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When is the next full moon? June 2024's Strawberry Moon rises over Michigan soon
The full moon in June is commonly referred to as the Strawberry or Rose Moon, which will shine its brightest toward the end of the month. June's full moon is unique, the Old Farmer's Almanac said, being near the summer solstice when the sun is highest. "Because the moon is...
Sessions in Lansing aim to celebrate creative minds
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A session was held Sunday aiming to help celebrate people’s creative minds and the passion that inspires their creativity. The month-long series has different sessions every Sunday. The session on May 26 was the Art of Filmmaking. Dan Maynard, who created the event, said the...
MSU's updated Anti-Discrimination Policy delayed by federal changes
New federal regulations are stalling the implementation of Michigan State University's updated Anti-Discrimination Policy, delaying the long-anticipated revisions by three months.MSU announced on April 18 that after over a year of work, the newly revised policy - which prohibits identity-based discrimination and harassment - had been finished and would go into effect the next month. But the very next day, April 19, the U.S. Department of Education released broad revisions to a federal policy that prohibits sex discrimination in schools.Almost immediately, MSU's Office for Civil Rights realized the federal changes to Title IX could affect the new Anti-Discrimination Policy, said...
Michigan Panthers extend longest win streak in UFL with 26-22 comeback victory in Houston
The Michigan Panthers almost wilted in the Texas heat in the second half, but found a way to come out of Houston with a 26-22 win on Sunday for their fifth straight win. The win improves Michigan to 7-2 this season and extends the longest current win streak in the UFL, but doesn't change their destiny for the next two weeks. The Panthers will end the UFL inaugural regular season on Saturday in Birmingham, Alabama, against the...
Georgetown Blvd. homicide suspects appear in court
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Three suspects accused of strangling a man and then dismembering the body will be in court for their probable cause conferences. Lansing police said Leonard Hayes, his brother Marcus Hayes, and Terrence Jones killed 25-year-old Zacarri Taylor earlier in May. On May 12, police responded to...
Ride for Freedom event at Capitol in honor of fallen armed forces members
Members of Rolling Thunder, an advocacy group for prisoners of war and missing-in-action service members, gathered at the capital to honor the brave men and women who have fought for our country and died or whose whereabouts are currently unknown.
Lansing Everett hosts inaugural Memorial Mile
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - On Sunday, residents gathered at the Lansing Everett track for the inaugural Memorial Mile. Those who participated walked or ran around the Everett campus and finished on the track. “This is all about getting funds together to help fund the track program for things like uniforms,...
GoFundMe launched for 16 family members struck by alleged drunk driver
CLINTON COUNTY, MI - A GoFundMe has been started for 16 family members who were hit by an alleged drunk driver in a “devastating catastrophe” last weekend. Two people died and 14 others were injured in the May 18 crash northwest of Lansing. A woman who was arrested is facing 11 charges including operating while intoxicated and failing to stop at the scene of a crash.
Lansing one of six Michigan cities to make best places to live list
LANSING — The capital city, with its downtown state government campus, museums and proximity to Michigan State University, didn't quite make the cut to land in the top 100 Best Places To Live list compiled by a well-known national media outlet. Lansing came in as the 104th best place...
Remembering Memorial Day and celebrating start of summer
It’s Memorial Day weekend, which can mean different things for folks. Memorial ceremonies pay tribute to servicemen and servicewomen who died while serving. Parades kindle a spirit of patriotism and celebration. Barbecues, gardening and Up North getaways mark what many consider the onset of summer. As a native Hoosier,...
Tigers' Offense Finally Wakes Up, NBA & NHL Conference Finals, Indy 500,and More
Thoughts on the meaning of Memorial Day,the Tigers' Sunday win,updates on NBA & Stanley Cup Playoffs,MSU Football and Men's Basketball,Indy 500, the tragic death of PGA Golfer Grayson Murray,and more!
Pick the LSJ high school athlete of week winner for May 20-25
Here is a look at the latest individuals in the running to be voted the LSJ high school athlete of the week winner. Voting is unlimited and open until noon Wednesday to determine a winner, who will be featured in the LSJ. Refresh browser if poll doesn't immediately appear. (Voting...
Student connects family, identity in contest-winning piece displayed in Beal gardens
On Friday, May 17, Ellie Stanislav debuted her art to put on display in Michigan State's Beal Botanical Gardens. The piece is a tile from a work of tiles titled "Magnolia Transplanted."The display is a result of her winning the garden's student art contest, and will be in the gardens throughout 2024.Stanislav graduated this spring with two degrees, one from the Residential College of Arts and Humanities as well as a bachelor's of fine arts degree in studio art with a specialization in ceramics. She grew up around art, with her parents bringing her up around creativity. This path was...
Traveling with loved ones living with Dementia
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - “I always say I want to die with memories, not dreams,” said Steven Barbieri. Traveling to Bora Bora, Hawaii, and the Grand Canyon are only a few places Steven Barbieri has traveled since he was diagnosed with early onset Dementia. As someone with Dementia for now 12 years, he says he’s not letting the disease stop him.
Beneath the Colors: Conserving Michigan’s Battle Flags
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Memorial Day honors those who lost their lives while defending their country. In the Civil War alone, around 500 men from Lansing fought. Men, but just boys in some cases. You were supposed to be 18 to enlist, however some lied about their age to join the war.
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