Power Restoration Nearing Completion Following Michigan Storms; Other Top Stories Across Mid-Michigan

LANSING, MI — Thousands of Michiganders remain without power Monday morning following last week’s severe weather, but utility companies say full restoration is within sight. As of early today, approximately 15,000 Consumers Energy customers and 1,100 Lansing Board of Water and Light (BWL) customers were still in the dark. Both utilities are working to finalize restoration efforts following Thursday night’s storms.

WILS 1320 is expected to provide updates throughout the day, including interviews with BWL General Manager Dick Peffley and Consumers Energy spokesperson Brian Wheeler.

Kalamazoo County Declares State of Emergency After Tornado

In the wake of the storm, Kalamazoo County has declared a state of emergency after an EF0 tornado briefly touched down in the city of Galesburg. The declaration will allow officials to mobilize more resources for recovery efforts.

Lansing City Council to Review Mayor’s $307M Budget Proposal

The Lansing City Council is set to consider Mayor Andy Schor’s proposed $307 million budget for fiscal year 2026 at its meeting tonight. The spending plan prioritizes public safety, road improvements, and city employee benefits. Mayor Schor is expected to discuss the budget live this morning on WILS.

Tragedy in Jackson County: Two Separate Incidents Leave One Dead

An elderly man was found dead in a river near Gardner Road in Parma on Saturday. Authorities believe the man may have slipped or suffered a medical emergency while attempting to free a tractor from the water.

In a separate incident, a shooting early Saturday morning in Summit Township left one man dead and three others injured. Jackson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a home on Lincoln Court just after midnight. The deceased has been identified as 44-year-old Anthony Owens Jr. The three other victims were transported to Henry Ford Hospital in Jackson. Their conditions have not yet been released. The investigation is ongoing.

Gas Prices Climb Across Michigan

Gas prices are on the rise again. AAA Michigan reports the average price per gallon in the Lansing area has reached $3.28 — a 22-cent increase from last week. The statewide average is now $3.17, up 11 cents. AAA spokesperson Adrienne Woodland is expected to provide further insights later this morning.

Weekend Events: Art Festival and Armed Forces Rally Draw Crowds

The 62nd Annual East Lansing Art Festival drew art lovers to the city over the weekend. The two-day event featured live music, visual art displays, and a wide variety of food and crafts from local vendors.

Meanwhile, dozens gathered Saturday at the Lansing Veterans Affairs Clinic for an Armed Forces Day rally. Attendees protested recent cuts to the Veterans Affairs Department, calling for stronger support for the nation’s veterans.

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