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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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Lansing’s Quirkiest Landmarks Poll | Lansing News
Vote for Lansing’s strangest landmarks—like the 50-year-old giraffe on a Meijer roof, the bridge with teeth that squashes trucks, and the iconic Sears water…
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Tree Concerns Calmed in Lansing | Lansing News
Consumers Energy is sticking to its plan to replace 140 miles of aging gas lines across Michigan — including removing just 25 trees near Lansing’s Fenner…
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Storms Brewing This Afternoon | Lansing News
First Alert Weather Day is here—storms roll in between noon and 6 PM, with potential for strong winds up to 60 mph, big hail, and a rare weak tornado risk…
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Vote for Michigan's Preseason Player of the Year | Lansing News
Who’s really running the show in Michigan high school football? The Detroit News is letting YOU decide with their Preseason Player of the Year vote — pick the…
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Pumpkin Spice Hits Michigan Coffee Shops | Lansing News
Pumpkin spice is already here in Michigan—coffee chains like Starbucks, Biggby, Dunkin’, and Tim Hortons are rolling out their seasonal menus with lattes…
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SNAP Enrollment Drops Faster Than Expected | Lansing News
SNAP enrollment is plummeting faster than expected—with five million Americans losing benefits in just one year—thanks to new federal rules requiring 20 weekly…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Lansing News
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80 after a cancer battle, leaving fans heartbroken across the nation. Her family honored her final wish for peace…
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Tariffs Hit Michigan’s Family Steel Mill | Lansing News
Trade wars between the U.S. and Canada are hitting small businesses like Capital Steel in Holt, Michigan, hard—forcing price hikes, soaring healthcare costs…
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Lions Preseason Packed With Fan Energy | Lansing News
Detroit Lions’ preseason opener packed Ford Field with over 50,000 fans—some from Canada—fueling electric energy in Honolulu blue and gold. Kids Day thrilled…
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John Bean Building Heads to Auction | Lansing News
The historic John Bean building in Lansing is up for auction, sparking hopes it’ll be preserved as a cultural landmark. Once an industrial farm sprayer factory…
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Michigan Voters Decide Corporate Political Spending | Lansing News
Michigan voters will decide this November whether to ban corporate cash in politics, after a ballot measure backed by half a million signatures bypassed the…
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Supreme Court Greenlights Mail Ballot Restriction | Lansing News
The Supreme Court just cleared the way for a controversial executive order that could reshape mail-in voting — but at what cost? Designed to boost election…
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Spartans Arrive as MSU Welcomes Record Class | Lansing News
Over 5,000 new Spartans flooded Michigan State’s dorms on August 25th, kicking off one of the largest incoming classes in school history—with President…
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Coalition for Justice Patrols East Lansing | Lansing News
The Coalition for Justice is back in East Lansing this weekend, stepping up patrols as MSU students return and downtown buzzes with nightlife. Formed last year…
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Michigan Honors Dolly Parton with Flags at Half-Staff | Lansing News
Michigan honors Dolly Parton with statewide flag at half-staff, as Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrates her enduring legacy of empathy, grit, and literacy —…
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Montalvo Trial Opens in Alicia Gallegos Case | Lansing News
The trial of Jacobo Montalvo, accused in the brutal abduction and murder of 29-year-old mother Alicia Gallegos, has begun in Lansing. Prosecutors paint a…
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Big Ten Draws Line on Pro Players Returning | Lansing News
The Big Ten just drew a hard line: once you sign a pro contract, you’re out of college ball forever — the first conference to officially do it. Sparked by a…
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MSU Welcomes Record Freshman Class | Lansing News
Michigan State University is buzzing with energy as 18,000 students flood back onto campus for fall semester—setting records for freshman enrollment and…
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Spartans Move In Welcome Week Begins | Lansing News
Michigan State University kicked off its academic year with a whirlwind of energy as thousands of new and returning Spartans flooded campus for move-in day…
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Eateries Face Food Safety Scrutiny | Lansing News
