Good morning, Lansing.

Drivers should watch for Adopt-A-Highway volunteers who will clean Michigan highways from July 11 to 19; the MDOT program’s second statewide cleanup kicks off this Saturday to help keep roads free of litter.

President Kevin Guskiewicz remains at Michigan State University after planning to join Clemson University & the school will not retain athletic director J Batt, who moved to the University of Kentucky on June 15.

A study by Michigan Technological University & University of Madison-Wisconsin finds electric vehicle policies favor wealthier areas, with only 3.2% of new cars being electric compared to the 9% national average.

The research warns that without broader affordability measures, low-income residents may miss out as Michigan works toward carbon neutrality.

Notre Dame researchers analyzed 2,500 samples over 42 years to track PFAS, or forever chemicals, in Great Lakes food webs.

Findings reveal PFOS levels declined in lower lakes following an early-2000s phase-out while upper lakes and predators still show high concentrations+ environmental impacts remain under study.

More than 3,000 Lansing-area electric customers were without power on Monday after Friday's storms.

Crews and out-of-state lineworkers worked 16-hour shifts to restore service quickly & safely.

Today, the Capital Region Airport Authority starts a major roadway reconstruction project to upgrade Port Lansing Road from DeWitt Road to Airport Road and Capital City Boulevard from Grand River Avenue to West Circle Drive.

Passengers and guests of the airport are advised to allow extra travel time.

Health officials reported that cyclosporiasis cases jumped to 572 on July 4 amid warm grilling season, with many cases in Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland and Livingston counties (no specific produce source has been identified).

Officials advise washing produce and sanitizing surfaces to reduce infection risk.

Fowler native Mason Pline has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs following a mini-camp tryout.

He expressed excitement about learning from seasoned players & coaches as he prepares for his NFL season this fall.

Capital City Comic Con 2026

All day — Lansing Center — Ticket prices vary — A 3-day celebration of comics, cosplay, collectibles, and community activities.

Waverly Football Boosters 2nd Annual Car Show

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Waverly High School — Pre-registration $20, Day of show $25 — Rev up your engines for a day supporting the local football program with classic cars.

Cake in the Garden

6-9 p.m. — Horticulture Gardens — $20 — An evening of cake tasting among vibrant gardens and local bakers awaits.

Mid-America Coins Tradeshow

Buy, Sell, Trade collectible coins — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Lansing Center — Admission fee varies — Discover rare coins and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

The Dangling Participles Duo Performance

7-10 p.m. — Side Bar East Lansing — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed evening with live music from The Dangling Participles Duo in an intimate setting.

Brotherkenzie Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Green Door — Buy tickets online — Experience the enchanting indie pop melodies of Brotherkenzie in an intimate Lansing venue.

Rock Lansing 2026 @ Jackson Field

Jul 31 – Aug 2 — Jackson Field — Check back for ticket pricing — Experience an electrifying weekend of rock music featuring Blacktop Mojo.

Detroit Lions Youth Football: Lansing Fundamentals Mini-Camp

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Hope Sports Complex — Registration fee applies — Enhance your child’s football skills with expert coaching and fun scrimmages.

Slow Joy Concert

7:30 p.m. — The Green Door — Ticket prices vary — Experience the I Love You So Much I Could Die Tour in a cozy Lansing venue.