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Lansing News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Lansing News Today from The Daily News Now brings you to the center of it all. From Michigan politics at the State Capitol to breaking local stories, Michigan State University news, economic development, crime, weather, culture, and community events, we cover the stories shaping Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Holt, and the greater Capital Region every single day. As part of the world’s first global-local news network, The Daily News Now delivers fast, modern, and…
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MSU Bookstore Closes After 66 Years | Lansing News
After 66 years, Michigan State’s beloved Student Book Store is closing its historic East Lansing location to make way for a towering new building — but don’t…
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Michigan Advocates Fight to Protect Medicaid | Lansing News
Michigan’s Medicaid defenders are mobilizing in force, rallying at the state capitol to shield the program from looming federal changes that could shutter…
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Back-to-School Costs Crushing Families | Lansing News
Back-to-school costs are skyrocketing, with families facing nearly $4,000 per kid—up 11% from last year. Rising prices on basics like paper, notebooks, and…
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Planned Parenthood Closes Lansing Center | Lansing News
Planned Parenthood of Michigan is shutting down its Lansing health center—joining Livonia and Warren locations in closing—due to a devastating $4 million drop…
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Smoke Stings Michigan’s Hospitality | Lansing News
Michigan’s restaurants and hotels are suffering as Canadian wildfire smoke blankets the state, driving away patrons and crushing summer revenue—especially for…
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Turning a Problem Spot into Progress | Lansing News
A couple with big dreams and serious cash—James Denning and Melissa White—are turning a notorious south Lansing spot into a vibrant community hub, investing…
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El-Sayed Leads in Michigan Senate Race | Lansing News
Michigan’s Democratic Senate race is heating up as Abdul El-Sayed pulls ahead in polls by double digits, signaling a major win for the progressive wing — but…
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Michigan Drops to 46th in U.S. State Rankings | Lansing News
Michigan’s ranking just dropped to 46th out of 50 states in U.S. News’ latest quality-of-life report, continuing a troubling downward trend after last year’s…
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Driver Charged in Fatal Construction Crash | Lansing News
A 24-year-old driver, Tyler Cameron Reck, faces four felony charges—including two counts of reckless driving and two of moving violation causing death—after…
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Michigan's First Antisemitism Roundtable | Lansing News
Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel is hosting the state’s first-ever roundtable on antisemitism, bringing together Jewish community leaders to confront…
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Two Workers Killed in Michigan Road Crash | Lansing News
Two Michigan DOT workers tragically lost their lives in a high-speed crash on U.S. 127, caused by a 24-year-old driver who’s now facing multiple 15-year felony…
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Flint Man Guilty After Council Outburst | Lansing News
A jury in Flint, Michigan, just convicted Joshua Boggess, 44, on charges of resisting arrest and disturbing the peace after a fiery outburst during a city…
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SSI Payments Shift, SS Benefits Forecast | Lansing News
Your SSI payment in Michigan is arriving early this month—on Friday, July 31st—because August 1st falls on a Saturday. Regular Social Security checks stay on…
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Boat Driver Faces Felony After Tubing Accident | Lansing News
A dad’s nightmare on the water: A 45-year-old boat operator faces felony charges after allegedly hitting a 10-year-old girl with his propeller—she was tubing…
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Jackson Community Shapes City’s Future | Lansing News
Jackson’s future is being shaped by its people as city leaders launch “Form Jackson,” a massive community-driven master plan effort. Residents and business…
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Five-Vehicle Chain Reaction on I-96 | Lansing News
A wild multi-vehicle crash erupted on I-96 east of M-66 on July 29, when a big rig rear-ended another semi, triggering a chain reaction involving five…
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Michigan Schools Demand Vaccines Now | Lansing News
Michigan health officials are sounding the alarm: get your kids vaccinated before school starts. With measles cases hitting a 35-year high and still climbing…
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Police Fire Dept Cook-Off for Food Bank | Lansing News
This Thursday in Grand Ledge, police and fire departments trade badges for barbecue forks in a friendly pulled pork cook-off to raise cash for the local food…
