MICHIGAN
MSU Trump supporters reflect on the president's Lansing visit
“A Trump rally is kind of like a combination of a political event and a rock concert,” 2003 MSU alumnus Chris Farmer said.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing outdoor gatherings limited to 10 people before Halloween, U of M game
Based on the health department's observations and previous citations under prior orders, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said stricter gathering limits are necessary.
MICHIGAN
Judge strikes down open-carry firearm ban at polls, Nessel issues emergency appeal
Michigan Judge Christopher Murray reversed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's directive banning open-carry firearms at or within 100 feet of Michigan polling stations.
MICHIGAN
Health official cites concern over Trump's rally, upcoming football game
“We politicized viruses, we politicized mask wearing. Our president has clearly not been pleased with our governor and the president also is rather reckless with regard to COVID and COVID precautions that are recommended broadly across the public health community as well as amongst the scientific community,” Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said.
MICHIGAN
First-time voters share their motivations to vote in the upcoming election
Citizens from the age of 18 to 64 work to make their voices heard by registering to vote. They explain why voting is important to them.
MICHIGAN
Stolen Peace Pole anonymously returned
ELPD agreed not to investigate if the pole was returned to the park. As the Peace Pole was anonymously returned, ELPD will not investigate who stole it.
MICHIGAN
Local religious groups adapt as the COVID-19 pandemic continues
The pandemic may have limited religious groups from providing a typical sense of community but these groups are coming up with creative solutions during stressful times.
MSU
Landlord discusses investing in property
Investing in property in East Lansing can be worth the investment, but realtors recommend becoming familiar with the regulations of East Lansing and seeking advice from experts.
MICHIGAN
Trump hosts campaign rally in Lansing
During his rally, President Donald Trump boasted of his “three-point” lead in the state stating “right now we’re leading almost everywhere.” However, according to the polls, Biden currently holds the lead on both the state and national levels. In Michigan, Biden is currently up by nine points over Trump.
MICHIGAN
Absent voter turnout significantly higher than 2016 election
Ingham County has issued over 93,000 absent voter ballots for this election, and 60,771 of them have been returned, as of Oct. 20. Currently, the county holds a 64.8% ballot return rate.
MICHIGAN
How to stay safe and cast your ballot this election season
Whether voting early or going to the polls, East Lansing city officials recommend numerous ways to vote safely this election amid a global pandemic.
MICHIGAN
Michigan State students weigh in on the upcoming presidential election
In a survey from The State News, Michigan State student respondents expressed their overwhelming support for former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in the upcoming election.
MICHIGAN
The Hub residents reflect on inaccurate Google reviews
Former and current residents of the Hub on Campus East Lansing share their experiences and issues of living in the apartment complex. Residents said the Hub incentivized the Google reviews.
MICHIGAN
Violent call to Rep. Elissa Slotkin traced to an Ingham County minor
The voicemail left at Slotkin's campaign headquarters used "threatening, sexually explicit and violent language," the statement said. The voicemail also included a threat to "shoot my way to victory."
MICHIGAN
7 gathering citations issued on game day
Prior to the game, Michigan State University Police took a firm stance against tailgating. Despite several warnings from local authorities, parties ensued at seven locations on game day. Each gathering was issued a $500 fine, according to ELPD Deputy Chief Steve Gonzalez.
MICHIGAN
Officials remind community of COVID-19 orders in places as football season begins
“MSU remains committed to working with our partners across Grand River and within our community to limit the spread of COVID-19. Together, we are urging Spartans near and far to cheer safely and follow all public health guidelines on game day and every day," MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said in the release.
NEWS
ELPD searches for stolen Peace Pole
The tall, wooden pole is one of more than 200,000 worldwide. It features the message "may peace prevail on Earth" in 12 different languages.
MICHIGAN
MDHHS issues statement providing guidelines for holiday travel
MDHHS said in the statement that the greatest way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the holidays is to remain home and not venture out to get-togethers.
MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer sounds the alarm on rising COVID-19 cases in Michigan
Whitmer also warned against believing in herd immunity when fighting the coronavirus, calling it inhumane.
MICHIGAN
Recent Whitmer kidnapping plot renews calls to ban firearms in Michigan Capitol
The drive to ban firearms in the building has been incited since April, when armed protesters stormed the Capitol in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's strict lockdown measures during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.