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Lansing Planning Commission recommends approval for data center rezoning Commission members voted to recommend approval for a rezoning request required before Deep Green can build its proposed data center.

The project is controversial, with some community members raising concerns from construction and noise to power and water usage. But supporters say it will bring jobs and investment to the city.

Michigan House committee debates bill requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote A new effort at the state Capitol could change the way you register to vote in Michigan.

The House Committee on Election Integrity met on Tuesday to discuss House Bill 4765. It would require anyone registering to vote in Michigan to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Lansing Lugnuts announce 2026 promotional schedule, giveaways Baseball season is right around the corner and the Lansing Lugnuts' promotional schedule has been released.

Baseball season is right around the corner and the Lansing Lugnuts have released their full schedule of weekly promos and special theme nights as they begin their 30th season. https://www.wilx.com/2026/03/03/lansing-lugnuts-announce-2026-promotional-schedule-giveaways/ 

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A deckhand on “Deadliest Catch” died while fishing off the coast of Alaska last month: https://www.wilx.com/2026/03/03/deadliest-catch-crew-member-dies-25-during-filming-his-first-season/ 

6-year-old shot and killed while with 4 siblings inside van as mom went inside restaurant, investigators say A 6-year-old girl died after she was shot in her family's van, according to police.

6-year-old shot and killed while with 4 siblings inside van as mom went inside restaurant, investigators say
https://www.wilx.com/2026/03/03/6-year-old-shot-killed-while-with-4-siblings-inside-van-mom-went-inside-restaurant-investigators-say/ 

Faster Horses won’t return to Michigan International Speedway in 2026 The country music festival has been canceled for a second straight year.

Faster Horses won't return to Michigan International Speedway in 2026
https://www.wilx.com/2026/03/03/faster-horses-wont-return-michigan-international-speedway-2026/ 

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Georgia school shooting suspect’s father convicted of second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter: https://www.wilx.com/2026/03/03/jury-convicts-father-georgia-school-shooting-suspect/ 

Michigan “I Voted” sticker contest returns for November election The Michigan “I Voted” sticker contest is back for the November election, announced Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

The Michigan “I Voted” sticker contest is back for the November election, announced Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

Section of Lansing River Trail to close for bridge work A section of the Lansing River Trail will be closed starting Tuesday for bridge repairs, city officials said.

A section of the Lansing River Trail will be closed starting Tuesday for bridge repairs, city officials said.

Noem will testify in the Senate in her first appearance since 2 Minneapolis protesters’ deaths Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testifies in the Senate as backlash grows over deadly immigration enforcement actions tied to President Donald Trump's deportation push.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is set to testify Tuesday in the Senate, her first congressional appearance since the shooting deaths of two protesters in Minneapolis.

Punks with Lunch hosts ‘Warm Hearts, Warm Homes’ drive amid SNAP cuts Punks with Lunch and Michigan Families for Fair Care held the “Warm Hearts, Warm Homes” drive as major cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP benefits, take effect.

Punks with Lunch and Michigan Families for Fair Care held the “Warm Hearts, Warm Homes” drive as major cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP benefits, take effect.

Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, while hundreds are reported dead in Iran Iran has hit the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia with a drone strike as it keeps striking targets around the region, while the U.S. and Israel pound Iran with airstrikes.

Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, while hundreds are reported dead in Iran

New Michigan fishing licenses for 2026 season now available Michigan’s new fishing license and regulation season begins April 1, signaling the start of a new year for anglers across the state.

Michigan’s new fishing license and regulation season begins April 1, signaling the start of a new year for anglers across the state.

New toll scam text targets Michigan residents Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents about a new toll road scam circulating through text messages.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents about a new toll road scam circulating through text messages.

Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth The U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran add yet more question marks around a U.S. economy already buffeted by on-and-off tariffs, weak hiring, and lingering inflationary pressures.

The U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran add yet more question marks around a U.S. economy already buffeted by on-and-off tariffs.

