FOOTBALL
Big Ten to cancel fall sports, according to reports
The Big Ten appears to be the first Power Five conference to cancel fall sports.
MICHIGAN
Masks to now be required in all outdoor, public areas in Downtown EL
The new requirement does not apply to individuals who are younger than five years old; those who cannot medically tolerate a mask; those who are eating or drinking while seated at a table/food service establishment; those who are exercising, when wearing a face covering would interfere in the activity; or those who are at a polling location for purposes of voting in an election, according to the release.
MSU
Stanley provides update on chief diversity officer search, Task Force on Racial Equity members announced
More than 70 potential candidates were considered during the search for the chief diversity officer, and seven finalists will interview in late July before narrowing down to four candidates.
FOOTBALL
Michigan State starting right tackle Jordan Reid opts-out of 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns
Reid is the second MSU football player to opt-out of the 2020 football season.
MICHIGAN
Lansing hosts 2nd community input webinar focused on Lansing Police Department budget
These webinars are a part of Lansing Mayor Andy Schor’s Racial Justice and Equity Community Action Plan, which includes three phases of both long-term and short-term steps. The final webinar is scheduled for Aug. 20.
MICHIGAN
Frank Dedvukaj charged in fatal moped crash involving Michigan State student
The driver was charged with operating while intoxicated. His preliminary exam conference is scheduled for Aug. 20.
FOOTBALL
'Hit the field running' is the mantra for Michigan State football heading into 2020
Michigan State takes its first step in beginning the 2020 football season by starting fall camp Friday, Aug. 7.
FOOTBALL
Preview of Michigan State football's key games in conference-only schedule
If everything goes to plan, the Mel Tucker era will begin on Sept. 5 against Minnesota.
MICHIGAN
Election recap: Results from the Ingham County primary election
Of Ingham County's 207,839 registered voters, 32.21% took to the polls — or an absent voter ballot dropbox — to cast their votes on partisan offices for U.S. congressional seats all the way down to state legislature and county positions.
NEWS
Houselights: A review of 'Folklore'
This week on Houselights Karly Graham sits down with Kaishi Chhabra and Emily Bevard to discuss Taylor Swift's newest album "Folklore."
ALUMNI
Alum hellos, good-byes punctuate Summer 2020 newsletter
Promotions, retirements and a 'Meet the EIC' event among summertime happenings
FOOTBALL
MSU starting defensive tackle Jacub Panasiuk opts out of 2020 season, cites COVID-19 concerns
Jacub Panasiuk will still maintain his scholarship eligibility despite redshirting the season.
FOOTBALL
Big Ten football student-athletes release a 'Big Ten Unity Proposal,' NCAA sets more guidelines for fall sports
Big Ten football student-athletes are asking for enhanced COVID-19 safety protocols as the NCAA sets more guidelines for fall sports.
MICHIGAN
‘There’s a lot of moving parts’: Election workers discuss voter turnout, expectations for November
While some off-campus precincts in the city exceeded 100 voters, on-campus precincts saw significantly fewer voters.
FOOTBALL
Big Ten releases plan and schedule for the 2020 conference-only football season
Michigan State is set to open their 2020 football season against Minnesota on Sept. 5.
MSU
ASMSU to host fall election to fill its General Assembly
This election will take place the week of Oct. 5, 2020.
BASKETBALL
Junior guard Jack Hoiberg earns final 2020-2021 MSU basketball scholarship
After months of uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michigan State basketball has finally finalized its roster for the 2020-2021 season.
MICHIGAN
Ex-MSU gymnastics coach Kathie Klages sentenced to 90 days in jail, 18 months probation
Klages' charges involve her denying knowledge of Nassar's abuses prior to the investigation in 2016.
COMMENTARY
Column: Enoch Boakye's commitment is a sign of more to come
In recent memory, Michigan State has been strong down low. From Nick Ward and Xavier Tillman to Kenny Goins and Jaren Jackson Jr., the most successful big men have had one thing in common: The ability to stretch the floor. Enoch Boakye fits right in.
FEATURES
From the military to beekeeping: A look into a veteran's unique retirement hobby
Gary Brown's curiosity was piqued when his wife brought home honey purchased from a friend who was a beekeeper. He started off with two hives, but his farm has grown significantly since 2018.