Larry Wallace

Detroit

Anchor and Reporter at WSYM-TV (Lansing, MI)

Award Winning Senior Anchor/ Investigative Hard News reporter @FOX47NEWS... To stay updated on Lansing’s latest news, visit: https://t.co/3NJut6qZ8G

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Sycamore Townhomes residents may face eviction as $15 million renovation set to begin

2 days ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — Dozens of residents at Sycamore Townhomes in Lansing may be eviction as a court-appointed receiver moves forward with a major renovation project. Sycamore Townhomes has been placed under a court-appointed receiver due to numerous code violations and maintenance issues. A $15 million rehabilitation project will require all units to be vacated for complete renovation. Despite a May 31 deadline, 41 tenants still remain at the property, with a new June 20 deadline now in place.
Lansing mother remembers son lost to gun violence as lawmakers propose gun laws

3 days ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — During Gun Violence Awareness Month, a Lansing mother is sharing her story of loss as Michigan lawmakers introduce new legislation aimed at reducing gun violence in the state. Michigan lawmakers have introduced bills to ban untraceable "ghost guns" and increase accountability for gun dealers. Lansing police report 2 deadly shootings and 16 non-fatal shootings so far this year.
Lansing woman receives new ramp during Week of Kindness

4 days ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — A 78-year-old Lansing woman is getting a life-changing home modification thanks to local volunteers and the Disability Network Capital Area. • Jean Akens suffered serious injuries after falling down stairs and being stranded for 22 hours. • Volunteers built her a new ramp as part of a "Week of Kindness" initiative. • The project was made possible through collaboration with the Capitol Area Housing Partnership.
Movement back in Michigan for its 25th year

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich. — Call it a tradition - Movement, the techno music festival, made its way back to Michigan for its 25th year. The three day event kicked off at Hart Plaza in Detroit Memorial Day weekend, and came a long with food, drinks, and live performances from DJs and artists across the world. “I really enjoy coming here every year,” said Movement goer Morgan Williams.
Lansing city council objects to liquor license transfer, attorney disputes claims

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — The Lansing City Council has unanimously passed a resolution objecting to the transfer of a liquor license from a Mason Rite Aid to a location on East Kalamazoo Street, citing proximity to schools, organizations and other liquor stores. Attorney Michael Brown, who represents the applicant requesting the liquor transfer, expressed disappointment with the council's decision. "It's very disappointing," Brown said.
Michigan faces critical shortage of mental health beds, advocates call for change

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — Health care professionals and advocates are sounding the alarm about Michigan's severe shortage of mental health beds, with only 5 psychiatric beds available per 100,000 people in the state. The shortage has created a crisis situation where patients in need of mental health care are being forced to wait in emergency departments for extended periods.
Lansing city council objects to liquor license transfer

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — Lansing City Council unanimously voted to object to a liquor license transfer request for a location on East Kalamazoo Street, citing concerns about proximity to a school and oversaturation of alcohol retailers in the area. "The owner of liquor license had the license at a Rite Aid store in Mason, Michigan, and this application was to transfer that license from Mason to Lansing," said Councilwoman Trini Pehlivanoglu.
State funding for Kristana Mobile homes redevelopment, will Dewitt Charter Twp accept funds?

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

Residents at Kristana Mobile Homes are fighting to keep their community together after being asked to leave in March due to infrastructure issues. "If there is a way to keep this community together - we should be fighting for that," State Rep. Emily Divendorf said. The controversy at Kristana Mobile Homes highlights growing concerns about affordable housing availability in the area.
Advance Peace in Lansing faces funding cuts despite success

3 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — Shaquille Brown carries both physical and emotional scars from a New Year's Eve shooting in 2022 that claimed the life of his best friend. Now, a program helping to reduce gun violence in his community faces an uncertain future. The scars on Brown's body will likely remain with him forever, a permanent reminder of the tragedy that unfolded on December 31, 2022. "It's something I would live with for the rest of my life… It's something I would never forget," Brown said.
Lansing's City owned cemeteries face financial challenges

3 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Larry Wallace

LANSING, Mich — Lansing's three city-owned cemeteries are operating at a significant deficit, with expenses far exceeding revenue according to city officials. City of Lansing has 3 city owned Cemeteries, Mount Hope, North and Evergreen. City officials said the revenue made at these locations, doesn't compare to the expenses. Watch video for more details. Mount Hope Cemetery spans 83 acres and contains around 33,000 burials dating back to its opening in 1874.