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Initial election reactions: Low student turnout and varied perspectives
Initial election day reactions from East Lansing's precincts.
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East Lansing candidates anticipate results as voters head to the polls
The East Lansing City Council candidates weigh in on their campaigns before the polls close.
MICHIGAN
Houselights - Mason Ramsey at The Loft in Lansing
Welcome to Houselights The State News arts and entertainment podcast. In the series opener, The State News joined Mason Ramsey on his 2019 How's Ur Girl & How's Ur Family Tour PT. 2 Oct. 31 at The Loft in Lansing, Mich.
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Reports of a Nov. 4 robbery near MSU's Bessey Hall
The State News received reports of a robbery near Bessey Hall on the evening of Nov. 4 2019.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Column: Why this year's favorites won't finish
We look at the reasons for concern amid MSU’s lofty expectations.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing City Council candidate campaign finance reports
The spending and fundraising from East Lansing City Council candidates and why Warren Stanfied declined to file a campaign finance report.
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Alumna Cathleen Fry shares her story at board meeting, continues activism after graduating
Cathleen Fry is an MSU graduate and lives in New Mexico, but she still continues to be an activist and fight for issues happening at the university.
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How and where to vote on election day 2019
The simplified voter's guide to casting your ballot in the Nov. 5, 2019 East Lansing election.
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ASMSU to host First Generation Appreciation Week this week
ASMSU is hosting a First Generation Appreciation Week to assist and celebrate MSU’s first generation college students in their unique college experience.
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Former MSU employee to stand trial for criminal sexual conduct charges
Robert Pittman faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted of the felony charge.
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East Lansing considers hiring deer sharpshooters
Councilmembers discussed culling, or hiring professional sharpshooters, to control the rising local deer population.
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New group MSU Orphan Relief seeks to provide resources and support
This year, students at Michigan State University founded their own chapter of Students for Orphan Relief, or Orphan Relief, in order to help cater to orphans by providing them with resources.
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The 1909: Ex-MSU President Simon to trial, MSU President Stanley agrees to demands in light of racist incidents, EL election preview
This week after backlash from the campus community over a series of racist incidents at MSU, President Samuel Stanley agreed to meet with minority leaders on campus. An Eaton County judge ruled that former MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon’s case will go to trial. In addition to covering breaking news stories like the resignation of MSU Trustee Nancy Schlichting, The State News has covered the upcoming city council election in East Lansing.
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President Stanley agrees to 3 student demands to improve diversity and inclusion
In the wake of several racist incidents on MSU's campus, different students groups have held several protests, encouraging community members to speak up for justice and change. The protesting students have 10 demands for the university administration.
MICHIGAN
New mental health law reassures Olin providers
Four out of five of Olin's counselors would not be able to continue treating patients without a new law signed this week.
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East Lansing sets marijuana business regulations
New ordinance formalizes business regulations for recreational marijuana.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Rocket Watts leans on leaders in transition to college hoops
Even with the help, Watts' transition into college basketball wasn't easy. But he has been able to rely on upperclassmen for support, and has impressed both on and off the court so far.
VOLLEYBALL
Jamye Cox takes after her role model on road to history
The junior libero looks to overtake the record for career digs at MSU.
MICHIGAN
The 1909: Peaceful protests against hate on campus, FIJI sexual assault case dismissed
The 1909 talks peaceful protests after multiple racist incidents occur on Michigan State University's campus along with the dismissal of a sexual assault case that was reported at Phi Gamma Delta over homecoming weekend.
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East Lansing's path to 100% renewable energy
East Lansing's progress on its climate sustainability plan.