Multiple Stories Making Headlines in Mid-Michigan: Shooting Investigation, Traffic Safety Upgrades, MSU's New AD, and More

June 3, 2025 | Lansing, MI — Here’s what’s making news across mid-Michigan today:

Teenagers Shot in Lansing in Apparent Accident
Lansing Police say two teenage boys shot early Monday morning sustained non-life-threatening injuries in what is believed to be an accidental shooting. No suspects are currently outstanding as the investigation continues.

New Safety Measures Coming to MLK Boulevard
Just over a month after a 15-year-old was killed in a street racing crash on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is set to begin construction on a traffic calming project. Starting next week, crews will install four pedestrian refuge islands between Victor and Kavanaugh to help slow traffic and create safer crossing zones. The project is expected to wrap up this fall.

Crash Knocks Down Light Pole on MLK
A separate crash occurred Monday afternoon on MLK near Kavanaugh Road. A vehicle rolled over and took out a light pole in front of Munchies restaurant. There were no injuries reported as of Tuesday morning.

Walter Neller Building Demolition Underway
In downtown Lansing, demolition crews have begun tearing down the long-abandoned Walter Neller building on South Grand Avenue. The Granger Group, which owns the property, plans to redevelop the site into market-rate housing, commercial space, and hospitality facilities.

MSU Names New Athletic Director
Michigan State University officially announced Jason J. Batt as the school's new athletic director on Monday. Batt, formerly the AD at Georgia Tech, will be introduced at a press conference on Wednesday and begin his new role on June 16.

MSP K-9 Recovering After Poisoning Incident
Thor, a Michigan State Police K-9 officer, is recovering at home after being treated at Michigan State University’s Veterinary Clinic. The dog was poisoned during a search in a Lapeer County barn last Friday. Thor had previously received care from MSU vets after being exposed to illicit substances during a search in Flint last year.

Whitmer Waives School Days After Ice Storm Closures
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday that she is waiving minimum instructional day requirements for school districts impacted by March's historic ice storms. The waiver applies to counties where a state of emergency was declared and schools were closed for extended periods due to power outages and storm damage.

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Michigan Gym’s Pandemic Case
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case filed by Gym 24-7 Fitness in Alma, Michigan. The gym's owners sued the state over pandemic-related closures, claiming economic devastation. The Michigan Attorney General’s office defended the orders as a necessary public safety measure.

Lyme Disease Cases Rising Sharply in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is warning residents about a sharp rise in Lyme disease. The state has recorded a 168% increase in cases over the past five years. Experts cite milder winters, changes in wildlife behavior, and greater awareness among doctors as contributing factors. The public is advised to wear long sleeves and insect repellent in tick-prone areas and to check for ticks after spending time outdoors.

 

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