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East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
East Lansing Info
70 episodes
6 hours ago
A weekly show from the folks at East Lansing Info breaking down all the news and happenings in East Lansing, Michigan.
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A weekly show from the folks at East Lansing Info breaking down all the news and happenings in East Lansing, Michigan.
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East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Post Election Day Conversation with new East Lansing City Council Members

On Election Day East Lansing voters elected Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby to serve on the City Council. ELi Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols talks with both council members elect about their experiences on election night and what they would like to see in the city’s future on the latest episode of the East Lansing Insider podcast.

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6 hours ago
54 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
East Lansing City Council Election

This Tuesday East Lansing residents will vote on who will take the two available seats on the East Lansing City Council. Before Election Day, ELi Managing Editor Lucas Day and Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols talk what’s at stake this election and what the future of the council may look like on the latest episode of the East Lansing Insider podcast.


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1 week ago
29 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
East Lansing Police use of force data analysis

This week, the East Lansing Insider podcast looks at East Lansing Police use of force data as ELi Managing Editor Lucas Day and Managing Editor Anna Liz Nichols speak with sociologist Cedrick Heraux

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2 weeks ago
30 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Deer Management in Meridian Township

This week, the East Lansing Insider podcast looks beyond the city's boundaries at the Meridian Township deer management program. 


ELi Managing Editor Lucas Day speaks with Meridian Township Land Stewardship and Deer Management Coordinator Emma Campbell about the township's unique program that leverages local sportsmen to keep the deer population in check.

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3 weeks ago
43 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Body cam vs. surveillance footage: Seemingly conflicting video accounts of an incident raise questions over police narrative

The East Lansing Police Department has been raising red flags for violence in the city’s downtown, but after publically releasing the names of two men charged for engaging in an altercation police say took place during Michigan State University’s welcome week, newly released surveillance footage paints a different picture. Managing Editor Luke Day and Deputy Editor Anna Nichols outline the timeline of events and decisions made by ELPD.

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4 weeks ago
29 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Housing affordability in East Lansing

Managing Editor Luke Day and Deputy Editor Anna Nichols unpack East Lansing’s housing landscape, including what local leaders are proposing to develop the downtown area and various issues renters are facing.

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1 month ago
20 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Downtown Safety and the Debate Over Police Oversight Commission

Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols and City Government Reporter Ayah Imran examine two pressing issues in East Lansing: A series of recent public safety incidents downtown and proposed changes to the city’s Independent Police Oversight Commission. They break down what community members and commissioners are saying about revisions to the ordinance that outlines the authority of the oversight commission, including concerns that it may deplete accountability for law enforcement.

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1 month ago
21 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Previewing the Slate of City Council Candidates

East Lansing Insider is back! Lucas Day and Anna Nichols break down East Lansing’s upcoming City Council election with two open seats and six candidates competing for four-year terms. They discuss what is at stake for the city, including budget fixes, development decisions, public safety, charter changes, and the Parks and Recreation millage, while introducing listeners to each candidate’s priorities and background.