Late July health inspections in Ingham County uncovered serious food safety violations at multiple eateries, with Lucky’s Steakhouse leading the pack with four…
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Michigan’s Wild Voting Stickers | Lansing News
Michigan’s “I Voted” sticker contest just wrapped up with some seriously wild winners — a sleeping cat, a ballerina frog, and a bunny in a spacesuit are all…
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Michigan's Autumn Foliage Timing Guide | Lansing News
Michigan’s fall foliage is officially on the calendar—Upper Peninsula trees may start turning as early as mid-September, with peak colors hitting the eastern…
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A Family Remembered, A Foundation Born | Lansing News
A tragic family loss shook a community as mourners gathered to honor Amanda Karolkiewicz and her six children, killed in a horrific July 24th home fire caused…
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Free National Parks Today Only | Lansing News
Celebrate the National Park Service’s 110th anniversary by hitting the road for free! On August 25th, every national park across the U.S. waives entrance…
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Drunk and Armed in Jackson | Lansing News
A Jackson man got himself in hot water Saturday night after cops pulled him over for allegedly driving drunk—and found a loaded handgun he didn’t legally…
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Michigan Deer Season Changes Explained | Lansing News
Michigan’s deer season is getting a major overhaul this year, designed to help rebound from a brutal winter that hit the herd hard. Key changes include moving…
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Magic Johnson YMCA Renamed for Legacy | Lansing News
The Lansing YMCA just got a major upgrade—officially renamed the Earvin “Magic” Johnson YMCA, marking the first time the organization has honored a single…
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Delhi Township Adds K-9 Officer Whit | Lansing News
Delhi Township is stepping up security with a new K-9 officer named Whit, partnered with Deputy William Belanger, trained to track suspects, sniff drugs, and…
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Two Hikers Rescued at Rainbow Falls | Lansing News
Two hikers near Rainbow Falls in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula were swept over by the Black River after one slipped and the other tried to help — but the current…
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Michigan Lottery Raises Instant Payout Cap | Lansing News
Michigan Lottery just raised the cap on instant cash payouts at retailers from $600 to $999.99, making it easier for players to claim mid-range wins right at…
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Flint Water Crisis Investigation Revealed | Lansing News
Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel just released a sweeping report on the Flint water crisis investigation — revealing the evidence, legal strategy, and…
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Score Dorm Gear Without Breaking the Bank | Lansing News
Michigan State students are about to hit the dorms—and the MSU Surplus Store is here to help them save cash and the planet. Stocked with pre-owned futons…
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Michigan Cider Mills Open Early | Lansing News
Michigan’s cider mills are already buzzing with fall energy, even as autumn is still weeks away—some are already pressing apples and serving up warm doughnuts…
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Lansing Council Demands End to Flock Cameras | Lansing News
Lansing City Council votes 7-1 to demand the mayor and police end all contracts for Flock license plate cameras, citing serious privacy concerns — but police…
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Punks with Lunch Lawsuit Resolves | Lansing News
Legal drama for Lansing’s Punks with Lunch is winding down as two of three defendants drop out — including co-founder Martin Mashon, who’s now cleared of…
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Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Trump Orders Flags at Half-Staff | Lansing News
Dolly Parton’s passing at 80 has sent shockwaves across the nation, prompting President Trump to order U.S. flags lowered to half-staff for a full week in…
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24 Local Food Places Pass July Inspections | Lansing News
Twenty-four top food spots across Ingham County just earned a flawless July inspection score — including giants like McDonald’s, Subway, and Panera Bread —…
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Lansing Ends Flock Safety Contracts | Lansing News
Lansing City Council has voted to cut ties with Flock Safety, ending all contracts for their automated license plate reading cameras — a move sparked by public…
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Three-Car Pile-Up Claims Two Lives | Lansing News
Tragic three-car pile-up on Holt Road claims two lives—investigators seek eyewitnesses to piece together the crash sequence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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Three-Car Crash Claims Two Lives | Lansing News
