© 2025 Michigan State University Board of Trustees
Public Media from Michigan State University
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Homeless Angels spruce up new Lansing Township digs

Mike Kark photo
Scott Pohl
/
WKAR
Mike Karl in front of the Burkewood Inn, the new home of the Homeless Angels.

A group working with Lansing’s homeless population is moving from a southside hotel to a new facility in Lansing Township. Current State's Scott Pohl talks with Mike Karl of the Homeless Angels about the move and what it means to people seeking shelter in the area.

Mike Karl is committed to helping the homeless of Lansing. His organization the Homeless Angels just wrapped up two-and-a-half years at the Magnuson Hotel on the south side, providing shelter and opportunities to the homeless.

The Homeless Angels are now sprucing up a new facility, and Current State's Scott Pohl paid a visit to the Burkewood Inn on Lansing Road.

Scott Pohl has maintained an on-call schedule reporting for WKAR following his retirement after 36 years on the air at the station.
Related Content
Local journalism matters—and it’s at risk.


WKAR brings you trusted news, without barriers—no paywalls, no corporate spin. But now, federal funding that helps make it all possible is on the chopping block. Your support is more important than ever. Stand up for independent journalism in mid-Michigan—make your gift today.