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Gallery: Following ELPD on St. Patrick's Day
The State News rode along with East Lansing Police officers as they monitored the streets on St. Patrick's Day.
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Take a look at crazy E.L. bar scene on St. Patrick's Day
Thursday morning, many Spartans got out of bed even earlier than they usually do to celebrate St.
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MSU political science community reacts to Supreme Court Justice nominee
President Barack Obama nominated U.S. Court of Appeals Chief Justice Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Garland will potentially fill the court seat left vacant by the death of Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, who died in February.
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Community finds tradition at McCartney Irish Dance studio
Aside from green beer and shamrock decorations, St. Patrick’s Day is being celebrated by many in the East Lansing area through the classic tradition of Irish dancing. McCartney Irish Dance is an Irish dance school that has been established in East Lansing since January of 2016.
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Security cameras debated as fix to stolen laundry
Stealing and wearing a stranger’s clothes seems like an odd idea, but stolen laundry is a constant issue many students face while using residence hall laundry facilities.
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MSU senior finds friend in service dog after accident
Cadence sits on the floor and pants, her tail wagging ever so slightly. The fur at the edge of her face is starting to grey slightly and she's keen on laying down if given the chance.
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ELPD and MSU police prepare for St. Patrick's Day
With St. Patrick’s Day upon us and MSU being known for its party atmosphere, MSUPD Capt. Doug Monette and ELPD Lt. Scott Wriggelsworth give some tips on how to stay safe during the festivities.
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MSU professor reflects on family connection to Holocaust
As the child of two Holocaust survivors, author and MSU literature professor Lev Raphael said he grew up surrounded by absence.
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St. Patrick's Day bar specials in East Lansing
St. Patrick's Day is almost here, so it's time to make plans for where to party throughout the day. The State News compiled a list of the specials bars in East Lansing will have during the day.
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GoFundMe page set up for MSU senior recovering after car accident took his leg
MSU senior Michael Collier was involved in a tragic car accident this past week resulting in severe injuries all over his body.
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Witnesses statements describe years of alleged crimes by Ingham County Prosecutor
In an affidavit filed with the Ingham County Sheriff Department six female witnesses described their encounters with alleged criminal Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings III.
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Saturday Night Live's Pete Davidson coming to MSU
The Residence Hall Association is bringing "Saturday Night Live" comedian Pete Davidson to the Wharton Center this Friday, according to their website.
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Students come together to remember devastating earthquake in Japan
On March 11, 2011, Shoko Hiruta, an environmental policy junior studying abroad from Japan at MSU, said she was was sitting in her high school math class when she felt the ground start to shake.
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MSU police respond to 2 burglaries on campus during spring break
MSU police and East Lansing police responded to a total of 79 crimes while most students were away during spring break, according to crime logs.
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Ingham County Prosecutor allegedly encouraged prostitution, paid for sex 'hundreds of times'
Following an investigation into a prostitution ring, the FBI found Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings allegedly solicited a prostitute and neglected his duties
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Ingham County Prosecutor charged with soliciting a prostitute, other crimes
Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette and Ingham County Sheriff Gene Wriggelsworth will discuss charges filed against Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings III at a press conference today at 1 p.m, according to the press release.
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City Manager violates MCFA, state finds, unknowing violation results in warning
Following an investigation by the Michigan Bureau of Elections, City of East Lansing City Manager, George Lahanas violated the Michigan Campaign Finance Act, or MCFA.
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East Lansing police report armed robbery on Coolidge Road
East Lansing police are reporting an armed robbery which occurred at the 2500 block of Coolidge Road, near Meijer, according to an alert sent out early Monday morning.
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A student's guide to filing taxes
There are only a few things students need to remember to make tax season a success. The State Newsspoke with Aaron Pahl, CPA and senior tax manager at Warmels & Comstock, for information about how to fill out tax forms and what you'll need.
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Student starts sweets business from home
Like many college students, Katy Cox, an interdisciplinary studies junior and owner of VK Sweets, wanted to find a way to bring in more money.