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Forecasters have issued a winter weather advisory for Lansing and much of Lower Michigan for December 26, warning of widespread freezing rain and ice accumulation up to 0.25 inches, which will make travel hazardous throughout the day.
In Lansing, a tense standoff occurred as House Republicans walked out of a session without voting on key bills, including a proposal to eliminate tipped wages and raise them to the minimum wage. Republicans argue that such a move would harm small businesses and restaurant workers, while Democrats insist on moving forward with the vote. With only three days left in the legislative session, the wage issue remains unresolved, and Democrats urge Republicans to return to work to address it.
Space weather forecasters are predicting potential Northern Lights displays in Michigan this week, driven by sunspots that could trigger solar storms. While cloud cover may hinder visibility early in the week, clearer skies are expected Wednesday through Friday, offering better chances for sightings. However, the unpredictability of aurora forecasts means that even with favorable conditions, sightings are not guaranteed.
A mass shooting in Lansing's Rotary Park early on Memorial Day resulted in the death of a 17-year-old and injuries to six others, with police believing most victims were unintended bystanders caught in a feud between two groups. The incident has prompted increased police patrols in parks and gathering spaces over the summer. Authorities are seeking additional witnesses and footage to aid in the ongoing investigation.
A chaotic early Memorial Day morning shooting in downtown Lansing left seven people shot, including a 17-year-old who died and another victim in critical condition. The victims, aged 15 to 20, were found at three separate locations, including Marketplace Apartments, Lansing Brewing Company, and Lansing Shuffle. Emergency radio traffic revealed the frantic response, with officers transporting victims to hospitals. This incident marks Lansing's 8th homicide since April 10 and the 6th gun-related homicide of the year.
A 17-year-old boy was killed and six others were injured in a shooting early Monday morning in Lansing, Michigan. The incident occurred on River Front Drive near N Cedar Street, with victims aged 15 to 20. No arrests have been made, and police believe it to be an isolated incident. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking information from the public.
A 17-year-old boy was killed and six others were injured in a shooting in Lansing, Michigan early Monday morning. The incident, which involved victims aged 15 to 20, is under investigation with no arrests made yet. Lansing Mayor Andy Schor called for more action on gun control, describing the event as a case of people using guns to settle arguments.
Seven young people were shot, and a 17-year-old boy died in a shooting on Riverfront Drive in Lansing early Monday morning. The incident is part of a violent trend in the city, which has seen eight homicides in April and May. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
A meteorologist from the National Weather Service's Grand Rapids Service office stated that there is a chance of favorable sky conditions for the April 8 eclipse in the Lansing area, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. While the eclipse won't be total, it will reach 96-97% coverage, lasting about 2½ hours. The meteorologist and his colleagues are prepared with eclipse glasses and some plan to travel to the path of totality. The forecast for the event will be clearer next week, but ultimate confidence may not be possible until the day of the eclipse.
A Michigan priest, David Rosenberg, was found guilty of embezzling over $830,000 from three retired priests who lived at the Lansing Catholic Diocese's St. Francis Retreat Center from 2018-20. He used the money to fund his charitable foundation, FaithFirst. Rosenberg was convicted of multiple felony charges and is scheduled to be sentenced in March. The Diocese of Lansing stated that Rosenberg was not accused of stealing money from any diocesan entities and that he was ordered to refrain from public ministry when first charged in 2022.
Lansing police are searching for a suspect, Zachary Duling, who fled after allegedly striking an officer with a vehicle near downtown Lansing. The officer fired at the vehicle, which then fled the area. The officer is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries, and Duling is wanted on a probation violation warrant. The public is urged not to approach Duling or the vehicle and to call 911 if they encounter him or see the car. Michigan State Police are investigating the incident, and the search involves police across the region.
Federal charges have been announced in the case of a 2-year-old boy who was accidentally shot and killed in Lansing, Michigan. The boy's mother, Emma Huver, faces multiple state charges related to her son's death, while Avis Coward has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm. Additionally, Gina Schieberl has been charged with conspiracy to tamper with evidence, and both Coward and Schieberl have been charged with tampering with evidence. The charges stem from the burned-out SUV where the shooting occurred.
Attorney General Dana Nessel has charged two Lansing area couples with 36 criminal child abuse charges, alleging that they subjected children to prolonged mental and physical abuse for personal financial gain. The charges include former state employee Joel Brown, his wife Tammy Brown, Jerry Flore, and Tamal Flore. The couples are accused of adopting dozens of children who were removed from abusive homes and collecting over $1 million tax-free through the adoption subsidy program. The charges come months after previous charges against the couples were dismissed. Each of the individuals charged faces at least one count of first-degree child abuse, which carries a penalty of up to life in prison.
A 30-year-old man was shot and killed near the South Lansing Capital Area District Library branch in Lansing, Michigan. The victim entered the library seeking help, but succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The suspect is still at large, and the library branch remains closed.
Police are investigating the discovery of a 71-year-old male body near a dumpster at Marvin Gardens Apartments in Lansing, Michigan. The incident was reported at 12:45 p.m., and authorities have set up a crime scene and are asking for information from the public.