MICHIGAN
Ex-football player Auston Robertson requests venue change for trial
Former MSU football player Auston Roberston requested a venue change for the criminal trial he is facing.
FOOTBALL
'Fortnite' keeps current, former MSU football players connected
Quarterback Brian Lewerke commented on a March 22 tweet from the Spartan Football official Twitter account, which has him outrunning "the storm" in the popular video game "Fortnite" on his 61-yard touchdown run against Western Michigan University last season.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Men's basketball to play in Maui Invitational in 2019
The men's basketball team announced Tuesday that they will play in the Maui Jim Maui Tournament in 2019.
MSU
Ten of MSU's graduate programs ranked top 10 in nation
Five of MSU’s graduate programs have been listed the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Reports’ latest ranking, and 10 of MSU's graduate programs have been ranked within the top 10 best graduate programs in the country.
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Miles Bridges named to AP All-American second-team
Miles Bridges earned second-team AP All-American honors Tuesday afternoon, making him a consensus All-American.
MSU
Strampel arraigned in court, awaits preliminary exam
Facing charges of a felony and three misdemeanors, former MSU Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine William Strampel was arraigned in East Lansing's 54B District Court via video call Tuesday.
MSU
Special Counsel Forsyth: Search warrant led to charges against Strampel
The execution of a search warrant at the Hannah Administration Building in early February led to charges against former MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Dean William Strampel, Special Counsel William Forsyth announced at a press conference Tuesday.
MSU
Former dean William Strampel faces 4 charges, 4 victims detail incidents
Four alleged victims have come forward to allege sexual misconduct against former MSU dean William Strampel, who oversaw the College of Osteopathic Medicine and supervised ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
NEWS
Former Nassar boss to be arraigned on felony charge, misdemeanor charges
William Strampel, the dean of MSU's College of Osteopathic Medicine and Larry Nassar's former boss, is awaiting arraignment in East Lansing's 54-B District Court on Tuesday, according to multiple reports.
FOOTBALL
LJ Scott ready to take on responsibility of a 'bell-cow' back
“I would love to be a bell-cow (lead running back),” LJ Scott said on March 23. “I don’t think there is anything wrong with it. I think I can handle it and it’s about going out there and doing it.”
MSU
Nassar's former boss arrested ahead of investigation update
Former MSU Dean of Osteopathic Medicine William Strampel has been arrested. Strampel is currently in the Ingham County Jail system, according to jail records.
MSU
Special Prosecutor to update public on MSU investigation Tuesday
The special prosecutor appointed to investigate MSU's handling of sexual misconduct involving ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar will provide an update on his investigation into MSU on Tuesday.
BASEBALL
U-M's weekend sweep of baseball gives concerns of lack of confidence
ANN ARBOR — Nothing as of late has been going the baseball team’s way as it was crushed in its loss to rival University of Michigan, 11-0, and finished the weekend series 0-3.
MSU
Reclaim MSU hopes to change MSU bylaws, allow involvement in president search
Reclaim MSU is calling for a change of the bylaws of the Board of Trustees, demanding representation of students and faculty is the decision-making processes of the board. Reclaim MSU also has a policy proposal with an outline of a University Board, which would be comprised of students and faculty who would represent the members of the university community.
MSU
Three key points from Olympic gymnast and survivor Jordyn Wieber's talk
Wieber recounted her experiences of sexual abuse at the hands of ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, of coming forward and continuing her life. She shared the inner struggles she had, facing fear and experiencing empowerment. Here are three key points from her talk.
MICHIGAN
Moving Forward event brings conversation around sex assault off campus
Residents and advocates for survivors of sexual assault came together to discuss ways to combat sexual violence at the East Lansing Public Library on Saturday.
MICHIGAN
HUD says $134,000 sidewalk project was 'conflict of interest'
A Housing and Urban Development official determined a 2013 sidewalk improvement project along Abbot Road to be ineligible for federal funding. Although the money will initially be returned, it can be used in future projects until it expires.
BASEBALL
Baseball falls to U-M in final game of weekend series
ANN ARBOR — Each inning on the afternoon for the Spartans seemed longer and longer as nothing went their way throughout the whole game.
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Graduate forward Ben Carter signs to play professionally in Israel
Hapoel Jerusalem basketball club announced on Twitter Sunday they signed former MSU forward Ben Carter for the rest of the season. The contract includes an option for next season.
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MSU signee Bingham, Grand Rapids Catholic, lose in Class B title
In a close game between two talented teams, Benton Harbor became Class B state champions, defeating Grand Rapids Catholic Central 65-64 in overtime.