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1 month ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Two Years of DEI Efforts and Covid at ELPS
On this episode, Emily Joan Elliott and Al Hargrave Jackson, who both report on East Lansing Public Schools recap the last two years of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as well as Covid-19 mitigation efforts in the district. The two issues have often overlapped, as the duo discuss, and Al points to what is expected next on both topics. Al also provides information on a new contract for teachers and a visit to East Lansing by Mark Wood, an original member of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
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3 years ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
What Can We Learn From ELPD Use Of Force Reports
Andrew is joined by ELi's Heather Brothers on this episode of the Insider, where the duo discuss the use of force reports that the ELPD has been giving the Independent Police Oversight Commission and dig into what we can learn from them, what the Commission might make of them, and the long term goals of this level of police accountability. Listen in!
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3 years ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Why Did City Council Discuss A Moratorium On New Greek Houses?
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew and Emily recap a discussion from the Tuesday, April 12, City Council discussion-only meeting where the five members of Council discussed potentially putting a moratorium on issuing new Special Use Permits for off-campus group housing for MSU students — namely, Greek houses. To help aid the discussion, two representatives from MSU — Su Webster and Dr. Erin Carter — were also in attendance and shared new information about the sophomores-on rule. Listen in!
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3 years ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
What To Know With The Albert EL Fresco Returning
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew sits down with Emily Joan Elliott to talk about the imminent return of the Albert EL Fresco, an open-air dining, seating and recreation area in downtown East Lansing. With the EL Fresco slated to reopen on May 10, the duo cover what it will look like in year two, some of the challenges faced by the City in pulling it off, and touch on how popular it might really be. Take a listen!
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3 years ago
29 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
An East Lansing Development Roundup with Alice Dreger
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is in studio with ELi's founder, Alice Dreger, to talk about a number of various redevelopment projects — or potential projects — going on in East Lansing. Plus, the duo talks about a document from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) that highlights good strategies for growing downtowns. Give it a listen!
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3 years ago
29 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
A Review of the East Lansing City Attorney Hiring Process
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is joined by ELi's Emily Joan Elliott and Al Jackson to go back over the months-long process of hiring the two new City Attorneys. From moving on from Foster Swift to deciding to split the role in municipal advisor and prosecutor, right up to contract issues, we cover it all in this episode. Check it out!
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3 years ago
29 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
What's All This Discussion About The Northern Tier?
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is joined by ELi's Emily Joan Elliott, who interviews him about the ongoing discussions in the City about what might be done with the Northern Tier. The two also assess the potential that a committee to study the planning, zoning and future land uses will be formed. Give it a listen!
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3 years ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
A Discussion with Dan Bollman about Zoning, Housing and Affordability
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is joined by Dan Bollman, an architect and current chair of the East Lansing Planning Commission. Dan and Andrew discuss the state of housing in East Lansing and delve into some of the various ways the City could alter zoning or other laws to, potentially, make housing more affordable and accessible in East Lansing. Listen in!
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3 years ago
30 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Talking Town-Gown Relations As MSU Moves Ahead with the Sophomores-On Rule
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is joined by ELi's founder, Alice Dreger, to talk about the latest on town-gown relations in East Lansing. The duo discuss the sophomores-on-campus housing rule that MSU is planning to enforce beginning in the fall, the growing glut of student-oriented housing, and what the future might hold in light of these, and other, developments. Give it a listen!
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3 years ago
27 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
Where Do We Stand As The Omicron Variant Recedes
On this episode of the Insider, Andrew is joined by ELi's acting executive director, Emily Joan Elliott, to discuss the current state of Covid-19 as the omicron variant is apparently receding and things around East Lansing potentially get back to "normal." You'll also fear briefly from Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail in this episode, talking about the same thing during her regular media briefing. And lastly, it closes out with a news roundup. Give it a listen!
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3 years ago
26 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
After Covid Pause, City of East Lansing Gets Back To Meetings
After pausing most City meetings in January and early February due to the surge of the Omicron Covid variant, the City of East Lansing's board and commissions got back to work this week and dealt with a bevy of issues. On this week's edition of the Insider, Andrew is joined by ELi reporters Heather Brothers and Al Hargrave to discuss their coverage of the Independent Police Oversight Commission and School Board, respectively. Listen in to get caught up on some of what the City is up to!
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3 years ago
28 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
A Closer Look At EL's Responsible Hospitality Council
The convergence of a young student population and downtown bars could be a recipe for problems. On this episode of the Insider, Andrew talks to Scott Rolen (Lou & Harry's) and Mike Krueger (Crunchys) about the Responsible Hospitality Council, essentially a consortium of downtown liquor license holders working together to promote what their name says: responsible hospitality. So how do these bar and restaurant owners work together — and with the City — to promote a safe, controlled environment? Listen in to find out!
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3 years ago
27 minutes

East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM
A weekly show from the folks at East Lansing Info breaking down all the news and happenings in East Lansing, Michigan.