MICHIGAN
New law clears the legal haze over medical marijuana dispensaries
Gov. Rick Snyder recently signed a law that legalizes medical marijuana dispensaries.
MSU
MSU dining halls severely understaffed, according to Eat at State
MSU dining halls are severely understaffed, forcing workers to close food stations and work extra hours.
MSU
MSU bioarchaeology lab researches, uses Mayan skeletons
Whether it’s bones from central Belize or cadaver remains, MSU’s bioarchaeology lab offers something off the beaten path for students who want a chance to explore anthropology.
MSU
More allegations against MSU ex-faculty member Dr. Larry Nassar
Twenty-three more reports of sexual abuse could be linked to ex-faculty member Dr. Larry Nassar. Nassar was fired Sept.
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How MSU handles its million pounds of food waste
With more than 30,000 meals served each day in MSU’s 10 dining halls, food waste can become a major problem.
NEWS
Cosi closes, blindsides staff
The restaurant Cosi, located on 301 W. Grand River Ave., closed permanently on Monday. The closing appeared to be a shock to residents and employees of Cosi, as they neglected to inform workers they had shut down.
MICHIGAN
Anne Holton, wife of vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine, visits East Lansing cafe
Anne Holton, wife of democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Kaine, held a ‘Moms for Hillary Roundtable’ event at the Red Cedar Cafe this morning. The former Virginia secretary of education met with a group of Michigan mothers, consisting of activists and professionals, who together spoke about campaign issues through the lens of their experience as mothers.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing City Council replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous People's Day
This year instead of Columbus day, East Lansing will be celebrating a different holiday on Oct. 10--Indigenous People’s Day.
MICHIGAN
Former downtown Taco Bell demolished
The former Taco Bell at 565 Grand River Ave. is finally seeing progress on construction, starting this week.
MSU
Clinton supporters gather at Dublin Square for debate watch party
Clinton supporters gathered in Dublin Square Monday night to watch the presidential debate.
MSU
Professor, College Dems. and Repubs. reflect on presidential debate
According to a Twitter poll by The State News, that had 668 people participate at about 11:20 a.m. Monday, 74% of people believe Clinton won the debate, while 26% believe Trump won.
MICHIGAN
Joint MSU-University of Michigan survey gauges the state leadership's political understanding
A new survey panel conducted by MSU and the University of Michigan will measure the backgrounds and opinions of Michigan state officials as part of a joint effort to better understand discrepancies between the public and elected officials.
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Governor Martin O'Malley, actress Chloë Grace Moretz will host campaign events at MSU this week
Both former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley and actress Chloe Grace Moretz will be making appearances at MSU this weekend. The events are organized by the Michigan Democratic Coordinated Campaign.
MSU
ASMSU elects chairs for policy, academic and finance committees
ASMSU elected their committee chairs and vice chairs during their first committee meetings on Sept. 22.
MICHIGAN
Gearing up for the first of the Clinton-Trump presidential debates
The first presidential debate will be held Monday night at 9 p.m.
FEATURES
From basement beginnings to patio present, El Azteco celebrates 40 years
When Arturo Santa Cruz came to East Lansing in 1976, he had a dream of starting a restaurant unlike any other in the area--Mexican cuisine.
MICHIGAN
New tenants moving into former State News first-floor office space
A new restaurant will be moving onto Grand River Avenue as soon as late October. Panda Express, the Asian fast casual restaurant, is currently under construction at 439 E.
MSU
Bias Busters publish book for class, focus on Transgender community
Once a week, Professor Joe Grimm teaches JRN 492, a class which is better known as Bias Busters.
MICHIGAN
Chick-fil-A to open location in Lansing on Oct. 18
Chick-fil-A is opening a location at 5617 W. Saginaw Highway in Lansing on Oct. 13, which has several students from out-of-state excited to have a piece of home.
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Campus group talks climate change, demands MSU take action
A small group of student activists is demanding MSU take action on environmental sustainability. And they want action soon.