A deadly three-car crash unfolded Monday afternoon in Alaiedon Township, sending two men to their deaths in a chain-reaction collision at the intersection of…
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Michigan WIC Switches Baby Formula | Lansing News
Michigan’s WIC program is switching baby formula providers starting November 1, replacing Similac with Enfamil after Mead Johnson won the state contract…
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License Plate Readers Under Fire | Lansing News
License plate readers are transforming policing in Lansing and Jackson, helping solve crimes by linking vehicles to suspects—but sparking backlash over…
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Michigan Voter Amendment Fails | Lansing News
A Michigan ballot initiative to require voter citizenship verification is deadlocked and likely won’t make it to the November ballot after a split vote by the…
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Trump’s 50% Tariffs Threaten Auto Industry | Lansing News
Trump’s new 50% tariffs on cars, trucks, and auto parts starting January 1st could devastate Michigan’s auto industry, as Canadian-made components face steep…
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Students Return, Boosting Lansing Economy | Lansing News
Over 50,000 Michigan State students are flooding back to campus, injecting a massive economic boost into Lansing—fueling restaurants, shops, and services with…
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Recall Battle Over Prosecutor's Affidavit | Lansing News
A recall effort against Clinton County Prosecutor Anthony Spagnuolo faces a major hurdle after the Board of State Canvassers twice rejected the petition…
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Blocks Key Roads | Lansing News
Multi-Vehicle Crash Blocks Key Roads | Lansing News
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Michigan and California Lead in Childfree Adults | Lansing News
New research from Michigan State University reveals that Michigan and California lead the nation in childfree adults—with nearly 20% in Michigan and 22% in…
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Lansing’s Fifth Homicide This Year | Lansing News
A shocking tragedy struck Lansing last week when 22-year-old Daniel Lusk was fatally stabbed early Thursday morning near Grand Avenue. Despite emergency…
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Lansing Revives Century-Old Fountain | Lansing News
Lansing is reviving its historic Reutter Park fountain—silent for years due to aging pipes—with a $1.5 million restoration, funded by the city and Board of…
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Skelton Faces Murder Trial After 14 Years | Lansing News
John Skelton faces a pivotal hearing in Michigan over new murder charges tied to the 2010 disappearance of his three young sons—Andrew, Alexander, and…
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The Reading People Boost Literacy in Lansing | Lansing News
Lansing’s The Reading People is rallying to supercharge literacy as kids return to school, launching community-driven programs and partnering with local groups…
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Michigan Food Pantries Get Fresh Boost | Lansing News
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is investing $250,000 to upgrade 50 food pantries across Michigan, helping them stock fresh, healthy food — especially dairy…
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John Skelton Faces Murder Charges | Lansing News
John Skelton, convicted in 2010 for imprisoning his three young sons—Andrew, Alexander, and Tanner—faces murder charges after a Michigan judge declared them…
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MLK & Glick Intersection Closure Alert | Lansing News
Jackson drivers, brace for detours: MLK Drive south of Glick Street is shut down Monday through early September for repaving, blocking turns from Glick — but…
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Power Outage Tonight in Lennon Area | Lansing News
Shiawassee County residents in Lennon and Venice Township brace for a brief overnight power outage as Consumers Energy upgrades the Venice substation—your…
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Rabies Bat Alert in Livingston County | Lansing News
Rabies alert in Livingston County: First confirmed bat case this year. Health officials urge immediate action if bitten or scratched—wash the area, see a…
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Lansing’s Historic Fountain to Return | Lansing News
Lansing is reviving a historic fountain at Reutter Park — a 1929 gift dedicated to a former mayor’s wife — after decades of silence due to aging pipes. With…
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CATA Service Changes Starting Monday | Lansing News
CATA’s big transit overhaul kicks off Monday with Spartan Service returning to key routes, plus revamped schedules and stops across the board. Peak-hour Route…
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Grieving Families Turn Pain Into Action | Lansing News
When gun violence strikes, the aftermath can be devastating—like for Brenda Pruitt, whose son’s death triggered a chain of crises from utility shut-offs to…