MSU
MSU is requiring vaccines, masks for students, faculty and staff
MSU is requiring students, staff and faculty get vaccinated and wear masks indoors during the first few weeks of school.
MICHIGAN
Fry Fest: The State News' ranking of the best fries in East Lansing
Nine orders of fries from nine East Lansing restaurants: What will come out on top?
SPORTS
Aaron Henry signed by Philadelphia 76ers following NBA Draft
Henry, who skipped his senior season at MSU for the draft, was one of the first players signed following the conclusion of the second round.
MICHIGAN
After a long history of gerrymandering, Michigan starts to take action with a redistricting commission
"There is a long-standing history of gerrymandering in American politics,” Democratic Lansing State Rep. Sarah Anthony said. “Ultimately, gerrymandering has rigged the game in terms of silencing voters, and it has really allowed elected officials to act without much accountability, and draw districts in their own favor.”
MICHIGAN
Thousands of jobs await students on campus
Career Services Director of Employer Relations and Communications Karin Hanson said on-campus jobs are flexible with class schedules, easy to get to, offer great compensation and can complement their major to further enhance their skills.
MICHIGAN
ICHD announces recommendations following a rise in COVID-19 cases
Currently, Ingham County has 188 active cases, with roughly 25 new cases per million people. On June 19th, there were on average 5 cases per million people. That's roughly a 500% increase from June 19 to July 19.
COMMENTARY
Letter from the editor: Times are changing, but we’ll always figure it out
I may not be able to ease your anxieties, and I may not be able to tell you if this is what's best, because even after 17 months, there are unknowns about COVID-19. But I can tell you this: No matter what happens next, The State News has you covered.
ICE HOCKEY
2021-22 Men's Hockey season tickets on sale
MSU Mens Hockey Tickets are available for purchase.
MSU
Students looking to relax or get some exercise can visit campus natural areas
MSU students looking for a way to relax or get a workout can utilize one of MSU's many campus natural areas.
MICHIGAN
Weather warning in Lansing and surrounding areas
Heavy winds and rainfall expected in the Lansing area tonight to tomorrow morning. Residents are recommended to take extra safety precautions.
SPORTS
Students, advocates support Simone Biles after withdrawing from the Olympics
Biles, a member of the United States' Olympic gymnastics team, withdrew from the women’s gymnastics team final Tuesday night due to mental health concerns.
SPORTS
Column: MSU Athletes, East Lansing businesses should consider local NIL Deals
Businesses near campus rely heavily on business from students, and an effective ad campaign with the student-athletes from MSU will help increase the awareness of the business with students who can easily recognize the stars from MSU.
MSU
Must sees: All the East Lansing hot spots you need to try when you get to MSU
Before classes begin and the majority of your days are spent behind a computer screen or in a lecture hall, here are a few things you should do the moment you step on campus.
MICHIGAN
EL Mayor Aaron Stephens reflects on his year in office, considers next steps
Although he is moving away, Stephens said that East Lansing is home to him and that he thinks he’ll return at some point. He described being the mayor of East Lansing during a pandemic as the most stressful job, but also the best job in the world.
MSU
Four college friends' children start at MSU years later
Over 30 years after their graduation from MSU, three out of the four of these Spartans will have a child at MSU, following in their footsteps.
COMMENTARY
Editorial: The University should require COVID-19 vaccines
There’s still time to support student safety. We’d much rather require students to be vaccinated than see another outbreak that results in another year of virtual learning. Now is the time to be proactive, MSU. Do the right thing.
MICHIGAN
Why Ingham County is experiencing a hot, rain-filled summer
According to Global Change, large urban areas, like East Lansing, have more challenges related to heat than in surrounding rural areas because of the release of heat from buildings, vehicles and industries.
MICHIGAN
Apartment caught on fire at the Hub in East Lansing, building evacuated
ELFD Captain Mark Koonter said that the fire remained contained to the original apartment and no one was injured while the building was evacuated.
MICHIGAN
CATA gives free rides to voters for primary election
The Capital Area Transportation Authority, CATA, will be providing system-wide free rides to voters in the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 3. CATA recommends booking Redi-Ride trips no later than Aug. 2.
FOOTBALL
Tucker, MSU Football riding offseason momentum into the 2021 season
Tucker’s sense of urgency has been on full display throughout the 2021 offseason after the Spartans finished a mediocre 2-5 in 2020. The roster was not up to his standards in terms of talent in his eyes, which prompted Tucker to bring in 34 new faces via the 2021 recruiting class and the transfer portal to infuse talent into the roster immediately.