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USOC CEO resigns for 'health issues' in wake of Nassar scandal
The United States Olympic Committee announced the resignation of President Scott Blackmun Wednesday afternoon.
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What we know about Kroll, firm hired to help investigate Title IX complaints
The State News sat down with Kroll's managing director in the Investigations and Disputes practice to learn more about the firm, a global investigative agency hired to assist MSU's Office of Institutional Equity, and its role at MSU.
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Three takeaways from Feb. 27 City Council meeting
East Lansing City Council discussed revenue options and addressed its role in racial discrimination during a busy Feb. 27 meeting.
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Ingham County prosecutor asks community to avoid 'hate demonstration'
Ingham County Prosecutor Carol Siemon called for county residents to "stay away" from "the hate demonstration on campus," according to a press release, apparently referencing white nationalist Richard Spencer's scheduled speech.
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MSU named in new lawsuit by Nassar patient
Plaintiff Jane Doe 03 is suing MSU, the MSU Board of Trustees, Nassar, MSU Sports Medicine Clinic and USA Gymnastics.
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Teach-In/Learn-In aims to address concerns, raise awareness at MSU
Organized in response to campus climate, the Teach-In/Learn-In hosted by MSU's three residential colleges was "an act of protest." The event raised concerns over the MSU administration and the university's handling of ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
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Broad Art Museum expansion to open April 14 following MSUFCU grant
A new expansion to the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum will open across the street from the existing museum on April 14. The expansion is due to a $1 million grant from the Michigan State University Federal Credit Union.
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Flooding update: Buildings, sidewalks start to reopen
The financial impact of the flooding of the Red Cedar River is unknown at this point, Strategic Initiatives Communications Manager Michelle Lavra said via email.
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Nassar survivors join legislators in introducing package of bills
Sen. Margaret O’Brien, R-Portage, introduced a 10-bill package aimed at stopping sexual abuse to the Michigan House and Senate Monday afternoon.
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Residential colleges to hold 'Teach-In/Learn-In' event Tuesday
MSU’s residential colleges will come together to host a public “Teach-In/Learn-In” event Thursday at the Union from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will encourage the community to ask and answer questions to fix aspects of MSU’s culture and structure that allowed ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar to sexually abuse women and girls for years.
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WATCH: Sen. Bernie Sanders visits Lansing, speaks against GOP tax bill
Thousands of people went to see Sen. Bernie Sanders speak on Sunday in Lansing for the "Repeal the Trump Tax Tour." Sanders, along with several other speakers, talked about issues such as healthcare, taxes, college tuition and gun control.
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Feds launch new investigation into MSU Title IX, sending more investigators
The U.S. Department of Education announced it will launch a new Title IX directed investigation into MSU's handling of sexual assault reports against ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar, according to a press release Monday.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders visits Lansing, speaks against GOP tax bill
According to Not One More Penny, the GOP tax bill increased the bill for over 92 million middle-class families. And opposing such a bill, former Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., spoke at the Repeal the Trump Tax Rally on Feb. 25.
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Flood update: Water levels to recede, but some roads still closed
The flood water levels are expected to start receding Friday, though roads are still closed off.
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Engler announces workgroup to formalize recs. from MSU community
MSU Interim President John Engler announced formation of workgroup to formalize recommendations from survivors, students and staff.
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Public comments express frustration, disappointment toward MSU
The Board of Trustees heard 11 comments from the public during last week's meeting. Every single comment expressed anger, frustration and disappointment towards MSU's administration and its handling of recent events.
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MSU crime log: 1st degree criminal sex conduct and other updates
MSU crime log update: Open investigations into alleged criminal sexual conducts that range from first degree to fourth degree.
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New legislation aims to improve bicyclist safety, create guidelines
Michigan Rep. Holly Hughes introduced a bill to the House floor on Feb. 23, 2017, which might establish new regulations to make bicyclists safer on Michigan roads.
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MAP: See what parts of MSU's campus is affected by flooding
Check the map below to see what parts of MSU's campus and the surrounding areas are affected by flooding.
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Reports: Interim President Engler to donate $510,399 annual salary
MSU Interim President John Engler will donate his salary back into MSU organizations and waive healthcare and retirement benefits.