Whether voting early or going to the polls, East Lansing city officials recommend numerous ways to vote safely this election amid a global pandemic.
In a survey from The State News, Michigan State student respondents expressed their overwhelming support for former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in the upcoming election.
Former and current residents of the Hub on Campus East Lansing share their experiences and issues of living in the apartment complex. Residents said the Hub incentivized the Google reviews.
The voicemail left at Slotkin's campaign headquarters used "threatening, sexually explicit and violent language," the statement said. The voicemail also included a threat to "shoot my way to victory."
Prior to the game, Michigan State University Police took a firm stance against tailgating. Despite several warnings from local authorities, parties ensued at seven locations on game day. Each gathering was issued a $500 fine, according to ELPD Deputy Chief Steve Gonzalez.
“MSU remains committed to working with our partners across Grand River and within our community to limit the spread of COVID-19. Together, we are urging Spartans near and far to cheer safely and follow all public health guidelines on game day and every day," MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said in the release.
MDHHS said in the statement that the greatest way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the holidays is to remain home and not venture out to get-togethers.
Whitmer also warned against believing in herd immunity when fighting the coronavirus, calling it inhumane.
The drive to ban firearms in the building has been incited since April, when armed protesters stormed the Capitol in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's strict lockdown measures during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
After 11 years of business, the athletic-wear retailer in downtown East Lansing will be closing its doors for good.
In a media briefing Tuesday, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail addressed the plan, stating to her knowledge at this point in time, none of her colleagues had been involved in the creation of this plan.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the bipartisan Senate Bills 886 and 991 on Tuesday, which extend unemployment benefits for eligible Michigan residents by six weeks.
According to the Big Ten football schedule, MSU is set to play the University of Michigan Oct. 31. With the Ann Arbor campus’ shelter in place order in effect at the same time as a Halloween evening game, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said it may be challenging to keep gatherings in check.
A group of 12 mayors from several Big Ten school communities — including East Lansing Mayor Aaron Stephens and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor — signed a letter to Big Ten Conference officials requesting practical measures to ensure safety from COVID-19 as the beginning of football season nears.
While the 2020 election will be the fifth general election in which Rep. Kara Hope's name has been on the ballot, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has made this her first election running under unpredictable circumstances.
East Lansing residents can still enjoy a safe and happy Halloween amid the COVID-19 pandemic with some creative and interesting activities suggested by the health officials.
Areas Chief Kim Johnson plans for more community outreach include neighborhood watch, student rental districts, local business and religious congregations.
At his alma mater, Everett High School, Johnson joined Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08), and U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters.
Historic Twichell's Dry Cleaning and Tailors has closed its doors indefinitely after 94 years in business. Owner Mesung Lee reflects on the history of Twichell's, and shares what's next for her and her family.
Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin and challenger Paul Junge participated in the last debate Oct. 7, making their stances on police reform, the Affordable Health Care Act and partisanship clear.