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Morel mushroom season is approaching. Michigan officials release a map to aid the hunt

1 day ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Moore

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released its 2025 morel mushroom map. Morel mushrooms are a sought-after delicacy, often found in areas burned by wildfires the previous year. Several morel mushroom varieties exist, but caution is advised as some look-alikes are inedible. Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its morel map for 2025.
Severe weather unlikely, but rain, storms in forecast. When to expect rain to fall

1 day ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Moore

A cold front will bring rain showers across Michigan on April 25. Temperatures will be warm on April 24 and 25, reaching the upper 70s and low 80s in the Lower Peninsula. While thunderstorms are possible, severe weather is not expected in Michigan. A cold front moving across the central U.S. will create severe thunderstorms in the Midwest, though the front will only bring rain showers to Michigan, officials said.
Monarch butterflies are inching closer to Michigan. Here's where they've been spotted

1 day ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Moore

Monarch butterflies are migrating north and have been spotted in states near Michigan. Although their wintering population doubled this year, monarchs have experienced a significant overall decline due to habitat loss and pesticide use. Monarch butterflies left Mexico weeks ago on their annual northward migration. Now, the colorful insects are nearing Michigan as temperatures continue to warm.
What's making my nose run and eyes water? Allergy season starts in Michigan

2 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Moore

Spring allergy season, triggered by tree pollen, is underway in Michigan and across the U.S.Common allergy triggers in Michigan include trees like ash, oak, and hickory, as well as certain flowers, grasses, and molds. Allergy symptoms range from sneezing and itchy eyes to more severe reactions like difficulty breathing. As flowers bloom and trees bud across Michigan, some residents may be dreading the start of allergy season.
Former Michigan State University professor pleads guilty to child porn

2 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Ken Palmer

Former Michigan State University business professor Iskandar Arifin pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography. He is no longer employed by the university, an MSU spokesperson said. The Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit and Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force investigated the case. LANSING — A former Michigan State University professor has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography.
Pope Francis was a member of the Jesuit order founded by Saint Ignatius Loyola

2 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Moore

Pope Francis, the first Jesuit pope and the first from the Americas, passed away on April 21 at age 88. His funeral is scheduled for April 26, following a period of mourning and reflection on his legacy of peace. Billions are mourning Pope Francis, who died on April 21, and as people reflect of his life's work as the first Jesuit pope of the Catholic Church, his funeral has been set for April 26. Not only was Pope Francis the the first Jesuit pope, but he was the first pope from the Americas.
Police in Florida Keys investigating death of elderly Lansing man

3 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Ken Palmer

An 84-year-old Lansing man was found dead in the water near a Florida boat slip. The deceased, identified as Tony Vescolani, was discovered in Marathon, Florida on April 18. MARATHON, Florida Keys — Authorities are investigating the death of an elderly Lansing man whose body was found in the water April 18 near a boat slip in Marathon, Florida. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office identified the man as Tony Vescolani, 84.
Strong winds expected across Lansing area as weather pattern goes on the upswing

3 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Ken Palmer

Strong winds exceeding 40 mph are expected across Lower Michigan on Monday. Temperatures will peak in the mid-60s before dropping about 10 degrees due to a cold front. A wind advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday for much of Lower Michigan. LANSING — Winds gusting to more than 40 mph are possible Monday (April 21) as Michigan's up-and-down spring weather pattern swings a little to the warmer side this week.
Pick the One North LSJ high school athlete of week: April 14-19

3 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Brian Calloway

Here are the latest individuals in the running to be voted the One North LSJ high school athlete of the week winner. Vote is open until noon Wednesday to determine a winner, who will be featured in the LSJ. Refresh browser if the poll doesn't immediately appear. Voting from a mobile device? Request desktop version of browsing app if poll doesn't appear. Charlie Folino, Okemos boys track and fieldFolino helped the Wolves edge Holt by a point for a title at the Panther Invite at DeWitt on Friday.
Teen killed, two others injured in I-96 crash near Okemos

5 days ago | lansingstatejournal.com | Sarah Atwood

Police confirmed a tennager was killed in an early morning crash near Okemos Saturday. The 22-year-old driver and a 20-year-old passenger suffered injuries and were transported to a Lansing hospital by emergency services and both are in stable condition. ALAIEDON TWP. ― A teenager was killed and two other people were injured after a vehicle traveling west on Interstate 96 near Okemos Saturday morning rolled several times in the median and landed in the eastbound lanes.