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The Lansing Area Veterans Coalition is hosting HeroFest, a free family celebration honoring Mid-Michigan's veterans and first responders. The event takes place at the Schmidt Community Center on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees can enjoy local vendors and kids' activities.
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The Lansing Police Department has been conducting extra patrols along the Lansing River Trail following multiple deaths of homeless men over the summer. Authorities are investigating five individuals found apparently beaten or stabbed along the trail over the last 11 months. A suspect connected to one death is reportedly in custody.
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The Lansing Police Department released video and updates regarding a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred on September 23. The incident involved Zachary Dunn, who was found by police after a 911 call about a man with a handgun. Six officers have been placed on leave as Michigan State Police investigate the event.
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The Lansing Police Department stated that a firearm recovered from Zachary Dunn, who was fatally shot last month, was not a real gun. Footage shows officers pleading with the man near Jolly Road before shots were fired after he ran and pointed the apparent weapon at police.
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