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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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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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MSU students, alumnus team up to create app and win competition
A development company composed of MSU students and an alumnus has won three East Lansing startup competitions since the beginning of November, netting $11,000 in funding among other resources.
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Election recount continues in Ingham County, across state
Despite an ongoing court battle, Michigan’s recount effort is underway. At the request of Green Party Presidential Candidate Jill Stein, recounts are in progress or being disputed in Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, three battleground states closely won by President-elect Donald Trump in the Nov. 8 election.
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City Council approves plans for East Lansing Costco
After an hour and a half of public hearings and lengthy discussions, East Lansing City Council unanimously approved the site and brownfield plans for a Costco Wholesale in the city.
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Armed robbery reported on M.A.C. Avenue
At 10:35 p.m. Tuesday night, an MSU alert was issued warning of an armed robbery in East Lansing.
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3 suspects at large following break in at Timberlake apartments
Three men were involved in a break-in at a residence in the Timberlake Apartment complex in East Lansing early Tuesday morning, East Lansing Police Department Sgt. Chad Pride said. Pride said the incident occurred at 3 a.m. on Tuesday and said the victim of the break-in indicated that the suspects had one weapon in their possession at the time of the crime.
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DAPL rally at capitol celebrates victory
A Monday rally at the Capitol Building in solidarity with the Standing Rock Pipeline protests took on a different tone following the surprise Sunday night announcement that the Dakota Access Pipeline, or DAPL, would be rerouted. Despite the last-minute victory, many attended the Michigan Stands with Standing Rock event, originally intended to show solidarity on ‘eviction day,’ as protesters were told to leave their camp by Monday.