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MICHIGAN

People protest Trump's actions at Lansing capitol building

At noon Wednesday, protesters gathered at the capitol building in Lansing to protest the actions of President Trump. With minimal organization through social media, the protesters held signs reading several different slogans on topics ranging from transgender rights to economic grievances.

COMMUNITY

A guide to thrifting near MSU

University students often want to get new things while being on a budget, making secondhand stores the perfect shopping grounds. The Lansing and East Lansing area has a variety of thrift stores for MSU students to explore.

PODCASTS

Reeling It In: Welcome to the screening

Jack Williams and Kyra Mabone kick off Reeling it In, the brand new film critique and discussion podcast for The State News Podcast Network, with discussing about their personal film tastes and their thoughts on Oscar betting and nominations.

MSU

Federal funding freeze won’t affect financial aid, MSU says

A memo released by the White House's budget office late Monday night calls for freezing all federal grants and loans implicated by President Trump's recent executive orders and directives. Financial aid for students appears to be exempt from the funding freeze, and MSU is telling researchers to continue work unless directed otherwise.