Good morning, Lansing.

The Michigan State Police will host a free Safety Day for children and families today at its Dimondale headquarters on 7150 Harris Drive from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event will offer fingerprinting, vehicle safety checks & helmet giveaways, and will move to Wednesday if weather is poor.

American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis as summer heat, poor air quality and foodborne illness led to a four-year low in donor turnout in Mid-Michigan.

Michael Turner said the local agency offers a $15 e-gift card for donations through the month’s end — a measure to boost supply.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has added fresh cilantro — basil, raspberries, snow peas, and green onions — to the Cyclospora watchlist after more than 8,100 cases were reported, advising residents to wash, peel, or cook produce thoroughly to reduce the risk of contamination.

The Tigers lost late-game leads in a four-game series against a last-place Royals team, falling 3.5 games behind in the wild card race with six games remaining before the Aug.

3 deadline. The team must fix its bullpen woes to improve its play moving forward.

Muhsin Muhammad is celebrated as one of Greater Lansing's top athletes—he starred at Waverly and spent 14 NFL seasons earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors.

He is featured in a regional series spotlighting influential athletes alongside the state's 250th birthday celebrations.

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.

Integrated Neuromuscular & Myofascial Release

Aug 7-9 — College of Osteopathic Medicine — 20.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ — Enhance your skills in pain management and osteopathic medicine.