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Bitten by Michigan's Venomous Snake | Lansing News
A dude in Oakland County got bitten by Michigan’s only venomous snake—the rare and threatened Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake. Though small and often mistaken…
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When Medications Cost Lives | Lansing News
Families rally at the state capitol for Prescribed Harm Awareness Day, sharing heart-wrenching stories of loved ones lost to psychiatric drug side…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak in Mid-Michigan | Lansing News
A mysterious parasite outbreak is sending shockwaves through Mid-Michigan, with residents like Tamara Kirk forced to overhaul their food habits after weeks of…
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Ford Dealerships and Blood Drives | Lansing News
Ford dealerships across Michigan are turning car lots into community blood drives, teaming up with the American Red Cross to boost summer donations at 30…
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A Loophole That Cost a Life | Lansing News
A man sentenced to seven years for a fatal drunk driving crash—his blood alcohol level triple the legal limit—told court he couldn’t ask for forgiveness, as…
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Viral Clip Sparks Threats in Livingston County | Lansing News
A viral clip from a Livingston County meeting sparked a whirlwind of online outrage and real-world danger, as local trustees received death and rape threats…
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Michigan Teachers Show Their Art | Lansing News
Michigan’s art teachers just stole the spotlight at the 62nd Annual Art Acquisitions Purchase Awards, where educators showcased jaw-dropping paintings…
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Drunk Driver Sentenced to 7 Years | Lansing News
A 25-year-old man, Kaden Knight, faces 7 to 15 years in prison after a drunk driving crash in Lansing killed another man—his blood alcohol level was over three…
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Smoke Hits Michigan’s Economy | Lansing News
Michigan’s economy took a hit as Canadian wildfire smoke choked the state, triggering health emergencies and shuttering tourism and hospitality businesses…
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Interlochen’s Dark Past Exposed | Lansing News
Interlochen Center for the Arts is facing a storm of allegations after a damning two-year investigation uncovered decades of sexual misconduct involving nearly…
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Michigan’s Future Farmers Get Boost | Lansing News
Michigan’s future in agriculture is being shaped by young talent, thanks to the Michigan Youth Livestock Scholarship Fund, which awarded $62,250 to 41 students…
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Blood Crisis Hits Hospitals | Lansing News
The American Red Cross is sounding the alarm on a national blood crisis, with donations hitting a four-year summer low and hospitals struggling to meet…
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Mile-A-Minute Weed Spotted in Michigan | Lansing News
Michigan’s Jackson County just confirmed the first sighting of mile-a-minute weed—an invasive vine that grows faster than you can say “problem.” With…
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Michigan Funds Housing for Recovery | Lansing News
Michigan’s new Recovery Housing Assistance Fund is a game-changer for folks in recovery—$3.5 million to help prevent homelessness and stabilize housing during…
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Jessica Benavides Named Lansing Superintendent | Lansing News
Lansing School District taps Jessica Benavides as its new superintendent in a decisive 7-1 vote, sealing her role after serving as interim since February 2026…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Michigan | Lansing News
Michigan’s grappling with a massive cyclosporiasis outbreak—over 10,000 cases across 70 of 83 counties—with Wayne and Washtenaw leading the charge. The…
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Man Booked After Gun Chase | Lansing News
Jackson PD pulled over a suspect Tuesday after a high-speed foot chase sparked by a sidewalk violation—turns out, he was ditching a loaded gun. Arrested and…
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MSU Shatters Fundraising Record | Lansing News
Michigan State just shattered its own fundraising record with $736 million raised in one year—nearly double last year’s haul—fueling its $4 billion “Uncommon…
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Michigan’s Cyclosporiasis Outbreak | Lansing News
Michigan’s facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with over 10,000 confirmed cases—health officials blame lettuce and greens, urging people to cook produce to…
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Michigan Voters Surge in Early Ballots | Lansing News
Michigan voters are turning out in record numbers ahead of the August 4 primary, with over 11% of registered voters already casting ballots—more than 800,000…
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Puppies Dumped in Clinton County | Lansing News
Puppies dumped in a crate in Bath Township—Clinton County Animal Control is urgently seeking the public’s help to find the cruel abandoners before it’s too…
