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Breaking headlines, developing stories, and timely updates from across Michigan. This section highlights the most recent reporting from The Chronicle, including community alerts, civic developments, public safety updates, business news, and cultural events shaping our region.


MVAA challenges women veterans in Michigan to share their stories of service for Women's History Month
LANSING, Mich. – In honor of Women's History Month, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) encourages Michigan's more than...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 24, 20252 min read


Lights, Camera, Action! One Day Film Skool Inspires the Next Generation of Storytellers
Photo Credit-Yanice Jackson Chronicle Media Group. The Students actively listen to One Day Film Skool Founder and Instructor Mr. Al Smith...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jan 8, 20253 min read


Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission to Host 40th Annual Day of Celebration in Lansing Michigan
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...

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 27, 20242 min read


The Community Catalyst Brings Joy and Support to Lansing with 5th Annual Food and Essentials Giveaway
Photo Credit Carmen Hughes Sr-Executive Director Community Catalyst Yanice Jackson and crew outside of distribution site #1...

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 26, 20242 min read


Makayla’s Voice: A Remarkable Journey to Debut on Netflix
The Chronicle News is honored to spotlight the inspiring story of a young woman who is breaking barriers and touching lives worldwide.

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 10, 20244 min read


Golden Gatherings Christmas Brunch, Holiday Food & Essentials Distribution, Christmas Baskets for Seniors'-A Series of Community Events to Give Back in Lansing, this Holiday Season
This holiday season, Lansing's community organizations and sponsors are coming together to make a meaningful difference for the community.

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Parents Outraged Over Controversial Wicked Doll Packaging; Dolls Pulled From Shelves After Listing Adult Porn Site Mistakenly on Packaging
A new controversy is brewing over the latest release in the popular Wicked Doll toy line.

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 26, 20243 min read


Remembering Joel Ferguson: A Lansing Giant in Black History and Community Empowerment
Lansing remembers Joel Ferguson, a trailblazer who broke barriers as the city’s first Black City Council member.

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 3, 20243 min read


Less than 100 tickets remaining for the 2024 Michigan Military & Veterans Gala
Less than 100 tickets remaining for the 2024 Michigan Military & Veterans Gala

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 27, 20241 min read


Lansing Tenants Tell Horror Stories, Call On Legislature to Pass Renters’ Rights Bills
Lansing Tenants Tell Horror Stories, Call On Legislature to Pass Renters’ Rights Bills

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 27, 20242 min read


Saunteel Jenkins Raises $120,000 In Less Than Two Months
Saunteel Jenkins announced today that she raised nearly $120,000 in the two months since launching her exploratory committee for Mayor.

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 25, 20242 min read


Michigan Nonprofit Recognizing CEO Chanell Scott Contreras for Black Energy Awareness Month
Michigan Nonprofit Recognizing CEO Chanell Scott Contreras for Black Energy Awareness Month

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 20, 20242 min read


Double Tragedy in Livonia: A Closer Look at the Deaths of Matthew Ethington II and Maria Martin
This tragedy has left many questions unanswered as the investigation was closed by Livonia Police Department

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 20, 20243 min read


MVAA hosts first Community Outreach and Regional Engagement (CORE) Symposium
More than 50 veteran advocates and support organizations from around the state gather to share best practices

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 17, 20242 min read


Lansing Community College-Tech Forward: Men of Color
Get the inside scoop on how to get started in Trades and Technologies careers during the Tech Forward: Men of Color speaker and networking e

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 17, 20241 min read


Lansing Branch NAACP President Calls Barrett’s Ad Grossly Misleading
Lansing Branch NAACP President Calls Barrett’s Ad Grossly Misleading

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 17, 20241 min read


Meet the Candidate: Ryan J. Smith for Lansing Community College Board of Trustees
Smith, a graduate of Williamston High and Michigan State University, aims to bring his passion for education and leadership to the role

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 10, 20243 min read


Lansing City Clerk Chris Swope mails out over 21,000 absentee ballots and announces late hours, Early Voting Details for President Election
Starting on Saturday, October 26, the Reo Elections Office will be one of two early voting sites for Lansing City Voters .

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 10, 20242 min read


🎉Festival of Praise 2024!🎉
Join October 12, 2024, for an unforgettable night of worship and celebration! Doors open at 5 PM. Event starts at 5:30 PM

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 4, 20241 min read


The Community Catalyst Teams Up with Local Partners to Spread Holiday Cheer
Together, we can bring joy and relief to families in need this holiday season. We hope to see you there

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 1, 20241 min read
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