'U' institutes program on American Indian law

A new American Indian Law Program will begin this fall at MSU, teaching students about indigenous law, policy and practice. When the two classes start they will be the beginning of the only formal American Indian law program in Michigan and the most comprehensive in the Midwest. "It's an entire area of law that people just aren't aware of," said Donald Laverdure, a professor and director of the program.

Parade celebrates African Americans

Lansing - State Rep. Michael Murphy, D-Lansing, watched one of the nation's oldest and largest black parades in Chicago every summer as a child and eventually participated in the parade when he was old enough.

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McPherson awarded for work in Iraq

MSU President M. Peter McPherson has received an award from the U.S. Department of Treasury for his efforts last summer to help rebuild Iraq's struggling economy. McPherson took a 130-day unpaid leave of absence from the university to serve as the financial coordinator in Iraq for the Office of Reconstruction and Humanitarian Assistance.

'U' wasting time on net

Just try to balance a full load of human biology course work with the time requirements of a starting position on the MSU baseball team. As imaginable, goof-off time was scarce for Charlie Braun, shortstop and second baseman for the 2003-04 Spartans. "I didn't have the luxury of free time," he said.

Family mourns lost son

There's a display board resting against the old piano in the little white house on Stuart Avenue.

Bush to visit Saginaw today

When President Bush stops his "Heart and Soul of America" tour in Saginaw today, it will be his 19th trip to the Great Lakes State since his bid for the presidency in 2000. The Republican has visited Michigan more than any other president in U.S.

Neighbors build bond on annual 'Night Out'

Neighbors met in driveways and cul-de-sacs Tuesday night, chatting, being introduced to unfamiliar faces, watching children and pets play and sometimes sharing ice cream.

Parade will float to Lansing

As a little boy growing up on the south side of Chicago, state Rep. Michael Murphy, D-Lansing, would watch one of the nation's oldest and largest black parades march down his street every year.

Retired teacher to face Rogers

Democrat Bob Alexander will go head-to-head with U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers on issues such as the Iraq War, health care and jobs when the two compete in November for Michigan's 8th Congressional District. To win the right to take on Rogers, R-Brighton, Alexander beat Democrat Matt Ferguson in Tuesday's primary.

Lansing to soon be home to playground

A new 10,000-square-foot playground will be available to Lansing's Henry H. North Elementary School students this fall.

E.L. Library to offer computer seminars

The East Lansing Public Library will extend its free adult computer classes throughout the month. All sessions are from 9-10 a.m. "Basic Computer Skills" begins Monday and will teach basics such as how to use the mouse and provide a basic lexicon defining technical computer terms. "Beginner's Guide to the World Wide Web" on Thursday, Aug.

Ingham County Fair more than a ride

Mason - Like the methodical rotations of a Ferris wheel, the 150th Ingham County Fair began Monday morning with less of a bang and more of a slow, resounding "moo." As the first of a projected 100,000 total visitors trickled into the park to visit with cows, pigs, horses and even Bengal tigers, the persuasive voices of carnival game hosts were rivaled only by the upbeat dance music playing in the background of slick-moving, head-jerking carnival rides.

Meningitis survivor stresses awareness

Back in October of 1999, then-sophomore marching band member Adam Busuttil skipped the MSU versus University of Michigan football game because he thought he had the flu.

Coalition to address primary voters

In response to a petition created by the anti-same-sex marriage organization, Citizens for the Protection of Marriage, the Coalition for a Fair Michigan plans to address voters today at primary polls all over the state. Coalition volunteers said they want to educate voters on the proposed Michigan Marriage Protection Amendment's wording, which will possibly be on the November ballot, and the effects of the amendment on residents if it were passed. "The amendment goes really far beyond marriage," said Wendy Howell, campaign manager for the Coalition for a Fair Michigan.

Workers deliver fairs, fun

Mason - They are the nameless carnival faces who cry at you to buy their sweet candy apples, fresh-squeezed lemonade and play their seemingly impossible skill games.

Study: Americans' poor diets lead to osteoporosis

College students sitting down to eat in the cafeteria or going out to dinner at a restaurant on Grand River Avenue have several beverage choices, from soft drinks to milk. What many fail to realize is how that simple decision could make all the difference in avoiding developing osteoporosis, local and campus health officials say.

Primary elections focus on race for state representative

Though many politicians continue campaigning until November, the race will end for one Democratic candidate in Michigan's 8th Congressional District with today's primary. Democrats Bob Alexander and Matt Ferguson are fighting for the chance to unseat U.S.

Man attempts to abduct woman

East Lansing police received a call at 12:45 a.m. Friday reporting an attempted abduction near Albert Avenue and Milford Street, according to a police report. Earlier in the night, a man described to be in his early twenties allegedly approached a female, grabbed her and placed a cloth soaked with some type of liquid over her mouth, according to the report. East Lansing police Sgt.

'U' numbers up for women MBA students

Though she grew up in Thailand and earned her undergraduate degree there, MSU graduate student Nuch Benjarpornbanyat, decided to move to the United States and earn her master's degree from the Eli Broad College of Business. "It has become one of the wonderful experiences in my life," she said.