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Lansing’s Empty Lot Gets a Glow-Up | Lansing News
Groundbreaking begins at 820 Miller Road in Lansing, transforming a long-vacant site into a vibrant mixed-use hub featuring a laundromat, event space, and a…
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Heat Dome’s Shadow Falls on Michigan | Lansing News
A scorching heat dome blankets the western U.S. and upper Midwest, bringing dangerously hot and dry weather — and while Michigan won’t feel the peak heat, the…
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Michigan Governor’s Race Heads to Primary | Lansing News
Michigan voters head to the polls on August 4 for a pivotal gubernatorial primary, where Democrats Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson battle for their party’s…
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Buck Moon Peaks This Week | Lansing News
July’s Buck Moon peaked Wednesday morning but will still dazzle tonight and for days to come—perfect for stargazers in Michigan’s dark sky parks like Headlands…
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Kaden Knight Faces Sentencing for Fatal Crash | Lansing News
Kaden Knight faces a grim sentencing Wednesday after pleading guilty to charges including drunk driving that killed 22-year-old Tyler Coffey and assaulting a…
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Michigan Lettuce Outbreak Alert | Lansing News
Michigan’s grappling with a massive cyclosporiasis outbreak—nearly 9,700 confirmed cases, 160 hospitalized—with lettuce and salad greens under suspicion…
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Michigan Food Bank Battles Cyclospora Outbreak | Lansing News
Michigan’s Greater Lansing Food Bank is grappling with a major Cyclospora outbreak, forcing them to discard 800 to 1,200 pounds of food weekly—mostly bagged…
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Josh and Jase Explore Lansing | Lansing News
Two viral TikTok travel stars, Josh and Jase, are back in Michigan—this time hitting Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Lansing—with a mission to spotlight the state’s…
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Safety Day Builds Trust with Families | Lansing News
Michigan State Police turned their headquarters into a family-friendly safety hub during their annual Safety Day, blending hands-on demos, kid-friendly…
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GLP-1s Aren't Magic Bullets | Lansing News
GLP-1 weight loss drugs are exploding in popularity—jumping from 6% to 15% users in just two years—but experts warn they’re not magic bullets. For lasting…
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Michigan’s Food Safety Pledge | Lansing News
Michigan’s new Good Food for Michigan Pledge is a bold move to link schools, hospitals, and big institutions with local farmers—especially as the state…
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Michigan Vets Rally to Help West Virginia | Lansing News
Six Michigan American Legion posts are rallying to aid West Virginia flood victims, gathering supplies for shipment by Thursday morning after a devastating…
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Tawas Point Lighthouse Turns 150 | Lansing News
Tawas Point Lighthouse turns 150 and is throwing a free, family-friendly bash on August 7th and 8th—perfectly timed for National Lighthouse Day. Built in 1876…
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Josh and Jase Back in Michigan | Lansing News
Josh and Jase are back in Michigan for a second whirlwind tour, this time hitting Lansing’s capitol with rival jerseys on, Pistons’ training grounds, and Ann…
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WIC Shoppers Can Now Shop Online at Meijer | Lansing News
Michigan’s WIC families now have a game-changing new option: shop online at any Meijer store for groceries using their benefits—curbside pickup or delivery…
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Josh and Jase Back in Michigan | Lansing News
Josh and Jase, the British brothers who blew up last winter for their Michigan obsession, are back this summer—this time on a three-week tour hitting Detroit…
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Man Charged with Nighttime Deer Hunting | Lansing News
A 26-year-old in Clinton County faces over 45 serious charges after allegedly using his vehicle’s lights to spot deer at night, then rifle-shooting them and…
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Josh and Jase Return to Michigan | Lansing News
Josh and Jase are back in Michigan for a summer tour, with Lansing tipped as their next stop after teasing clues on social media. The duo, famous for their…
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Blood Shortage Hits Four-Year Low | Lansing News
The American Red Cross is in a critical blood shortage, hitting a four-year low—especially bad this summer when vacationers skip donations and accidents spike…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $663 Million | Lansing News
Powerball’s jackpot just hit a staggering $663 million after no one claimed the top prize last Monday — and it’s still growing. With odds of 1 in 292 million…
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Fowlerville Fair Turns 140 | Lansing News
Fowlerville Family Fair turns 140 with a wild week of rides, grub, animal shows, and nonstop action—from rodeos and demolition derbies to tractor pulls and…