Good morning, Lansing.

The 6th annual Izzo Run/Walk/Roll will be held Sunday, April 27 in East Lansing with races starting from 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.—proceeds will support an endowment for The Izzo Legacy and local charities.

A new Michigan Senate bill introduced on April 15 makes swatting a felony with a four-year sentence (harsher penalties apply if someone is injured or dies) and targets dangerous prank calls that have disrupted schools and affected public officials.

Tattoo City’s Tattoo Convention is underway at the Lansing Center until Sunday, April 27—offering seminars, live tattoo and piercing events, contests and stage shows that build a full schedule of unique activities.

Attendees can get walk-in work unless booking with a celebrity tattoo artist is required, and the event is for adults only.

Michigan's cannabis regulator said at a Senate meeting in Lansing on April 23 that the state's cannabis industry faces steep challenges from falling prices, weak enforcement, and rising unregulated hemp products.

Industry leaders warned that without new rules small operators risk losing life savings — further consolidation is expected in the coming years.

Lawmakers introduced a bipartisan four-bill package on Wednesday that would ban political donations from large utilities like DTE Energy and Consumers Energy to reduce corporate influence in elections.

The proposal faces an uphill battle—since a similar plan failed last year and these companies back most legislators.

Health officials are urging Michiganders to vaccinate amid nine confirmed measles cases that mark Michigan’s first outbreak since 2019—Montcalm County reported a cluster and Ingham County confirmed a second case.

They advise residents, especially those who visited Frandor Urgent Care on April 15, to monitor for symptoms at local sites such as Aldi and the Okemos Farmer’s Market.

Ingham County Health Department confirmed a second measles case in a one-year-old boy—who was vaccinated and showed only mild symptoms—after he was exposed to an earlier case confirmed on April 15; officials said early isolation limited further spread.

Potterville’s Kyle Can Eat is a competitive eater who began his journey a little over a year ago and now takes on weekly food challenges that spotlight local Mid-Michigan restaurants while he plans his meals carefully—he will soon try a 6-pound Chicago-style stuffed pizza in Westland and join a hot dog contest in Jackson in June to benefit the Jackson Animal Shelter.

Michigan State University women's tennis ended its season with a 13-11 record—the best since 2019-20—and three players earned Big Ten honors; senior Liisa Vehviläinen received Second Team recognition, freshman Amara Brahmbhatt made the All-Freshman Team, and junior Matilde Morais was given the Sportsmanship Award.

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.

Girls on the Run Mid Michigan 5K

11 AM – 3 PM — MSU Archives — Registration required — Celebrate empowerment, confidence, and community at this inclusive Spring 5K event.

Ignite Your Leadership Workshop

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Lansing — Course fee applicable — Enhance your leadership skills and empower your team to achieve success.