Wharton Center announces 2026-27 Broadway Series lineup The Wharton Center has announced its 2026-27 Broadway Series lineup as part of its 45th season

The Wharton Center has announced its 2026-27 Broadway Series lineup as part of its 45th season

Lansing Police search for missing and endangered 76-year-old woman Gwendolynn Shack was last seen wearing a white thermal shirt, gray sweatpants and a maroon scarf.

The Lansing Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 76-year-old Gwendolynn Shack, who is considered missing and endangered.

Trump pushes back on mounting criticism about his Iran war battle plan as conflict spreads President Donald Trump is pushing back on criticism that he hasn’t done enough to explain why it was necessary to start a war with Iran now or to articulate his vision for an endgame to the escalating conflict.

Frustration comes from both sides as the conflict expands, energy prices surge, and the death toll rises in the Middle East.

This Day in Michigan History: Michigan drops highway speeds during energy crisis To conserve fuel during the 70s energy crisis, many states dropped top speeds to 55 miles an hour.

To conserve fuel during the 70s energy crisis, many states dropped top speeds to 55 miles an hour.

What The Tech? Seedtime app If you’ve ever planted too early, too late, or forgotten what you grew in a certain bed last year, you know gardening is more than just buying plants.

It’s not just a planting calendar. It’s a full garden planning system designed to help you organize your entire growing season from seed to harvest.

Experts say U.S., Iran conflict duration and local economic impact remain uncertain Michigan State University global relations expert Matt Zierler said U.S. involvement in Iran could extend well beyond the administration’s projected timeline.

“This could be, either one of those forever wars, or war like we saw in Afghanistan, where, yes, we can remove the leadership, but we can’t clearly predict what’s going to replace it,” a local expert told News 10.

Mid-Michigan Matters: Protecting yourself against PFAS According to the CDC, PFAS have contaminated over 11,000 sites and the water of over 2 million residents.

Sarah Allison with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services sits down with Taylor on this Mid-Michigan Matters to discuss how you can keep you and your family safe from PFAS.

21-year-old charged in crash that killed mother, 2 children A Pontiac man has been charged with multiple felonies in connection with an August crash that killed a woman and two of her children.

21-year-old Pontiac man charged in crash that killed mother and her 2 children.

City of Lansing distributes $70,000 for arts, culture projects Lansing Mayor Andy Schor announced that $70,000 has been awarded to several local arts and cultural organizations to support projects aimed at increasing vibrancy across the city.

Lansing Mayor Andy Schor announced that $70,000 has been awarded to several local arts and cultural organizations to support projects aimed at increasing vibrancy across the city.

Trump says Iran operations likely to last 4 to 5 weeks, but is prepared ‘to go far longer than that’ Iran and Iranian-backed militias have been firing missiles at Israel and Arab states, while Israel and the United States have been pounding targets in Iran.

The war in the Middle East spiraled further Monday as Israel and the U.S. pounded Iran.

Local McDonald’s donates Shamrock Shakes to children’s hospital staff Ronald McDonald House Mid-Michigan and local McDonald’s owners will deliver a sweet treat Monday to the staff at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow.

Ronald McDonald House Mid-Michigan and local McDonald’s owners will deliver a sweet treat Monday to the staff at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow.

Consumers Energy offers winter heating help to seniors Consumers Energy is stepping up efforts to help seniors who may be struggling with rising heating costs during the winter months.

Consumers Energy is stepping up efforts to help seniors who may be struggling with rising heating costs during the winter months.

Man killed in two-vehicle rollover crash in Gratiot County Police are investigating a two-vehicle rollover crash that killed a man Sunday morning in North Star Township.

Police are investigating a two-vehicle rollover crash that killed a man Sunday morning in North Star Township.

Whitmer declares March Reading Month in Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared March as Reading Month, highlighting literacy as a key priority amid ongoing struggles with reading proficiency in Michigan.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared March as Reading Month, highlighting literacy as a key priority amid ongoing struggles with reading proficiency in Michigan.

4th service member dies from injuries in Iran operation Four U.S. service members have been killed during the U.S. attacks on Iran, the military announced Monday morning.

4th service member dies from injuries in Iran operation.