Lansing Elections — We Don't Endorse; We Report @lansingjournal

Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

View the full video: youtu.be/qgxsQg8V46w

As our reporting expands, we want to make sure Lansing Journal readers understand how we approach political reporting and political advertising.

In the full video, Publisher Melanie Jongsma explains:
• Why The Lansing Journal does not endorse candidates
• How we provide equal opportunity for coverage
• What happens when candidates choose not to respond
• What's up with political advertising in The Lansing Journal

If you have questions about our election coverage or advertising policies, contact Melanie Jongsma at mjongsma@thelansingjournal.org

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$The Lansing Journal Weekly Update: March 13, 2026 The Lansing Journals YouTube channel is being sponsored this month by Lansing Christian School, Melanie Jongsmas alma mater! A solid, faith-based education prepares you for plans you haven’t even dreamed of yet, and it teaches you that we each have a role to play in making the world better. Lansing Christian School helped make me the person I am today, says Melanie. See what they can do for the kids in your life. Lansing Christian School: • 3660 Randolph Street, Lansing, IL 60438 • (708) 474-1700 • https://www.facebook.com/LansingChristianSchool/ • https://lansingchristian.org Its Friday, March 13, 2026. Heres all the news you may have missed this week. Timestamps: 00:00 - Sponsorship message 00:25 - Introduction 00:52 - 6-year plea deal extended to former Thornton Fractional coach accused of sexually assaulting student: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/12/6-year-plea-deal-extended-to-thornton-fractional-coach-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-student/ 01:38 - Increased traffic enforcement 01:56 - Lansing native turns pet project from dental school into children’s book: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/07/lansing-native-turns-pet-project-from-dental-school-into-childrens-book/ 02:33 - TF South boys basketball looks to future after 9-21 season: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/12/sports-roundup-tf-south-boys-basketball-looks-to-future-after-9-21-season/ 02:53 - Oak Glen Elementary basketball teams honored at Lansing Village Board meeting: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/11/oak-glen-elementary-basketball-teams-honored-at-lansing-village-board-meeting/ 03:09 - Lansing School District 158 committee reviews policies at special meeting: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/11/lansing-school-district-158-committee-reviews-policies-at-special-meeting/ 03:25 - Daycare seeks special-use permit to operate out of Lighthouse Community Church in Lansing: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/08/daycare-seeks-special-use-permit-to-operate-out-of-lighthouse-community-church-in-lansing/ 03:43 - Village events, updates discussed at Lansing chamber luncheon: https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/03/13/village-events-updates-discussed-at-lansing-chamber-luncheon/ 04:07 - Election Day is Tuesday: https://thelansingjournal.org/category/march-17-2026-primaries/ 05:52 - Upcoming coverage Make sure you receive all the local news The Lansing Journal publishes, not just the videos! 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Visit the Donate page on our website to make a tax-deductible donation: https://thelansingjournal.org/donate Every dollar goes directly into the journalism and helps support this local newspaper as we serve our community. MISSION The Lansing Journal is the only newspaper in Lansing, Illinois. Our mission is Building Community, and we fulfill that mission by keeping our diverse community informed and connected through local independent news that is freely accessible. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1$ $Lan Oak Park District questions, Lansing OKs liquor license Your Weekly Update: May 29, 2026 LANSING, Ill. — Its Friday, May 29, 2026. Meredith Shamburger gives a weekly roundup of news published at The Lansing Journal in a new video. 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Subscribe to The Lansing Journals Daily News email: https://thelansingjournal.org/subscribe-from-youtube Is there something specific youd like us to make a video of? Email info@thelansingjournal.org to let us know. The questionable politics of Thornton Township Supervisors Tiffany Henyard and now Napoleon Harris brought new viewers and subscribers to our channel, and we appreciate their interest in our local politics. But most of the news that happens in Lansing and other parts of Thornton Township is much less dramatic, though just as important. The Lansing Journal serves a diverse community and offers a diverse range of news — stories that are often overlooked by larger media. If you are interested in what local news looks like, subscribe to The Lansing Journal: • Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1 • Our Daily News email: https://thelansingjournal.org/subscribe-from-youtube We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit newsroom, and we depend on support from viewers and readers in order to provide the journalism our community deserves. Visit the Donate page on our website to make a tax-deductible donation: https://thelansingjournal.org/donate/ Every dollar goes directly into the journalism and helps support this local newspaper as we serve our community. MISSION The Lansing Journal is the only newspaper in Lansing, Illinois. Our mission is Building Community, and we fulfill that mission by keeping our diverse community informed and connected through local independent news that is freely accessible. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1$

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