Moka & Co. opens on Main St.
A new coffee shop popped up on South Main Street with unique menu items, including traditional Yemeni coffee, flavored lattes and refreshers.
Local seats stay with Democrats in election
While the presidential race saw the state of Michigan turn red once again, several local races in Oakland County stayed blue.
Wage reform to bring new challenges for East Lansing's service industry
In July, Michigan lawmakers voted to phase out the tip credit system, and correspondingly raise the minimum wage for tipped workers to $15 an hour. However, local business owners and MSU student service workers are concerned that this shift will negatively impact their industry.
A look at what you can and cannot bring to voting locations in Michigan
"You can't campaign within 100 feet of the entrance or inside the building. Depending on the location where you're voting, weapons may be prohibited. I just recommend against bringing weapons to any polling location," said Swope. " said Lansing City Clerk Chris Swope.
Heat's Dwyane Wade statue draws unwelcome attention. Michigan sports statues have prompted controversy as well
The Miami Heat didn't get quite the reaction they wanted when they unveiled Dwyane Wade's statue. Some Michigan statues also have drawn complaints
Paralympic silver medalist from Michigan named grand marshal of Lansing’s holiday parade
Jayci Simon, 19, of St. John’s will be featured in Silver Bells in the City's 27th annual Electric Light Parade on Nov. 22.
Takeaways on the playoff paths for Greater Lansing high school football teams
Six area teams earning top seeds in their districts among notable takeaways when examining playoff paths for local football teams.
Michigan State women’s basketball cruises past Wayne State 101-40 for win in first exhibition of the season
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan State women’s basketball opened the 2024-25 season with a dominating 101-40 exhibition win over Wayne State Monday night at the Breslin Center.
Overheard at Jonathan Smith’s press conference: Genuine dislike and never forget
Smith on Indiana quarterback uncertainty as starter Kurtis Rourke was sidelined by a thumb injury and Tayven Jackson filled in during a 31-17 win against Washington: “I didn’t see a lot of difference in their efficiency, their operation. Both of them operate that offense pretty well and we’re going to have to prepare for it.”
UMich and MSU ROTC students run 64 miles in annual fundraiser before rivalry football game
About 50 students in the UMich and MSU ROTC program completed a 64-mile backroad trek as part of the 11th annual Alex’s Great State Race.
Out of town, out-of-state ballots being left in ballot drops
Clerks in Lansing and East Lansing report they are finding ballots meant for other communities in their ballot drop boxes.
How to Watch the Michigan State vs. Indiana Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for Nov. 2
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Michigan State Spartans vs. Indiana Hoosiers game, Saturday, Nov. 2.
Trevis Harrold, Running for Michigan State House of Representatives, District 55
The 2024 Pride Source Media Voters Guide Candidate Survey sought the responses from Michigan candidates running for office in the Nov. 5 election. We asked
COVID Memorial Monument honors Michigander’s lost during pandemic
A one-of-a-kind memorial was placed in Lansing today Remembering those lives lost in Michigan from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michigan State football vs. Michigan: How the state of rivalry turned toxic
A brief history of Michigan football and Michigan State's recent rivalry showdowns and the scandals that have marred them.
Boilers end season in Lansing
Purdue soccer made their final road trip to Lansing, Michigan, on Sunday. The Boilers equalized midway through the second half, but the Spartans held up their offensive pressure.
Michigan beats Michigan State 24-17
A late turnover gave Michigan a 9-7 lead before the half against Michigan State. The Spartans started quickly with a Nate Carter touchdown run on the game’s first drive.
Person hospitalized following Lansing house fire
One person has been hospitalized following an early morning fire. The Lansing Fire Department tell us it happened right before 4 AM Monday, October 21 on Hillsdale Street.
Morning fire in Lansing sends 1 person to hospital
LANSING — One person was transported to an area hospital for evaluation after an early morning fire on Hillsdale Street. The Lansing Fire Department was dispatched to the home near Interstate 496 at about 3:47 a.m. Monday where they found light smoke coming from the home. Firefighters extinguished a fire in the basement.
