Results from May 5 election: No to tax hike, yes to marijuana decriminalization

After the last ballot was counted Tuesday night, voters had struck down one state proposal and voted yes to two local ones. State Proposal 15-1, which would have increased sales tax and others to fix roads, was defeated by Michigan voters. Local Proposals 1 and 2 were both accepted by voters. Prop 1 will decriminalize marijuana possession in East Lansing. Prop 2 will allow to City Council to sell property with a simple majority vote from citizens as opposed to the current 60 percent super majority requirement.

State-wide Proposal 1 rejected by voters

Votes for the state of Michigan's Proposal 15-1, which would raise taxes to fund road repairs and more, are coming in and it's headed toward a defeat.

Local election sees low voter turnout so far, possibly because of exams, rain

On a rainy Tuesday, some precincts are noticing abnormally low voter turnout, even for a local election. The reasons for this range from everything from finals week taking up the bulk of student concerns, to the weather discouraging East Lansing residents from voting or even a general apathy towards the issues on the ballot.

ASMSU urges Michigan Senate to reconsider $500K cut to sexual assault investigation funding

After the Michigan Senate quietly removed a budget provision allocating $500,000 for the Michigan State Police to help with investigating sexual assault claims on college campuses, ASMSU plans to have a letter on the desks of Michigan Senators tomorrow urging them to reconsider. The Senate is set to vote on the budget provision tomorrow, which the Michigan State House approved, ASMSU's Vice President for Governmental Affairs Bryn Williams said.

Roads, marijuana on May 5 East Lansing election ballot

East Lansing polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday.

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake felt in East Lansing on Saturday

A magnitude-4.0 earthquake originating south-east of Kalamazoo around 12:23 p.m. caused weak shaking in East Lansing, according to U.S. Geological Survey data.

MSU's week in review

The class of 2015 saw many changes to MSU, East Lansing

Looking back at the developments at MSU and in East Lansing over the past few years.

In memorium

Remembering those in the MSU, East Lansing community who has passed in the last four years. 

Major court cases in review

While the class of 2015 has made many good memories at MSU, there are still notable instances of crime and tragedy.

Biggest headlines of the last four years

We take a look back at some of the biggest stories that broke while the class of 2015 attended MSU. Congratulations, grads!

MSU sends out alert for groping, assault

MSU Police Department sent out an alert earlier this afternoon making students aware of two crimes that were reported on April 29.

Michigan lawmakers seek to include LGBT community in Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act

Michigan Democrats came together on Wednesday to show support to the bill that would include members of the LGBT community in the Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act.

Proposed religious freedom bill in Michigan generates heated debate in committee

Hours after U.S. Supreme Court began hearing testimony in its same-sex marriage case, state Sen. Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, testified in front of the state Senate Judiciary Committee to show support to Senate Bill 4, or the Michigan Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Student body builders balance strict regimens with college life

Whether it's a means to get active or a desire to enter competitions that is driving them, student body builders have every moment of their daily routine planned out.

One of few fair-trade stores in E.L., La Bodega, announces plans to close

The last fairtrade clothing store left in East Lansing, La Bodega, announced plans to close the second week of July.

Fresh Thyme Farmers Market fills in old Goodrich's spot

As of 7 a.m. on Wednsday morning, East Lansing is home to a new organic grocery store — Fresh Thyme Farmer's Market. Located at 904 Trowbridge Road, west of Harrison, the new Fresh Thyme is part of a chain that seeks to bring affordable fresh foods to the Midwest region.

ASMSU seeks to expand bike share program amidst successful trial

School is almost out for summer, and the trial bike share program at Bailey hall in Brody Neighborhood has seen significant student participation since its implementation in March, prompting ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, to seek expansion of the initiative.

Sophomore running back Delton Williams charged with brandishing firearm accepts plea deal

Delton Williams, the sophomore running back who allegedly brandished a firearm during a road rage incident on March 16, pleaded guilty Wednesday morning to violating an MSU weapons ordinance as part of a plea deal, a court official said.

RCAHppella #TBT show to take place Thursday

By Ryan Squanda rsquanda@statenews.com Arts and humanities senior Becky Barron and the rest of RCAHppella — an a cappella group within MSU's College of Arts and Humanities — were just thinking of a theme for their final concert of the semester. So when Barron got to thinking about how 1) RCAHppella always uses social media to promote their events, 2) They wanted to do a concert that showcased some oldies and 3) Their concerts always take place on Thursdays, it didn't take long for her to suggest a #TBT themed concert to be set in place for Thursday, April 30 at 8 p.m.