WKAR-TV (East Lansing, MI)

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La Cámara aprueba un proyecto de ley para modificar la resentencia a cadena perpetua

1 day ago | wkar.org | Rick Pluta

Esta nota ha sido traducida por Clay Oppenhuizen. This article has been translated by Clay Oppenhuizen. Read the English version here. Un comité de la Cámara de Representantes estatal votó el miércoles para avanzar en una legislación para mitigar el impacto de una decisión de la Corte Suprema de Michigan sobre las sentencias automáticas de cadena perpetua sin libertad condicional para adultos jóvenes.
Prosecutor: Crumbleys no longer entitled to presumption of innocence

1 week ago | wkar.org | Rick Pluta

The Oakland Country prosecutor is opposing the request by the mother of the Oxford High School shooter to be released on bond while she appeals her involuntary manslaughter convictions. The filing this week from Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald argued Jennifer Crumbley has never taken responsibility for her actions and has little to lose after being convicted.
With six months left in 2025, Michigan has already had more tornadoes than last year

1 week ago | wkar.org | Andrew Roth

Michigan could be on track to set a new state record for the number of tornadoes in a year. It’s been a very active storm season, with 29 tornadoes confirmed in Michigan so far this year – a significant increase from recent years. There were 17 tornadoes recorded in 2024, 14 tornadoes in 2023 and just four tornadoes in 2022. The latest happened Wednesday night in southeast Michigan, with a tornado confirmed to have touched down in Frasier.
Some Michigan drivers get cash for pothole damage repairs while state help is inconsistent

1 week ago | wkar.org | Ed Coury

Some Michigan drivers are getting financial help for vehicle damage caused by potholes—thanks to a contest run by a trade association representing the road-building industry. The Pothole Payback program is operated by the Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA), which represents more than 500 companies involved in building and maintaining the state’s roads and bridges.
Leading the American League, Detroit Tigers work to keep momentum into mid-season

1 week ago | wkar.org | Sophia Saliby

The Detroit Tigers are in the middle of an impressive season, sitting on top of the American League for several weeks. The team starts a mid-week series with the Pittsburgh Pirates Tuesday night. WKAR’s Sophia Saliby spoke with "Beyond the Score" Al Martin about why the Tigers have been so strong this year. Interview HighlightsOn the Tiger's current success Detroit currently owns a 46-27 record. That's good for the best win percentage in the American League.
Michigan State University to increase tuition rates amid federal, state funding battles

2 weeks ago | wkar.org | Andrew Roth

Michigan State University students are going to have to pay more for tuition starting this fall. The Board of Trustees voted Friday to increase tuition by 4.5%. That means block tuition rates will go up about $400 per semester. During the Board's meeting, Trustee Sandy Pierce said about a third of the $10-12 million raised through the rate increase will be allocated to financial aid.
What if being Mr 305 was a state of mind?

2 weeks ago | wkar.org | Mia Venkat
El verano trae nuevos desafíos a medida que crece la población sin hogar de Lansing

2 weeks ago | wkar.org | Ed Coury

Esta nota ha sido traducida por Clay Oppenhuizen. This article has been translated by Clay Oppenhuizen. Read the English version here. Los defensores dicen que la población sin hogar de Lansing continúa creciendo, mientras que los recursos para ayudarlos siguen siendo difíciles de encontrar. Patricia Braman, directora de Vivienda de Advent House Ministries, comenta que su organización realizó un recuento de la población sin hogar de la ciudad en enero. “Teníamos unas 700 personas afuera.
House votes to defund public media

2 weeks ago | wkar.org | Shawn Turner

Dear friend of WKAR,The House just voted to defund public media, taking back money that stations like ours use to serve our communities. The news is disappointing – but not unexpected. We knew this would be a tough challenge. I extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who reached out to their members of Congress.
Summer brings new challenges as Lansing's homeless population grows

2 weeks ago | wkar.org | Ed Coury

Advocates say Lansing’s homeless population continues to grow, as resources to help them remain difficult to find. Patricia Braman is Director of Housing at Advent House Ministries. She says her organization conducted a count of the city’s homeless population in January“We had about 700 that were outside. I do believe that we’re probably, I would guess, at about 1,200-1,500," she said. "Our shelters are very, very full. They are overloaded.