MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer talks voter intimidation at recent press conference
Gov. Whitmer talks voter intimidation and safe election practices at recent press conference.
MSU
ASMSU remove Safe Ride tax, passes 7 bills in 5-hour meeting
The bills removed the $3 Safe Ride student tax for the spring semester, addressed anti-discrimination, Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, Satisfactory/Non-Satisfactory grading, and Student Faculty Staff Hearing Board, or SFSB, cases.
MICHIGAN
MSU Trump supporters reflect on the president's Lansing visit
“A Trump rally is kind of like a combination of a political event and a rock concert,” 2003 MSU alumnus Chris Farmer said.
COMMENTARY
Column: Nationalism has superseded decency; it's time to reevaluate
Now, circling back to former President John F. Kennedy: “The question before us is, which point of view and which party do we want to lead the United States?” An obstinate nationalist, or a receptive patriot?
MSU
MSU Board of Trustees to vote on 3 appointments at Oct. 30 meeting
The MSU Board of Trustees meets on Friday, Oct. 30.
LIFE
'The Earth has a deadline': The value of sustainability and how to incorporate it into your daily life
"Living sustainable comes down to a question of whether or not you care about the future and future generations,” Richardson said. “Most of us can go about doing whatever we want, and we can continue to still live our lives in relative comfort, but the impacts of climate change are already being felt."
MICHIGAN
East Lansing outdoor gatherings limited to 10 people before Halloween, U of M game
Based on the health department's observations and previous citations under prior orders, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said stricter gathering limits are necessary.
MICHIGAN
Judge strikes down open-carry firearm ban at polls, Nessel issues emergency appeal
Michigan Judge Christopher Murray reversed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's directive banning open-carry firearms at or within 100 feet of Michigan polling stations.
MICHIGAN
Health official cites concern over Trump's rally, upcoming football game
“We politicized viruses, we politicized mask wearing. Our president has clearly not been pleased with our governor and the president also is rather reckless with regard to COVID and COVID precautions that are recommended broadly across the public health community as well as amongst the scientific community,” Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said.
MICHIGAN
First-time voters share their motivations to vote in the upcoming election
Citizens from the age of 18 to 64 work to make their voices heard by registering to vote. They explain why voting is important to them.
MICHIGAN
Stolen Peace Pole anonymously returned
ELPD agreed not to investigate if the pole was returned to the park. As the Peace Pole was anonymously returned, ELPD will not investigate who stole it.
MICHIGAN
Local religious groups adapt as the COVID-19 pandemic continues
The pandemic may have limited religious groups from providing a typical sense of community but these groups are coming up with creative solutions during stressful times.
FOOTBALL
Preparing for Michigan: Rocky Lombardi and the Michigan State offense look to expand run game
The quarterback question is finally answered with Rocky Lombardi at the start, but his first game proved there is still a lot to improve on.
MSU
Provost Teresa Woodruff answers student questions at ASMSU
“I do think that under these environments some things seem like more busywork,” Provost Teresa Woodruff said. “I would urge everyone to take from every learning experience more than what is offered. Take from every opportunity the ability to learn something different.”
MSU
Landlord discusses investing in property
Investing in property in East Lansing can be worth the investment, but realtors recommend becoming familiar with the regulations of East Lansing and seeking advice from experts.
MSU
Students react to credit/no-credit grading option
The NR-C decision will leave many students at a crossroads. As they struggle to keep up, they will be forced to decide which will take a hit: GPA or bank account.
MSU
MDHHS roundtable discussion addresses where Michigan stands with COVID-19
Norman Beauchamp, executive vice president for Health Sciences at Michigan State University, said that MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. worked with Beauchamp himself, and their team put together a task force. Many organizations jumped into tactics and initiatives, and the team spent the first few weeks defining that MSU’s approach was going to be values-driven.
MICHIGAN
Trump hosts campaign rally in Lansing
During his rally, President Donald Trump boasted of his “three-point” lead in the state stating “right now we’re leading almost everywhere.” However, according to the polls, Biden currently holds the lead on both the state and national levels. In Michigan, Biden is currently up by nine points over Trump.
MICHIGAN
Absent voter turnout significantly higher than 2016 election
Ingham County has issued over 93,000 absent voter ballots for this election, and 60,771 of them have been returned, as of Oct. 20. Currently, the county holds a 64.8% ballot return rate.
MICHIGAN
How to stay safe and cast your ballot this election season
Whether voting early or going to the polls, East Lansing city officials recommend numerous ways to vote safely this election amid a global pandemic.