampezzo and Milano.
Michigan State Survives Tough Test Against Ohio State
Spartans forward Carson Cooper leads team to victory over Buckeyes
K9 Wins Super Bowl MVP, Michigan Hockey Dominates
Verlander Returns to Tigers, 2026 Winter Olympics on Horizon
Health
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow to Expand Psychiatric and Surgical Services
New $150 million projects include a behavioral health hospital and freestanding surgical center.
Michigan Faces Nearly $1 Billion Healthcare Funding Loss Due to Federal Cuts
State officials say federal policy changes and expired ACA subsidies are driving a $1.8 billion budget shortfall.
Michigan Boosts Addiction Recovery Support with Peer Coaches and New Grants
State expands access to peer recovery coaching and funding for community-based recovery organizations
