Watch Live: Memorial for Lansing firefighter held at Breslin Center

Watch Live: Memorial for Lansing firefighter held at Breslin Center

Change remains a constant in East Lansing's downtown business corridor

East Lansing resident aims to bring joy to the town with his monkey-decorated van

The monkey machine, referred to affectionately by 50-year-old resident of East Lansing and owner of the vehicle Mike Reeve, has become a common site for MSU students and East Lansing residents alike.

MSU students and professors recognize the significance of social media and the Millennial vote

Social media has forever changed the way people interact, socially and especially politically. The Millennial generation, comprised of those born between the years of 1984 and 2004, represent the bulk of those who use social media. They also represent the present and future of the general electorate.

Football is back and so are mounted officers

Welcome Week and game days at MSU can be hectic times, complete with students excited to return to school and elated to watch their football teams pummel opponents.

Local restaurants face uphill struggles

After the closures of Woody’s Oasis and other restaurants earlier this year, many students mourn the loss of beloved local eateries that have fueled them throughout their tenure at MSU.

Former MSU student arraigned on murder charge after striking a firefighter with his car

A former MSU student was arraigned Thursday afternoon on a murder charge after allegedly striking a firefighter with his vehicle, the Lansing State Journal is reporting.

Spartan Statue vandalized with U of M colors

Spartan Statue was vandalized by University of Michigan fans late last night or early this morning, according to an MSU spokesperson. 

What to expect from CATA on Saturday

Spartan fans will be abound this weekend as students, faculty, and residents gather to cheer on our football team against Oregon.

Groundbreaking for the new Spartan Village complex tomorrow at 3

Groundbreaking for the housing complex that will replace Spartan Village Apartments will take place this Friday at 3 p.m. on the corner of Kalamazoo St. and Harrison road, across from the Breslin Center.

MSU students and Vemma affiliates react to FTC's claims

The FTC  requested that a federal court halt the operations of Vemma Nutrition Company on the basis that it is existing as a pyramid scheme. 

Ordinance to ban recreational use of roofs has yet to be discussed

No progress has been made on the forming the work group with the purpose of discussing and making a recommendation to East Lansing City Council regarding an ordinance that has potential to ban recreational use of roofs in East Lansing.

Suspect wanted by ELPD for criminal sexual conduct arrested in Los Angeles

A suspect wanted by the East Lansing Police Department for six counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) was arrested in Los Angeles, California on Friday by the United States Marshals Service, according to an ELPD statement.  The suspect is 26-year-old Mikael Alexandre Frutin. They have been investigating the case since July of 2014 after he was accused of having an illicit sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl. He was the girl's gymnastics instructor at Red Cedar Gymnastics in Delhi Township however the statement said none of the alleged crimes happened there. After becoming aware of the investigation, Frutin fled the state and ELPD worked with the Michigan State Police Fugitive Team to track him down.

Velvet Candy Store to have grand opening Saturday

An official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Velvet A Candy Store will take place Saturday at 11 a.m.

$1 burritos at Pancheros Mexican Grill from 2 to 4 p.m.

Looking for a cheap place to go for lunch today?  Pancheros Mexican Grill at 125 E. Grand River Ave.

Crowd-funding campaign seeks to revamp two popular East Lansing alleys

The city of East Lansing and residents have come together to create a second crowdfunding campaign over just the last month.

7 things you need to know about how MSU mishandled sexual assault cases

7 things that everyone should know about the U.S. Office of Civil Rights investigation into MSU's handling of sexual assault, violence and harassment. 

City council repeals law used to suppress political speech

An ordinance approved at Tuesday night's city council meeting repealed a portion of the city code dealing with handbills and bill posting that had been the subject of controversy at the Great Lakes Folk Fest in early August.  Councilmember Ruth Beier, Triplett and Yeadon all agreed that the repealed portion of the code was subject to misinterpretation and miscommunication.

Free Pizza Day at Goombas Pizza for first 100 people

Craving pizza? How about free pizza? This Thursday Goombas is hosting its 3rd annual Free Pizza Day from 5 to 6 PM. The first 100 people in line by 6 PM will receive a hot, fresh pizza for free!

East Lansing floodings not a sign of dysfunctional sewer system

Despite heavy downfalls plaguing city sewer systems in the past month, East Lansing officials said there is nothing unusual about it.  More than 3.6 inches of rain bombarded the city during the aforementioned week, and caused problems for both students and residents alike. East Lansing Director of Public Works Scott House said the sewer system in East Lansing does not seem to hold as much water as it needed to during a period of heavy rainfall or flash floods.  "In that type of event you’re exceeding the design capacity for the system, meaning that the pipe can only handle so much," House said. "The rest will sheet flow so that will typically seek low ground where it will pool or find an opening where it will convey through." MSU Infrastructure Administrator Ron Lacasse  mentioned detention basins play a major role in lessening the overall effect that a flood has on an area.