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One killed in fatal crash on I-96 near Hagadorn Road
The Ingham County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a fatal, one vehicle car crash on eastbound I-96 near Hagadorn on Jan. 7
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WKAR, DPTV launch 24/7 children's programming channel
A year after their promise to develop new programming, WKAR and Detroit Public Television will effectively launch a new channel, WKAR PBS KIDS, to broadcast children's programming 24/7. Under the new initiative WKAR Family, WKAR PBS KIDS will start broadcasting Jan. 16.
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3 former Spartans named to Forbes '30 under 30' list
MSU alumni Tyler Oakley, Draymond Green and Travis Thompson all made Forbes’ annual “30 Under 30” list.
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Crime during break includes fraud, larceny
During winter break, from Dec. 19 through Jan. 8, the MSU Police Department made multiple arrests, including nonaggravated assault, and is continuing to investigate various cases of fraud and larceny among other crimes, according to the Clery Crime and Fire Log.
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Main Conrad's Grill location closes amid leasing dispute
The main location of Conrad’s Grill on the corner of Grand River Avenue and Abbot Road, a longtime oasis of late-night culinary salvation for many an MSU student, has closed indefinitely.
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MSU student missing since Dec. 19
Local authorities in Wyoming, Mich. are currently searching for MSU astrophysics junior David Quang Pham, who has reportedly been missing since Dec. 19.
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Nearly 60 women have come forward with allegations against ex-MSU doctor
MSU is shrouded in a national sexual assault controversy after nearly 60 women have come forward against ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar
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U-M wide receiver Grant Perry charged with sexual assault in E.L.
University of Michigan wide receiver Grant Perry was arraigned on sexual assault and resisting arrest charges in East Lansing Wednesday, according to a press release. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Oct. 15 in front of Lou and Harry’s.
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Famous E.L. resident, "Willie the Can Man" remembered by MSU community
Wilson Brown, a former homeless man known throughout East Lansing for his generosity and vibrant personality, died Tuesday of cancer at age 56, the Lansing State Journal reports.
MICHIGAN
Snyder makes new first-time MIP law official
Governor Rick Snyder signed Bills 332-333 into law Wednesday, reclassifying the first Minor in Possession offense, or MIP, as a civil infraction rather than a misdemeanor.
MICHIGAN
Protest at Capitol Building held to influence Electoral College vote
Protesters gathered at the Michigan State Capitol Monday in a show of opposition to Donald Trump, imploring Michigan’s Electoral College to reject the President-elect.
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East Lansing, Meridian reach agreement on Costco TIF deal
Plans for Costco Wholesale’s new East Lansing location are now one step closer to fruition. The East Lansing City Council approved an agreement with Meridian Township on Tuesday, settling the debate over a $1.5 million tax increment financing deal.
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Five takeaways from MSU's Board of Trustees meeting
The MSU Board of Trustees held their last meeting for the Fall 2016 semester on Friday morning. Along with saying goodbye to former Trustee, Diann Woodard, who was not reelected to the board in the Nov. 9 election. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting.
MICHIGAN
Protesters to encourage Electoral College to not vote Trump
A rally intended to implore Michigan’s Electoral College to reject President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled for noon Monday at the Michigan State Capitol.
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East Lansing bans smoking on public property
East Lansing City Council voted unanimously to ban smoking in city parks, plazas and recreational facilities at its meeting Tuesday, on the heels of MSU’s tobacco ban put in place this year.
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Police looking for Frandor robbery suspects
Police are currently looking for two males in connection with a possible robbery attempt that occurred at Azzi Jewelers near Frandor Shopping Center in Lansing according to an alert sent out by East Lansing police.
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More details emerge in Demetrious Cox late-night cab driver assault case
New details arose Thursday in the assault case of former MSU football player Demetrious Cox.
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MSU opens new health clinic outside East Lansing in east Detroit
MSU opened its first health clinic outside of the Lansing area on Nov. 29 in honor of a former College of Osteopathic Medicine faculty member.
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E.L. working to continue support of local art galleries
Tucked away in downtown East Lansing, surrounded by housing and a comic book store on Albert Avenue, stands Saper Galleries — one of several art galleries downtown aiming to bring art and culture to the city.
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Changes likely coming for first time MIP offenders
A bill was passed in the Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday that would change a first minor in possession (MIP) charge from a criminal offense to a civil infraction.