NEWS
State News photographers: What's in your gear bag?
Staff photographers discuss what equipment they like to use while on assignment.
MSU
The COVID-19 financial resources available to MSU students
What to know about the coronavirus-related financial resources for students.
COMMENTARY
Column: Social distancing is not an option — it's a necessity
"Age does not grant anyone immunity to this disease. It’s a virus that doesn’t care who you are or what you do, but one that demands you care about it."
MICHIGAN
How churches in the East Lansing area have been impacted by COVID-19
Hospitals are only letting medical personnel into the rooms of COVID-19 patients. To account for this, priests in the East Lansing area pray with patients over the phone.
MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer announces expanded testing facilities, mental health hotline for Michigan residents
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer held a press conference Monday that brought attention to the number of cases, a coalition calling on the Trump administration to expand access to affordable healthcare, a mental health hotline from the MDHHS, unemployment benefits and new drive-through testing sites across Michigan.
MSU
Growing closer: Students share how adjusting to living back home has been
When it comes to adjusting to a new living situation, whether that means going back to an old one or making extra adjustments if a family member is in the healthcare field, many students have expressed that they're growing closer to their families.
MSU
COVID-19 changes graduate admissions exams
Graduate school exams cancel or launch online versions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MICHIGAN
Remote child special education brings hardship to Ingham County parents
With K-12 classes suspended through June, parents whose children receive special education services face new challenges in the unprecedented time of at-home learning.
MICHIGAN
Local police departments see a decrease in call volume during COVID-19 pandemic
Local police departments see a decrease in call volume during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MSU
2 candidates seek ASMSU presidency
ASMSU has two candidates for president this year. In recent past, candidates ran unopposed.
MICHIGAN
Michigan families affected by school closings to receive food assistance
Families receiving Food Assistance Program benefits as well as those not currently enrolled in that program are included in the 895,000 students that will be receiving meals at over 2,000 locations and 700 mobile sites across Michigan, according to a press release.
MSU
New ASMSU General Assembly members approve staff directors
New ASMSU General Assembly members were announced this week.
MICHIGAN
Activists hope for accountability, transparency in ELPD oversight committee
Community members and activists are hoping to start a conversation following an excessive force investigation into the East Lansing Police Department that has been turned over to Michigan's State Police.
MICHIGAN
Local nursing homes continue to maintain well-being of at-risk residents
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, additional strain has been placed on securing the safety of the senior citizen population. Residents of long-term care facilities are among the most vulnerable to serious illness or death from COVID-19, with many presenting underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems.
MICHIGAN
The latest on coronavirus aid from U.S. Rep. Slotkin
The State News sat down with U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-8) to talk about her progress toward a second coronavirus relief package to include adult dependents.
MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer extends stay-at-home order through April 30, details other measures being taken
Gov. Whitmer extended the stay-at-home order through April 30.
MICHIGAN
MDHHS sexual assault resources remain available during COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced counseling, advocacy and resources for sexual assault survivors will remain accessible during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MSU
Meet MSU's provost finalists and what they have to offer MSU
Meet the finalists for Michigan State's provost position.