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Several chairs are sitting behind a brown desk with microphones on it. There is a teal blue wall with a clock. Underneath is white text that says "City of Ypsilanti", then a big Y in an oval, and under that is the text "Pride. Diversity. Heritage."

Ypsilanti City Council to hold 2nd reading for 3 new ordinances at April 7 meeting

By AnnaBelle Favre · Tuesday, April 7, 2026

The Ypsilanti City Council passed the first reading of three proposed ordinances during its meeting March 17, 2026.

A line graph showing the following percentage turnouts by year: 14.2% in 2014, 11.2% in 2015, 10.8% in 2016, 6.8% in 2019, 2.8% in 2020, 1.6% in 2021, 1.9% in 2022, 4.1% in 2023, 9.3% in 2024, 5.4% in 2025 and 12% in 2026.

Voter turnout in 2026 Student Government election highest on record since 2014

By Laura Meriweather · Tuesday, April 7, 2026

A building with a red-and-blue-brick entrance. Extending from the right side of the entrance is a long gray-colored section of the building. Several green trees frame the entrance to the building, and there is green grass in the foreground of the photo. Overhead, the sky is blue, and there is a rainbow visible over the building.

What's the Move? April 7-13

By Allie Beecher · Tuesday, April 7, 2026

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Sports

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | April 7-13

By Darrell Justice · Monday, April 6, 2026

News

Ypsilanti Township strengthens opposition to data center as U-M confirms land purchase

By Laura Meriweather · Monday, April 6, 2026

Sports

Eastern Michigan wins the Silicon Valley Showcase

By Darrell Justice · Sunday, April 5, 2026

Tennis

Eastern Michigan takes on the Ball State Cardinals

By Darrell Justice · Sunday, April 5, 2026

News

The entrance to the EMU Student Center is via several concrete steps. The Student Center exterior is made of red brick, and its glass doors are framed.

Eastern Michigan University receives F rating for free speech

By AnnaBelle Favre · Friday, April 3, 2026

Eastern Michigan University updates campus parking, changes effective immediately

By AnnaBelle Favre · Thursday, April 2, 2026

Eastern Echo Hall of Fame to induct EMU alum, sports journalist Larry O'Connor

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, April 2, 2026

Sports

Pitcher mid-toss at outdoor baseball game. Two players stand crouching in the background, one from each team.

Rockets' red glare: Eastern Michigan baseball swept by Toledo as win streak ends

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, April 5, 2026

Eagles make history: Henry’s career day leads EMU lacrosse to first-ever win over CMU

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, April 5, 2026

EMU rowing’s 3V8+ topples Michigan State for first time since 2018

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, April 5, 2026

Arts & Entertainment

Poster for Ypsilanti Shape Note Singing. Music notes are centered between blue text above and below them.

Shape Note Singing: An ancestral tradition open to all in Ypsilanti

By Gray Connor · Thursday, April 2, 2026

Crystal Skull Studio creates an inclusive environment for self-expression through hair

By AnnaBelle Favre · Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Roots Artist of the Month: Chloé Gray business owner, role model and dancer

By Carol Detary · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Opinions

The WellNest Watch: Running on empty; America’s public health workforce crisis and what it will cost us next time

By Shafaat Ali Choyon · Sunday, April 5, 2026

The WellNest Watch: Racism in health care: How strengthened public health systems influence policy and health care access for racial minorities

By Ebrima Jobarteh · Sunday, March 29, 2026

The WellNest Watch: Mixed messages, real costs; how confusing health communication is making America sicker and poorer

By Shafaat Ali Choyon · Sunday, March 22, 2026

Eastern Michigan University receives F rating for free speech

Joel Hamami stands in front of the ordering counter, which says, "STUFD" on the front. In the background there are branded T-shirts and menu item photos.

The Echo Q&A Series: STUFD owner Joel Hamami creates laid-back college grub

A weather-damaged flyer stuck to an electrical transformer on EMU's campus depicts a data center monster surrounded by the words "down with the data center."

Ypsilanti Township strengthens opposition to data center as U-M confirms land purchase

What's the Move? April 7-13

The Echo Q&A Series: Astronomy instructor enjoys sharing the stars

Eastern Michigan wins the Silicon Valley Showcase

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Print Edition: April 7 2026

Latest Podcast

Host Caroline Buxton interviews MFA candidate Adam Weisman about playwriting, environmentalism, theatre for young audiences, and bringing them all together in his upcoming final project performance.

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Race weekend for EMU's track and field team

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