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📰 A Note from the Publisher’s: Understanding Campaign Content vs. Independent Reportin
Not all content is created the same, and that matters. At The Chronicle News, we believe in access to information, transparency in messaging, and trust in our readers to discern the difference. Know the source. Understand the context. As we move deeper into election season, we want to take a moment to clarify something important for our readers and our community. At The Chronicle News, we regularly publish press releases and campaign-submitted materials as part of our commi

Yanice Y. Carter
5 days ago1 min read


New Poll Shows William Lawrence Leading in MI 07 Democratic Primary
Courtesy Photo: #WeWill2026 William Lawrence has entered the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District. LANSING, Mich. – New polling shows William Lawrence is leading with 45.2% among likely Democratic primary voters in the 7th Congressional District after hearing a brief biography of all three major candidates, according to a March 17-18 survey. Respondents were first asked which candidate they would support if the election were held today. Responses show

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6 days ago1 min read


MVAA, Gleaner Life distribute more than 130 care kits to veterans experiencing homelessness
LANSING, Mich. – In partnership with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), Gleaner Life Insurance Society’s Capital Arbor #772 donated more than 130 care kits of essential items for Michigan veterans experiencing homelessness. “Every one of these care kits represents more than just essential supplies, it sends a powerful message to Michigan veterans that their community cares,” said MVAA homeless veteran coordinator Cassie Smith. “That kind of support is often the fi

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6 days ago2 min read


Rev. Jesse Jackson: A Voice That Refused to Be Quiet
Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a towering voice in the fight for civil rights and social justice, dedicated his life to uplifting communities and challenging systems of inequality. His message, “Keep Hope Alive,” remains a guiding call for generations continuing the work of justice and freedom. For more than half a century, the name Jesse Jackson has echoed through the halls of justice, church sanctuaries, college campuses, and city streets across America. His voice, steady

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Mar 183 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026: Erica Lynn | Building Community, Centering Voices, Creating Change | A Chronicle News Community Spotlight Series
Courtesy Photo:Erica Lynn, founder of The Village Lansing, is honored for her work in public health, community advocacy, and violence prevention in Women Making History 2026 Real leadership doesn’t always start with a title. Sometimes it starts with paying attention. For Erica Lynn, her work has always been rooted in community, long before it had a name. With over 22 years in public health, Erica has dedicated her career to understanding how environment, access, and lived exp

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Mar 181 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026: Dr. Terra DeFoe | Architect of Impact, Strategy, and Service | A Chronicle News Community Spotlight Series
Courtesy Photo: Dr. Terra DeFoe, Founder of De’Cole & Associates, is honored in Women Making History 2026 for her leadership in policy, civic engagement, and community impact across Michigan and beyond. Some leaders seek recognition. Others build impact that speaks for itself. Dr. Terra DeFoe is firmly the latter. As Founder and Managing Partner of De’Cole & Associates, Dr. DeFoe has spent decades shaping policy, empowering communities, and creating pathways where barriers on

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Mar 182 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026: Lucianna Solis: Building Bridges Between City Hall and the Community | A Chronicle News Community Spotlight Series
Courtesy Photo: Lucianna Solis, Community Relations and Faith-Based Initiatives Manager for City of Lansing Mayor Andy Schor Some leaders arrive in their roles through career paths. Others arrive through lived experience. For Lucianna Solis, service has always been rooted in something deeply personal. Today, Solis serves as the Mayor’s Community Relations and Faith-Based Initiatives Manager for the City of Lansing, a role she officially stepped into in 2021. But her commitmen

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Mar 102 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026: Teresa A. Caine Bingman, Esq.| Founding Partner, Law Offices of Teresa A. Bingman| A Chronicle News Spotlight Series
Courtesy Photo: Teresa A. Bingman stands in front of the open doors which lead to the courtroom where attorneys present arguments before the Michigan Supreme Court. From Oklahoma to Michigan. From Courtrooms to Community. Some careers are chosen. Others seem etched into one’s DNA. Watching Attorney Teresa A. Caine Bingman command the courtroom with grace and authority, it becomes evident that advocacy is not simply what she does, it is who she is. For Teresa A. Caine Bingman

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Mar 83 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026:Judge Wanda M. Stokes | Ingham County Circuit Court | A Chronicle News Community Spotlight Feature
Courtesy Photo-The Honorable Judge Wanda M. Stokes, Ingham County Circuit Court Judge, brings decades of legal experience in both public and private sectors. Appointed in 2018 and re-elected in 2020, she is also a dedicated community leader and proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. There are women who study history. There are women who write history. And then there are women who stand inside it and move it forward. Judge Wanda M. Stokes is one of those women. Long

