Richard Spencer attorney gives U-M ultimatum, threatens lawsuit
A representative for white nationalist Richard Spencer gave the University of Michigan an ultimatum Thursday: If U-M does not schedule Spencer to speak on campus by Jan. 15, he will sue the university in federal court.
Survivors frustrated with MSU's silence, handling of Nassar
"MSU, you were told, you were aware and you silenced us and allowed a pedophile to flourish,” survivor Larissa Boyce said.
Net neutrality and how its repeal might affect you
After the Federal Communications Commission announced two weeks ago it intends to repeal Obama-era nondiscrimination internet protections, known as "net neutrality," the internet as we know it is set for a revision.
Nassar sentenced to 60 years in federal child pornography cases
Ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar sentenced to 60 years in federal child pornography case. He received the maximum sentence.
Semester in review: The top stories from fall 2017
Throughout the past semester, MSU has been the topic of many important stories. Here is a look at some of the biggest stories of the semester.
Off-campus programs connect MSU with the rest of the state
From a tiny town in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to the state's biggest city, MSU's reach extends far from the banks of the Red Cedar.
MSU students grant wish lists for Christmas
MSU student organizations begin to get in the Christmas spirit early, by adopting families from the Haven House of East Lansing and granting them their wish list.
Attorney General calls for release of internal investigation results
Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette sent a letter to MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon Monday calling for the release of an internal investigation that looks into ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's work and impact at MSU.
LSJ editorial calls for Simon to resign
The Lansing State Journal editorial board called for MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon's resignation in an editorial the newspaper published Wednesday. The editorial board believes Simon has failed to keep women safe from sexual assault and harassment on campus.
Nassar to be sentenced for child pornography charges this week
Ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar will appear in federal court Thursday for his sentencing for three charges related to child pornography — charges that could land Nassar a combined prison sentence of 22-27 years.
City Council will not receive a raise for next two years
The mayor and city council members will not see a salary increase during the next two years, following a meeting of the Officer Compensation Commission.
East Lansing passes medical marijuana provisions
Medical marijuana is coming to the City of East Lansing.
MSU volunteer service award now open to international students
MSU’s Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement recently took the initiative to create its own Spartan Volunteer Service Award, after realizing international students were excluded from being able to receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award through the U.S.
MSU to build food research center in Detroit
A neighborhood in Detroit is about to hold Michigan State University’s very first urban-based center for food research in the beginning of 2018.
McLaren Health Care to build new hospital next to MSU
McLaren Health Care announced on Monday that it will be combining two of their current hospitals in the Lansing area into one that will be built adjacent to MSU.
Medical marijuana to be discussed by city council, residents can comment
People who want to give their opinions on medical marijuana in the City of East Lansing can speak at a public hearing Tuesday, Dec. 5.
ASMSU releases demographic report
At the last ASMSU General Assembly meeting, the student government debuted its first Demographic Report.
Nassar in the News: Nassar pleads guilty, Maroney won't testify
The State News Editorial Board calls for the truth. Feds say Nassar should get 60 years for child pornography charges. Nassar's victims won't testify at his federal sentencing. Nassar pleads guilty to three sex assault charges in Eaton County. The price tag for MSU's hired law firms is growing. Did Michigan State look the other way? Nassar's victims and attorneys call for change at MSU. Nassar pleads guilty to seven sex assault charges in Ingham County. Gabby Douglas says she was abused by Nassar.
ASMSU's Hughey Fund halted
ASMSU's endowment fund to collect money to aid survivors of sexual assault with recovery has been frozen from accepting donations due to an oversight in the creation process.