MICHIGAN
Hillary Clinton to make stop in Grand Rapids
Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton will be making a last minute campaign stop in Grand Rapids Monday.
MICHIGAN
Voter Guide: Everything an E.L. voter needs for the 2016 election
The State News compiled everything from where polling locations are for East Lansing voters to what will will be on the ballot for the Nov. 8 election. Below is what the ballot will physically look like for East Lansing voters as well as information on the major races and issues for the election.
MICHIGAN
MSU conducted survey indicates Clinton has the lead
MSU’s Institute for Public Policy and Social Research, or IPPSR, recently released a State of the State Survey, or SOSS.
FEATURES
MSU students jump back into the 70's to watch the cult classic 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show", the classic musical comedy and horror film, was originally released nearly 41 years ago on Sept. 25, 1975. The film is based on the musical stage production, "The Rocky Horror Show."
MICHIGAN
Health inspectors find variety of violations in popular E.L. eateries
Eating out is a popular past time for MSU students, but what goes on in the kitchen might not always be apparent looking at your plate. Health inspectors check every facility for priority, priority health and core violations to ensure . Priority violations are the most concerning, requiring immediate correction, according to the Ingham county health inspection website.
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MSU counseling, services to undergo massive restructuring
With the student demand for health services on campus at an all-time high, MSU is finding that it needs to modify its methods.
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MSU student wins college 'Wheel of Fortune'
Comparative cultures and politics junior Amber Applewhite is feeling pretty fortunate. On Nov. 1, in a College Week episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” Applewhite represented MSU and walked away victorious, winning a trip to Barbados and a cash prize.
FOOTBALL
Sophomore cornerback Vayante Copeland sustains season-ending injury
According to the Detroit Free Press, MSU sophomore cornerback Vayante Copeland suffered a broken foot and will be out for the rest of the season, Mark Dantonio told reporters during his weekly teleconference.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
MSU blows out Northwood 82-47 in lone preseason game
The new-look MSU women's basketball team held its first and only exhibition game of the season at the Breslin Center.
FOOTBALL
O-line struggles were large factor in seventh straight loss for Spartans
Following back-to-back strong performances against the University of Maryland and the University of Michigan, MSU’s offensive line looked to be on the upswing from questionable performances in the weeks prior.
FEATURES
Strange Matter Coffee entertains regulars with cool foam designs
Walking into Strange Matter Coffee Co., a wholesome vibe paired with soft alternative rock playing overhead embodies the tan foam designs in their coffee.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Harris, McQuaid provide offensive potency in exhibition win
The basketball bounced on the floor and the players’ shoes were extra squeaky as the MSU basketball team was back on the court for its second exhibition game.
ICE HOCKEY
Mixed defensive performance reflected in series split against Michigan Tech
During the week’s practice leading up to the MSU hockey team’s matchup against the Michigan Tech Huskies, it was without one key defenseman — redshirt-freshman Jerad Rosburg. Rosburg would be out with an upper-body injury, leading to a shift in the Spartans’ lineup come puck drop Friday and Saturday evening.
FEATURES
Students spread warmth to children with new club
There’s a new club on campus that is trying to bring a little more comfort and warmth to children, human biology junior Mariah Fielder said. Fielder is the president and founder of Cozy CoverZzz, a club that makes blankets for children in hospitals, homeless shelters and domestic abuse shelters, Fielder said.
FEATURES
MSU alumna finds solidarity in Lansing's Comedy Coven, helps with depression
Imagine a room filled with dozens of people all waiting, watching and whispering. Imagine a room where tension builds and audience members can sometimes be hard to please. For some, this scenario would be a nightmare, but for the women in Lansing’s Comedy Coven, this is a dream.
MEN'S SOCCER
MSU advances to Big Ten Tournament semifinals with 2-1 win over Penn State
MSU men's soccer had the higher number in the standings, but Penn State had the number of MSU prior to the match following a 1-0 double overtime win in the teams' only encounters previously in the season.
NEWS
Former President Bill Clinton campaigns for Hillary in Lansing
Former president Bill Clinton held a rally for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton Saturday afternoon in Lansing at the United Auto Workers local building. Former Mich.
MICHIGAN
President Obama to campaign for Clinton in Ann Arbor Monday
President Barack Obama will be campaigning for Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in Ann Arbor on Monday. The event will start at 11 a.m. at the Ray L. Fisher Stadium.
MICHIGAN
Live blog: Bill Clinton rallies for Hillary Clinton in Lansing
Former President Bill Clinton will host a rally at UAW Local 652 in Lansing Sunday on behalf of his wife, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton.
MICHIGAN
Dakota Access Pipeline protesters gather at Capitol steps
Protesters gathered at the Michigan State Capitol in Lansing this afternoon to show solidarity with the Standing Rock Sioux tribe, sharing their opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline, or DAPL. Emmy Scott, an MSU law student involved with organizing the protest, said the gathering came in light of an escalation of violence against DAPL protesters. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/29/us/dakota-access-pipeline-protest.html Participants engaged in Native American song and dance, many holding signs voicing opposition to the pipeline. Among a disdain for pipelines, one of the most common themes of the protest was the slogan “Water is Life”. Scott related the concerns of those in Standing Rock to those in Michigan, relating the DAPL’s potential dangers to those of the Line 5 pipeline, and citing the Kalamazoo Oil Spill as well as the Flint Water Crisis as issues in which Michiganians could relate.