Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography MSU Women’s Basketball has been dealt some recent adversity in Big Ten games, and are 2 and 2 in their last four outings, as they’ve hit the extremely tough latter part of conference play. Half of their remaining opponents are ranked in the top 25; Big Ten basketball is as good as it’s ever been. The Spartans’ recent losses came against the 8th ranked Michigan Wolverines in overtime at the Breslin Center, and a tough awa

Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography The Big Ten is a gauntlet MSU won a pair of nail-biters this week against Oregon and 24th ranked Nebraska, closing out games that were within one possession in the last minute of play. The Big Ten has already tested the Spartans, with our one loss coming from an away game at Wisconsin, and the Rutgers and Illinois also games played extremely close, not to mention overcoming an 11 point early deficit against a 23rd ranked

Parents, students, school staff members, and others are encouraged to nominate outstanding public-school educators for the Michigan Lottery’s 2025-26 Excellence In Education awards. All public-school employees may be nominated for the Excellence In Education awards, which recognize educators who go “above and beyond” to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate a publicschool educator, go to https://www.michiganlottery.com/excellence-in-education . The Michigan

The Spartans survived a tough matchup with Rutgers to end 2025 and notched a dominant win against the Indiana Hoosiers to kick off 2026

For many people in Mid-Michigan, the idea of going back to school feels out of reach. Time is limited. Money is tight. Life is already full. Yet the need for stability, better wages, and meaningful work remains urgent. That’s where the Job Training Center (JTC) at Lansing Community College steps in, offering a different path forward. A New Pathway to Success Located at LCC’s West Campus, the Job Training Center is designed for community members who want to change their circu

Scenes of Excellence across Michigan-educators, families, Community advocates, and youth leaders whose everyday actions strengthem our communities. December arrives with a quiet insistence. The pace slows, lights soften, and something in us leans inward. As we close out another year in Michigan, The Chronicle turns our focus to the people, institutions, and everyday moments that remind us who we are — and who we still have the power to become. This season has always been more

Courtesy Photo-  Seven local creators complete LEAP’s accelerator, turning influence into business growth and community investment  LANSING, Mich. — (Nov. 17, 2025) The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) announced the successful completion of the second cohort of its InfluenceLansing program, a 16-week program equipping local creators to transform their digital influence into sustainable business ventures.    Developed and led by LEAP to grow the region’s creative eco

Four games into the season, the Spartans already look formidable. With seven new players on the roster, MSU started the season strong against Mercyhurst, scoring the most points (125) and committing the fewest turnovers (3) in a game in program history. The Spartans currently lead the Big Ten in several major statistics: scoring, assists, turnover margin, steals per game, bench points, and more. They rank in the top ten nationally in all of these categories and lead college b

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Courtesy Photo-Dena K. Morgan —Jackson City Council Ward 1 Candidate. Community leader, advocate, and committed to building a stronger Jackson for all. In Jackson’s Ward 1, community isn’t just where you live — it’s who you are. For lifelong Southside resident Dena K. Morgan , that truth runs deep. A mother, grandmother, homeowner, and the niece of legendary coach Tony Dungy, she has spent decades serving her neighbors, creating opportunities for families, and fighting for f

2025 “State of the Air” report shows Black Americans are one and a half times more likely to live in communities with very unhealthy air...

Courtesy Photo-Leaders of Legacy.   Founders, Willye Bryan, President Prince Solace, Anne Brown (2022) of the Justice League of Greater...

JACKSON MICH - The Southside Festival Series kicks of its 7th Annual series of festivals with the 6th Annual Local Authors Expo & Book...

LANSING, Mich. - In an effort to ensure that residents and visitors to city facilities have access to essential health products, Mayor...

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) will host two open houses for customers with questions related to their utility usage and...

MSU Women's Basketball won a gritty game against Iowa to start Big Ten play 1-0

LANSING, MI — The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Mid-Michigan will mark a milestone on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 , as it hosts the...

Are you ready to take the next step in your career, increase your earning potential, or switch to a high-demand field? The Job Training...

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This holiday season, Lansing's community organizations and sponsors are coming together to make a meaningful difference for the community.