Judge Wanda Stokes
Mar 58 min read


Schor Releases Lansing’s 2025 Annual Report Highlighting Progress, Growth, and Fiscal Responsibility
LANSING, Mich. – Mayor Andy Schor announced that he has released the City’s 2025 Annual Report, detailing major accomplishments, financial performance, and strategic investments that have strengthened the community over the past year. The full report is posted on the Mayor’s page on the city’s website. The 220-page, comprehensive report outlines key achievements across public safety, infrastructure, economic development, housing, sustainability, and community services. It a

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Mar 43 min read


WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026: Dr. Toni Hughes Glasscoe | Associate Vice President of External Affairs, Development, and K-12 Operations
Courtesy Photo:Dr. Toni Glasscoe, Associate Vice President of External Affairs, Development, and K-12 Operations at Lansing Community College. That title is long. The impact is even longer. In partnership with the Executive Leadership Team, she leads community relations for the College, maintaining and strengthening relationships with business leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders. Her work ensures that the mission of Lansing Community College is not ju

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Mar 42 min read


William Lawrence Campaign Continued to Build Momentum in January
Courtesy Photo-William Lawrence, Candidate for United States Congress. LANSING, Mich. – The end of January marked one of the strongest performing months for William Lawrence’s campaign for Congress since its launch. Strong volunteer energy, fundraising and major endorsements signal huge momentum for the grassroots campaign heading into the 2026 election year. “This year is off to a really exciting start and we’re just getting rolling,” said William Lawrence. “We’re the ca

The Chronicle News
Feb 242 min read


Black History in Motion: 30 Years of Impact
By Chelsea Wooton Courtesy Photo-For 30 years, across 41 states and more than 1,000 venues, Dr. Khalid el-Hakim refused to wait for history to be told correctly. He put it on wheels and brought it directly to us through the Black History 101 Mobile Museum. Lansing, admission is free, but the truth you’ll encounter is priceless. Dr. Khalid el-Hakim didn’t wait for history to be told correctly. He put it on wheels and brought it to us. Lansing, admission is free. The truth is p

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Feb 243 min read


WE ARE BLACK HISTORY 2026: LCC Trustee Angela Mathews | Madam Chair, Making Moves for Student Success, Cemented in LCC History | A Chronicle News Community Spotlight
Courtesy Photo- LCC Trustee and Community Advocate Angela Mathews. Some leaders talk about impact. Others sign their name to it. Angela Mathews does both. Elected to the Lansing Community College Board of Trustees in 2017 and again in 2022, she didn’t just win, she led the ticket, placing number one in votes across the tri-county area both times. That is not coincidence. That is community confidence. She made history as the first Black woman to serve as Board Chair for two c

Yanice Y. Carter
Feb 242 min read


WE ARE BLACK HISTORY 2026:Celebrating the Legacy of Colonel James E. Stokes (Ret.) | A Trailblazer in Military Leadership
Courtesy Photo: Colonel James E. Stokes (Ret) National Guard Trailblazing, historic, and barrier-breaking only begin to describe the military career of Colonel James E. Stokes (Ret.), a Lansing, Michigan native whose service reshaped what leadership looks like in the Michigan Army National Guard. Over more than three decades in uniform, Colonel Stokes shattered multiple racial ceilings. He commanded in a theater of war and earned historic honors. He led at the company, batta

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Feb 235 min read


Your Voice, Your Vote: Mobilizing Michigan for 2025
Michigan is a mosaic—industrial grit and university quads, farmland and lake towns, immigrant corridors and tight-knit church blocks....

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 9, 20254 min read


Julie Vandenboom: Listening, Leading, and Building a Lansing That Works for Everyone
Courtesy Photo-Julie Vandenboom At-Large Candidate for Lasngin City Council Julie Vandenboom is running for Lansing City Council At-Large...

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 27, 20252 min read


Jeffrey Brown Addresses Lansing Residents in Open Letter for Mayoral Campaign
Courtesy Photo-Jeffrey Brown Candidate for Lansing Mayor Dear Residents of Lansing, 100 YEARS OF LANSING HERITAGE I AM a product of 100...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 24, 20255 min read


Meet Julie Vandenboom: A Lansing Leader Rooted in Community
Courtesy Photo-Julie Vandenboom Candidate Lansing City Council At-Large Julie Vandenboom is running for Lansing City Council At-Large to...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Governor Whitmer Endorses Andy Schor for Mayor
Courtesy Photo-(L to R) Erin Schor, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor attend a community event in Lansing. Governor...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 24, 20252 min read
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