Michigan State University is seeking to dismiss a high-profile lawsuit filed by sexual assault prevention advocate Brenda Tracy. Tracy accused the university’s Board of Trustees of intentionally releasing her name to the public after she alleged misconduct by former football coach Mel Tucker. In its motion, MSU argued Tracy is attempting to turn Tucker’s firing into a “multi-million dollar windfall.” Tracy has not commented on the filing.

In Lansing, proposed revisions to the city charter will be discussed tonight during an informational meeting at the Foster Community Center. Recommendations include adding a ninth city council member and shifting elections to a four-year cycle instead of two. Voters will decide on the changes this November.

Meanwhile, a major rally for long-term road funding is taking place today at the state Capitol. Lansing Mayor Andy Schor, members of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, construction workers, and labor unions are calling on lawmakers to create a sustainable funding plan.

The Lansing School District is celebrating improved MSTEP scores across four subjects. Superintendent Ben Shuldiner noted that better attendance has played a key role in boosting academic performance.

At MSU, researchers announced two major health-related breakthroughs. Dr. Evangeline Alosilja developed a rapid bacterial contamination test using magnets and gold nanoparticles that changes color to signal safety or contamination. In a separate project, MSU scientists created a shampoo-like gel that could help chemotherapy patients prevent hair loss during treatment, pending clinical trials.

On the economic front, Governor Gretchen Whitmer revealed a $95 million investment from a Japanese auto supplier to establish a regional headquarters in Wixom. The project will create at least 200 new jobs and retain 175 others. Whitmer made the announcement while on a trade mission in Asia.

Wildlife officials confirmed the first cases this year of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in deer. Four cases were reported across Eaton, Jackson, Van Buren, and Washtenaw counties. The disease, spread by biting flies, can be fatal to deer.

Finally, while no one claimed Monday night’s Powerball jackpot, a Michigan player in Grosse Pointe won $1 million by matching five white balls. The jackpot for Wednesday night’s drawing has grown to $1.3 billion.