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Democratic candidate for governor coming to MSU on Jan. 16
Former Michigan Senate leader and now 2018 Michigan gubernatorial candidate Gretchen Whitmer will be coming to MSU on Jan. 16.
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MSU Board elects chairs, welcomes new trustee
MSU's Board of Trustees met Wednesday morning for the first time in 2017. During the meeting, the board elected a new chair and vice chair while welcoming two trustees into their new terms.
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Keys to Sparty's Cabin passed to MSU alumna
Sparty’s Cabin — the student-made “tiny home” — has a found a new owner in an MSU alumna. The cabin’s new owner, Debra Levantrosser was presented with a ceremonial key and quickly realized it was a perfect fit.
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ASMSU releases fall report on bills, spending
As the fall session for the Associated Students of Michigan State University, or ASMSU, came to a close. The ASMSU Office of the President published a final semester report.
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A recap of ASMSU's fall semester
Another fall semester has come to a close for the Associated Students of Michigan State University, or ASMSU.
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New pizza eatery, LOTSA, to open Tuesday
LOTSA Stone Fired Pizza will be opening a new location in East Lansing.
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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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WKAR, DPTV launch 24/7 children's programming channel
A year after their promise to develop new programming, WKAR and Detroit Public Television will effectively launch a new channel, WKAR PBS KIDS, to broadcast children's programming 24/7. Under the new initiative WKAR Family, WKAR PBS KIDS will start broadcasting Jan. 16.
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3 former Spartans named to Forbes '30 under 30' list
MSU alumni Tyler Oakley, Draymond Green and Travis Thompson all made Forbes’ annual “30 Under 30” list.
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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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Nearly 60 women have come forward with allegations against ex-MSU doctor
MSU is shrouded in a national sexual assault controversy after nearly 60 women have come forward against ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar
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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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Five takeaways from MSU's Board of Trustees meeting
The MSU Board of Trustees held their last meeting for the Fall 2016 semester on Friday morning. Along with saying goodbye to former Trustee, Diann Woodard, who was not reelected to the board in the Nov. 9 election. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting.
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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.