MEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU men's basketball team experiments with lineups in crucial win over Southern Indiana

DeShawn Johnson

November 10, 2023

After a tough opening night loss to James Madison, the Michigan State men’s basketball team found a way to win its first game of the season. Following the loss to JMU, head coach Tom Izzo admitted he was disappointed with some of the leaders in the starting lineup and could potentially look into some changes in the lineups in the games following. 

SOCIAL JUSTICE

'Stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine': Professors, student leaders urge MSU community to take action

PJ Pfeiffer

November 10, 2023

Students supporting Palestinians said they plan to continue fighting, protesting and calling state representatives and urging them to a ceasefire.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Michigan State men's basketball records first win of the season against Southern Indiana, 74-51

Thomas Cobb

November 9, 2023

Fresh off a soul-crushing overtime loss to James Madison on the opening night of the 2023-2024 men’s basketball season, Michigan State rediscovered its identity against Southern Indiana Thursday night. 

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MSU board says no secret votes led to Nassar docs decision

Alex Walters

November 9, 2023

In sworn affidavits, all eight MSU trustees say while they did meet “informally” in April to discuss releasing the documents relating to the university’s handling of disgraced ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar, there were no votes or formal actions taken at the closed-door meeting.

ICE HOCKEY

Preview: Michigan State hockey kicks off their first Big Ten home series against Penn State for a thrilling weekend

Madilynn Warden

November 9, 2023

After its first Big Ten road sweep since 2016, the Michigan State hockey team is ready to travel home for its first Big Ten home series against Penn State.

FOOTBALL

Preview: MSU football trying to build win streak against No. 3 OSU

Nick Lundberg

November 9, 2023

After defeating Nebraska last weekend for their first win of the Big Ten season and the Harlon Barnett area, Michigan State football will travel to Columbus to take on one of the top teams in the country, the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

Hundreds gather at MI Capitol for Michigan Right to Life's 'March for Life' protest

PJ Pfeiffer

November 9, 2023

Walking along the outskirts of the Michigan Capitol building, hundreds of anti-abortion supporters and activists joined together in a “March for Life" rally, hosted and organized by Michigan Right to Life, at noon today. The rally was arranged to be held a year after the 2022 Ballot Proposal 3, or the Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative, which placed the right to abortion care into Michigan constitutional law, was passed. Earlier Wednesday morning, Right to Life filed a lawsuit against Proposal 3, arguing that the abortion access violates federal constitutional rights. 

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU women's basketball wins season opener against Oakland in 25-point victory

Jania Clowers

November 8, 2023

In the 2023-2024 season opener, and regular season debut of head coach Robyn Fralick Michigan State women’s basketball defeated the Oakland Golden Grizzlies 87-62.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU men's basketball welcomes new 2024 recruits during early signing period

Brad LaPlante

November 8, 2023

As the No. 4-ranked Michigan State Spartans attempt to move on from their opening-season 79-76 upset suffered against James Madison, head coach Tom Izzo on the MSU basketball team officially welcomed the 2024 class Wednesday on National Signing Day

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MSU College of Education seniors want to make their voices heard in the face of miscommunication

Liam Clymer

November 8, 2023

College of Education students navigate a change in their program while facing communication issues from coordinators.

COMMUNITY

The Allen Farmers Market: A source of year-round local produce

Kyle O'Connor

November 8, 2023

The Allen Farmers Market of Lansing serves to be a source of autumn commerce.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

'I hope they respond by being ticked off': MSU men's basketball faces opportunity to rebound from historic upset

Thomas Cobb

November 8, 2023

Michigan State men’s basketball’s second game of the 2023-2024 season against Southern Indiana looks a lot different after Monday night, when the No. 4-ranked Spartans were shocked by James Madison University in overtime to open the year.

PODCASTS

Houselights: I just don't get it

You know, if we understood everything, we'd be too powerful right? For this episode, hosts Liz Nass and Jaden Beard brought on The State News staff member Claire Donohoe to talk about some things they just don't understand. "Like, how does printing work? Especially WIRELESS printing, lol." 

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Community vigil held, MSU Rock painted to honor former Humphrey Fellow Tariq Thabet

Ridhima Kodali

November 8, 2023

Michigan State University's Students United for Palestine and the Arab Cultural Society held a vigil at the Rock for former Humphrey Fellow Tariq Thabet. Several organizers and community members spoke at the vigil to commemorate Thabet, who was killed by an Israeli bombing in Central Gaza City. 

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‘Take that power back’: Students react to Berkey Hall reopening next semester

Willow Symonds

November 8, 2023

Berkey Hall will reopen for classes in the spring 2024 semester, though classrooms directly affected by the Feb. 13 shooting will stay closed for now. With students currently choosing classes for next semester, they are faced with the decision of whether to select classes in Berkey.

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MSU announces external firm to investigate board chair Vassar's actions

Owen McCarthy

November 7, 2023

MSU announced that the external law firm Miller & Chevalier will conduct the investigation into trustee Brianna Scott’s allegations that board chair Rema Vassar violated board bylaws and university policies. 

PODCASTS

All Shades of Chocolate: Get on your dang Zoom!

We're back guys! With the return, hosts Shakyra Mabone, Jada Vasser and Anthony Brinson III have some amazing news to share towards the end of the episode. We're also going to talk about productivity during this time of the year, overcoming hardships and getting through things the best way we know how.

FOOTBALL

MSU Football looks to ride momentum to avoid another blowout loss to top ranked opponent

Jacob Smith

November 7, 2023

The Michigan State Football team has been riding high since Saturday night where they picked up their first victory since September to snap a six game losing streak as they defeated Nebraska 20-17. The victory was celebrated, but it's back to work immediately come a new week. The Spartans have a tall task ahead of them in their upcoming game against No. 1 ranked Ohio State as they look to keep their momentum going in the last few weeks of the season.

BUSINESS

It's a hit: Willie Nelson's line of cannabis nearly sells out following its debut in Michigan

Kayla Nelsen

November 7, 2023

The Michigan cannabis market has been rock n’ rolled by country singer Willie Nelson after his line of products, Willie’s Reserve, nearly sold out at all 15 dispensaries across the state after the product’s launch on Oct. 25.

MICHIGAN

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer considers amending Michigan constitution amid Vassar allegations: What would that process look like?

Jaden Beard

November 7, 2023

Whitmer is considering changing the general statewide election process for three universities so that the universities' trustees would acquire their position on the Board of Trustees by governor appointment only.