Good morning, Lansing.

On April 22, the Justice League of Greater Lansing contributed nearly $70,000 to help build a new home for a senior citizen and first-time homebuyer in partnership with Eastside Community Action Center—this reparations program also offers financial literacy courses and up to two years of support—to address the local wealth gap.

At the Michigan Celebrates Small Business Summit on Monday afternoon, local entrepreneurs Jessica Starks (Transworld Business Advisors) and Lisa Ellen Smith (InVerve Marketing) discussed market uncertainty and stressed that small business owners must keep learning to adapt to changes.

In 1957, the first McDonald's in Michigan opened at 2120 North Larch Street in Lansing thanks to Ed MacLuckie, who gained valuable experience managing an Illinois location.

He later managed all five planned outlets in the area—marking a key milestone in local business history.

Karen Holt, an assistant professor at MSU, is researching cold case sex crimes in Michigan to see if offenders have faced justice.

She is examining police reports and DNA evidence with the Ingham County SAKI team—her work may lead to changes in how these cases are handled.

A Lansing man was arrested after he drove drunk the wrong way on I-94 near the 107-mile marker in Calhoun County and hit another car just before 3:30 a.m. Tuesday—injuring two people who were taken to a hospital.

Lansing City Council has a crowded race with ten candidates for two at-large seats and key contests for Ward 2 and Ward 4, with no incumbents running for their current seats.

Sitting council member Jeremy Garza is seeking an at-large seat while Peter Spadafore is switching to a Ward 4 race* and voters will start voting in late June before an August primary narrows the field.

Governor Whitmer is asking FEMA for an extension on her major disaster declaration request to give local jurisdictions time to complete response tasks after a March ice storm knocked out power and communications in parts of the northern and Upper Peninsulas.

Congressman Jack Bergman said the extra time will help communities fully assess the damage and plan next steps.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said that only 57% of children aged 19 to 35 months were up to date on vaccines according to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry, and they urged parents to get children caught up during National Infant Immunization Week.

Rising measles cases statewide + nationwide have prompted the call for timely immunizations.

After winning five of six games at the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, the Lansing Lugnuts began a homestand with a six-game series against Fort Wayne that started Tuesday.

Today's game at Jackson Field features Dog Days of Summer and fans will see more promotions on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

April Real Estate Meetup with Roxanne Case

6-8 p.m. — Achieve Real Estate Team — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate enthusiasts and learn from local expert Roxanne Case.

Dave & Buster's Lansing VIP Night

6:00 p.m. — Dave & Buster's - Lansing — RSVP required — Enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and gameplay at the new venue in Lansing.

BLACKOUT - Live Pro Wrestling

7-9:30 p.m. — Royal Scot Golf & Bowl — All ages welcome — Experience thrilling matches featuring top wrestling talent at the annual BLACKOUT event.

Michigan State University Softball vs Iowa

12:00 AM — Secchia Stadium — Free entry — Catch the action as MSU faces off against Iowa in a thrilling softball match.

Les Saisons

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting dance of 'The Seasons' blending Vivaldi and contemporary ballet.

11th Annual Evening to Change a Child's Story

All are welcome to CASA for Kids Inc.'s 11th Annual Evening to Change a Child's Story gala! Enjoy live and silent auctions, delicious food, great people, and help to change the stories of local children experiencing the foster care system.

Play Board Games at The Gaming Cantina

1-10 p.m. — Hannah Plaza — Free entry — Engage in free gaming and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this welcoming event.

Worldwide Tesla Light Show

12:30-1:30 a.m. — 2025 Showtime Dr, Lansing, MI — Free entry — Experience a dazzling display of lights and technology that will leave you in awe.

Rock Lansing 5K

1-3 p.m. — Lansing River Trail — Entry fee required — Enjoy a scenic, flat race while taking in views of the Grand River.

POWERFACE Reunion Concert

6-11:30 p.m. — The Studio at 414 — All ages welcome — Rock out with Lansing's legendary metal masters POWERFACE and special guests Wizardbane, Chance We Take, and Royal Scene.