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Arjun Thakkar

Arjun Thakkar

Politics & Civics Reporter at WKAR-TV

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  • Politics

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Mid-Michigan races to address a regional and statewide housing shortage

Studies estimate that mid-Michigan needs 7,500 new housing units to meet demand. That's forcing Lansing area officials to get creative with how they build more homes.
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The Ovation to bring music and entertainment to downtown Lansing in...

Officials unveiled a new design for the Ovation Center for Music and Arts. The site will serve as a hub for concerts, film screenings and other performances.
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Ingham County could grant its employees paid parental leave

Ingham County is exploring how to implement a new policy to grant paid time off to employees who become parents.
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More than 500 workers at Eaton aerospace facility in Jackson on strike

UAW Local 475 workers at Eaton walked off the job Monday after failing to reach an agreement with the company. The union said it's fighting to give employees a better work-life balance.
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East Lansing group campaigns against proposal to modify housing rules

East Lansing voters will weigh in this fall on a ballot proposal to change city housing rules. Some residents are organizing against the measure.
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What impact could tomorrow's presidential debate have on the election?

Experts say presidential debates typically don't have a major effect on the election, but this year's campaign is unconventional with the change to the Democratic ticket.
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Residents cite affordability, climate concerns with BWL's proposed ...

The Lansing Board of Water and Light said the average customer will pay $11 more on their monthly bills under the rate hike. Multiple residents told the utility they can't afford the increase.
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Michigan DNR allows for e-bikes on state trails

The order allows e-bikes on mountain bike paths and other natural surface trails. Officials say the change makes trails accessible for individuals with limited mobility.
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Cyclists concerned with safety along Michigan Avenue redesign

Lansing is repaving the road to include sidewalks with a separate section for bikes. But some riders worry the change could increase crashes with pedestrians.
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Developer proposes senior housing to rehabilitate historic Lansing ...

Constructed in 1912, the Genesee Street School served students for more than 70 years. Developers want to preserve the structure and create 54 housing units there.
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Jackson County makes third attempt for tax increase to fund aging jail

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners moved Monday to place a jail operations millage on the November ballot. Voters rejected two previous attempts to fund the jail in recent elections.