Vice President to stop in metro Detroit Monday with Republican supporters
Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Liz Cheney are out to win over suburban voters uneasy about Republican Donald Trump during an event this afternoon in Royal Oak.
The Uncommitted Movement Makes Its Last Stand in Michigan
The campus “uncommitted” movement has waned in Michigan. But in a battleground state with wafer-thin margins, a few holdouts could change everything.
Detroit voters began casting their ballots during early voting period on Saturday
The November election is less than three weeks away and Saturday marked the first day of in-person early voting in Detroit.
LIONS ROAR: Local businesses ride the wave of team success.
The Lions' success goes further than just on the field; the effects can be felt all the way here in Lansing by local businesses and fans.
Morning 4: What to do if you see a stink bug in your home -- and other news
You should look for gaps around window air conditioners or holes in window screens. Block those off. Anything that could serve as an easy access point for stink bugs should be closed off.
Iowa vs. Michigan State Game Report: Numbers and notes from the Hawkeyes’ 32-20 loss
A closer look at Iowa’s 32-20 loss Saturday night to Michigan State at Spartan Stadium. The Hawkeyes did little offensively and gave up a great amount defensively in a very disappointing Big Ten Conference loss.
Column | In a road test against Michigan State, Iowa football forgot its No. 2 pencil
A shrug. A simple gesture that still says a lot. Look for further than Michael Jordan or Cailin Clark. On Saturday night in Iowa football’s 32-20 loss to Michigan State, the honor belonged to starting quarterback Aidan Chiles.
What’s possible for Iowa football in postseason after ‘deflating’ loss to Michigan State
A mid-tier bowl appears to be the ceiling for the 2024 Hawkeyes after their humbling 32-20 loss to Michigan State.
Lansing Luminary and MSU Champion Joel Ferguson Passes Away at 85
Joel Ferguson, a prominent Lansing politician and MSU trustee, has died at 85. He was known for his contributions to MSU, real estate, banking, and media.
Where Harris, Trump will be on Friday
Vice President Harris and former President Trump have entered the home stretch of campaign season, with the election just more than two weeks away. Both party nominees are on the ground Friday, campaigning in the crucial swing state of Michigan.
Michigan State sends Iowa packing behind barrage of field goals
Michigan State beat Iowa at its own game, going 6-of-7 on field goals to earn a 32-20 win in Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan, on
Michigan State defeats Iowa on homecoming night 32-20
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan State kicker Jonathan Kim makes 6 field goals for the Spartans in a 32-20 win over Iowa. The Spartan defense shut out the Hawkeyes in the first half and Jonathan Kim grabbed all 12 points for Michigan State.
US Speaker Mike Johnson stumps for Barrett in 1st stop of Michigan battleground blitz
As U.S. House Republicans across the nation are campaigning hard to preserve their slim majority, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and a posse of prominent conservative House members made their way across Michigan on Saturday,
Joel Ferguson, known developer and former Michigan State University trustee, dies at 85
Joel Ferguson, a known developer in Michigan and former Michigan State University trustee, has died at the age of 85.
Harris campaigns in Lansing
Kamala Harris’ campaign traveled to Lansing on Friday, speaking to autoworkers at the union hall for UAW Local 652 . She opened with comments about the importance of unions in America.
Michigan State’s forward Charlie Stramel named Big Ten Third Star of the Week
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan State junior centerman Charlie Stramel (Rosemount, Minn.) has earned Big Ten Third Star of the Week honors after MSU’s split with No. 2 Boston College last weekend.
Michigan Catholic bishops slam Whitmer over viral skit accused of mocking Communion
The video, which was posted on social media by podcast host Liz Plank, showed Whitmer placing a Dorito onto the kneeling Plank's tongue in the same manner that priests place a wafer on the recipient's tongue in the Holy Eucharist.