Good morning, Lansing.

Linda Gonzales fell and broke her wrist after tripping on a mismatched sidewalk slab raised 3 inches on Jolly Road in south Lansing—City Council President Ryan Kost said the current repair budget is far below the roughly $12 million needed to fix dangerous sidewalks for pedestrians.

Local artists Victoria Taava Ericks and Maricela Tapia will paint 17 murals on drain grates across Mid-Michigan as part of Artstorm 2025 to highlight environmental messages.

The project—funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corp and managed by the Arts Council of Greater Lansing—will be completed by August.

Pure Options will set up a cannabis friendly space in the Sir Pizza parking lot in Old Town for Lansing Pride festivities Saturday to offer a safe area for relaxing, socializing and responsible consumption.

The local business will feature DJs, local food vendors + products from Pro Gro, Wyld, Trap House and Good Tide as part of a progressive celebration that supports all community members.

Michigan law allows people to set off consumer-grade fireworks on private property from 11 a.m. until 11:45 p.m. from June 29 to July 4.

Fireworks cannot be set off on public property such as schools, churches and sidewalks + violators may be fined up to $500.

State Rep. Mike McFall introduced House Bill 4686 today in Lansing—aimed at decriminalizing psilocybin for people with PTSD—and held a press conference with veteran Michael G.

Smith Jr. who said the measure could ease legal barriers for veterans seeking treatment.

On June 25, black lawmakers and the Michigan NAACP voiced support for MSP Col. James Grady, saying he is held to an unfair standard because of race—claiming efforts to remove him are racially motivated.

Unions representing troopers and command officers have voted no confidence in Grady and Lt. Col. Aimee Brimacombe amid concerns over promotion practices and leadership as a House Oversight Committee investigation continues.

City Pulse’s 2024 Top of the Town contest picked the top five places for lasagna based on local votes.

Bravo! Italian Kitchen, Cugino’s, Piazzano’s, Pizza House, and Tony M’s Restaurant & Banquet Center offer a range of Italian meals and hours to suit fans’ tastes.

Trucking owners Yasmin Lopez and Juan Jose Alejandrez bought the old Elks lodge for its acre of empty space when zoning rules stopped them from parking trucks there.

After months of renovations, their daughter Gabriella opened La Mulata—a Cuban restaurant serving empanadas, Cuban sandwiches, and fresh orange juice that had a soft opening on April 29 and is working toward a grand opening and a liquor license.

Trail Town 10K & 5K

8-11 a.m. — Potter Park Zoo — Registration fee required — Experience the beauty of the Lansing River Trail while participating in a timed 10K or 5K run.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Sing your heart out at Lansing's lively karaoke night with food from Ruckus Ramen.

Greens to Gardens Golf Outing

8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Forest Akers West Golf Course — Fundraiser for Radiology Healing Gardens — Enjoy a day of golf, prizes, and silent auction fun.

The Dam Jam Music Festival

5:01 PM – 11:00 PM — Brenke Fish Ladder — Free entry — Celebrate Michigan artists with a vibrant music lineup in Lansing's unique pop-up venue.

Board Game Night at Summit Comics & Games

2-9 p.m. — Summit Comics & Games — Free gaming — Enjoy a night of tabletop fun and connect with fellow gamers in Lansing.

West Michigan Whitecaps vs. Lansing Lugnuts

1-2:35 p.m. — Jackson Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of live baseball as the West Michigan Whitecaps take on the Lansing Lugnuts.

Michigan Energy Codes Deep Dive Workshop

12-6 p.m. — Ingham County Human Services Building — Registration required — Explore crucial updates to the Michigan Energy Code affecting mechanical and electrical systems.

Board Game Day at Evolution Games

2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Enjoy a day of board games, networking, and fun with fellow gamers.