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Lansing State Rep. Sarah Anthony announces state Senate bid
Sarah Anthony, the current state representative for parts of Lansing, will be running for the state Senate in 2022.
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MDHHS issues new quarantine guidelines for COVID-positive students
According to the press release, a fully vaccinated student who came in close contact with a COVID-positive student can continue going to in-person classes if they closely monitor symptoms for 14 days after exposure and continue to follow the mask mandate. If an unvaccinated student was masked and less than three feet apart in an indoor setting, they can remain in school if they wear a mask, too.
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The Return of the Michigan State Tailgate
After almost a year and a half of isolation, fans were ecstatic to be able to support their favorite team together.
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MSUPD Deputy Chief Traci Ruiz placed on administrative leave
MSUPD Deputy Chief Traci Ruiz, head of MSUPD Community Engagement Bureau and the Community Support Bureau, has been placed on administrative leave.
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Ingham County requires masks, isolation policies in K-12 classrooms
Two new emergency orders have been issued in Ingham County to mitigate the 515% increase in COVID-19 cases in people aged 0-17.
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Former MSUPD captain pleads guilty to carrying a concealed pistol while under the influence
Former MSUPD Captain Valerie O'Brien will spend a year on probation after pleading guilty to carrying a concealed weapon.
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Auto accident temporarily closes Grand River Avenue
East Lansing Deputy Police Chief Steve Gonzales confirmed the road has been cleared and traffic is continuing as normal.
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East Lansing resumes indoor mask requirements
City of East Lansing employees will also be wearing masks when in public areas, when interacting with the public and when physical distancing is not possible indoors.
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Heavy rainfall causes severe flooding and power outages in East Lansing
Currently, East Lansing Police Department and East Lansing Fire Department are performing safety checks by knocking on doors in areas with high flooding. The Department of Public Works staff is also closing off flooded roads, inspecting sewers and arranging storm response services as needed.
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Ingham County remains flagged as area of substantial transmission for COVID-19
Vail said that the uptick in cases has been caused by a number of factors such as nonexistent mitigation efforts that has led to a spread of the Delta variant in the area.
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Ingham County becomes an area of substantial COVID-19 transmission
Vail recommends residents of Ingham County wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status. She also said that it would be wise to wear masks in crowded outdoor settings as well.
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Fry Fest: The State News' ranking of the best fries in East Lansing
Nine orders of fries from nine East Lansing restaurants: What will come out on top?
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After a long history of gerrymandering, Michigan starts to take action with a redistricting commission
"There is a long-standing history of gerrymandering in American politics,” Democratic Lansing State Rep. Sarah Anthony said. “Ultimately, gerrymandering has rigged the game in terms of silencing voters, and it has really allowed elected officials to act without much accountability, and draw districts in their own favor.”
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Thousands of jobs await students on campus
Career Services Director of Employer Relations and Communications Karin Hanson said on-campus jobs are flexible with class schedules, easy to get to, offer great compensation and can complement their major to further enhance their skills.
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ICHD announces recommendations following a rise in COVID-19 cases
Currently, Ingham County has 188 active cases, with roughly 25 new cases per million people. On June 19th, there were on average 5 cases per million people. That's roughly a 500% increase from June 19 to July 19.
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Weather warning in Lansing and surrounding areas
Heavy winds and rainfall expected in the Lansing area tonight to tomorrow morning. Residents are recommended to take extra safety precautions.
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EL Mayor Aaron Stephens reflects on his year in office, considers next steps
Although he is moving away, Stephens said that East Lansing is home to him and that he thinks he’ll return at some point. He described being the mayor of East Lansing during a pandemic as the most stressful job, but also the best job in the world.
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Why Ingham County is experiencing a hot, rain-filled summer
According to Global Change, large urban areas, like East Lansing, have more challenges related to heat than in surrounding rural areas because of the release of heat from buildings, vehicles and industries.
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Apartment caught on fire at the Hub in East Lansing, building evacuated
ELFD Captain Mark Koonter said that the fire remained contained to the original apartment and no one was injured while the building was evacuated.
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CATA gives free rides to voters for primary election
The Capital Area Transportation Authority, CATA, will be providing system-wide free rides to voters in the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 3. CATA recommends booking Redi-Ride trips no later than Aug. 2.