Good morning, Lansing.

Bob's Big Boy on South Pennsylvania Avenue has kept its 'Coming Soon' sign for over two years and construction remains in progress while hiring is listed online — local neighbors speculate that financial or personal issues may be delaying the opening.

The FBI warned Michigan residents against responding to scam messages—such as bogus emails and AI-generated voice calls—that claim to be from U.S. officials and advised deleting and reporting them to the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

On April 23, 2015, Mathew Straub called his mother from his Lansing home at 616 Fenton Street to say he saw unknown men outside and was fatally shot 22 minutes later—his murder remains unsolved as authorities believe he was targeted for legally growing marijuana and ask anyone with tips to help out.

On a day that felt like mid-summer, hundreds gathered for the 46th annual Cristo Rey Fiesta in Lansing to enjoy music, food and games while celebrating Hispanic culture.

Organizers said the festival will continue tomorrow at 11 a.m. — a ceremony to honor military members will follow in the afternoon.

House Oversight Committee Chair Jay DeBoyer accused Attorney General Dana Nessel of not providing all requested documents on the Flint water crisis after a March request as her flash drive omitted key records; Nessel said the production was extensive and that extra time was needed for some items. The dispute may escalate if both offices do not reach an agreement—lawmakers noted.

Warmer weather may bring swimmer's itch to Michigan swimmers this Memorial Day weekend as snail parasites in contaminated water cause a rash with tingling, burning, and small blisters.

Residents should check the EGLE map+ use home remedies for relief since the rash usually clears on its own within a week.

Wells Enterprises has recalled 22 ice cream and frozen yogurt products including popular flavors like Rocky Road because plastic bits may be in them—customers should discard any affected items or return them for a full refund.

The products have best-by dates from March to October and are classified as a Class II recall with no injuries reported.

The FDA has recalled cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce INC that were sold from April 29th to May 14th, after at least two dozen people in multiple states got sick from possible salmonella contamination.

Michigan shoppers should throw away any cucumbers bought during that time to avoid health risks — the recall is still in effect even though no cases have been confirmed here.

Michigan State hockey added Swedish forward Eric Nilson (a 6-foot, 154-pound center ranked seventh among European skaters) on Friday to boost its high-powered offense for the 2025–26 season.

He helped Sweden win a silver medal at the U-18 World Junior Championships, and his signing comes as the team also added Travis Shoudy and received a commitment from OHL forward Anthony Romani.

Miles for Moms 5K Run/Walk

10 AM – 12 PM — Hawk Island Park — Fundraiser for Hannah's House — Participate in a 5K for a great cause supporting homeless pregnant women and their infants.

May Real Estate Investor Meetup

6-8 p.m. — Achieve Real Estate Headquarters — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate investors and learn from industry experts.

Lansing Match Play Championship

May 31 - June 1 — Groesbeck Golf Course — Entry fee required — Compete in a two-day individual match play tournament with multiple divisions.

Father’s Day Pottery Painting

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Playing Picasso — $45 per piece — Create a special pottery frame to celebrate Dad while enjoying a fun morning of art and snacks.

On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 2205 Jolly Rd, Okemos, MI — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living amenities and experience top-rated care services.

MATS Annual Clinical Symposium

7 AM – 5 PM — Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center — Registrations start at $22.50 — A full day of professional development for athletic trainers and sports professionals.

Play Board Games at The Gaming Cantina

1-10 p.m. — The Gaming Cantina — Free gaming — Enjoy a night of board games and meet fellow gamers in East Lansing.

Splash Pad Play Date at Jaycee Park

10-11 a.m. — Jaycee Park — Free — A delightful meetup for families to cool off and enjoy playtime at the splash pad.

Latin Nights Salsa Concert Fundraiser

6:30-11 p.m. — East Lansing Hannah Community Center — Donation-based entry — Celebrate Latin Caribbean culture with live salsa music and dance while supporting local artists.

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival 2025

4 PM – 8 PM — Adado Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with vibrant music, diverse food, and cultural discovery.