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Michigan and Michigan State throw punches, push and shove after Wolverines beat rival Spartans
Read full article: Michigan and Michigan State throw punches, push and shove after Wolverines beat rival SpartansMichigan tight end Colston Loveland and Michigan State defensive end Anthony Jones pushed and shoved and butted helmets, triggering a skirmish with rivals throwing punches as the final seconds ticked off the clock Saturday night.
Former Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker sued by sexual assault survivor
Read full article: Former Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker sued by sexual assault survivorFormer Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker is hit with a lawsuit by the woman who accused him of sexual harassment.
Michigan State sued by quiz creator over Hitler question streamed on videoboards at football game
Read full article: Michigan State sued by quiz creator over Hitler question streamed on videoboards at football gameMichigan State has been sued over the Adolf Hitler question that appeared on Spartan Stadium screens before a game last season, with the quiz’s creator saying the university didn’t have permission to use its product that “was not created for a mass-market use at an American college football game.”.
State Board of Education urges review of Oxford school shooting at behest of victims’ parents
Read full article: State Board of Education urges review of Oxford school shooting at behest of victims’ parentsThe State Board of Education voted 7-1 to call upon the Michigan Legislature to require and fund a comprehensive independent review of the 2021 Oxford High School shooting in response to requests from parents of the four students who were killed.
MSU makes progress in safety after shooting, but more needs to be done
Read full article: MSU makes progress in safety after shooting, but more needs to be doneSecurity updates have been put in place one year after the mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University, but there is still a list of needed changes.
Former chancellor is set to become sixth Michigan State University president in 6 years
Read full article: Former chancellor is set to become sixth Michigan State University president in 6 yearsUNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz will be the sixth president of Michigan State University in six years, a university that has been plagued by scandal.
Emotional, chaotic board meeting at Michigan State University ends with same leadership in place
Read full article: Emotional, chaotic board meeting at Michigan State University ends with same leadership in placeAn emotional and, at times, chaotic board meeting at Michigan State University ended with the same leadership in place in East Lansing.
Report: Michigan State University finds Mel Tucker violated sexual harassment policy
Read full article: Report: Michigan State University finds Mel Tucker violated sexual harassment policyAccording to a USA Today report, Mel Tucker's accuser releases Michigan State University's 73-page report detailing the school's independent Title IX investigation findings.
Michigan State shows Hitler's image on videoboards in pregame quiz before loss to No. 2 Michigan
Read full article: Michigan State shows Hitler's image on videoboards in pregame quiz before loss to No. 2 MichiganMichigan State showed Adolf Hitler’s image as part of a pregame quiz on videoboards before playing No. 2 Michigan, and later apologized for the inappropriate content provided by an outside source.
Lawyers representing former MSU head coach Mel Tucker files motion to get text messages removed
Read full article: Lawyers representing former MSU head coach Mel Tucker files motion to get text messages removedMel Tucker filed a motion in federal court to get a temporary restraining order on text messages between Brenda Tracy and a now-deceased friend removed.
Tagovailoa, defense lead Maryland to an 31-9 victory Michigan State
Read full article: Tagovailoa, defense lead Maryland to an 31-9 victory Michigan StateTaulia Tagovailoa threw for three touchdowns and also ran for another and Maryland's defense forced five turnovers Saturday as the Terrapins beat Michigan State 31-9.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Latest scandal at Michigan State another setback to rebuilding efforts on, off the field
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Latest scandal at Michigan State another setback to rebuilding efforts on, off the field3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.
Michigan State University announces third-party data breach which could result in exposure for community
Read full article: Michigan State University announces third-party data breach which could result in exposure for communityIt has been approximated that over 500 entities and 30 million individuals in the United States have been impacted by the data breach.
Christy McDonald sits down with MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo for in-depth interview
Read full article: Christy McDonald sits down with MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo for in-depth interviewChristy McDonald sat down with Michigan State University head basketball coach Tom Izzo for an in-depth conversation.
Michigan State football’s Jayden Reed selected by Green Bay in second round of NFL draft
Read full article: Michigan State football’s Jayden Reed selected by Green Bay in second round of NFL draftMichigan State Spartans wide receiver Jayden Reed was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round of the NFL draft on Friday.
‘It’s something that can help humanity,’: MSU researchers test nanoparticles for heart disease
Read full article: ‘It’s something that can help humanity,’: MSU researchers test nanoparticles for heart diseaseCardiovascular disease is a massive problem as it is killing nearly 20 million people around the globe each year. But researchers at Michigan State University are thinking very small about new ways to fight heart disease.
Michigan attorney general renews request for nearly 6K documents related to Nassar case
Read full article: Michigan attorney general renews request for nearly 6K documents related to Nassar caseMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sent a letter Friday to the Michigan State Board of Trustees renewing her request for nearly 6,000 documents related to the Larry Nassar case.
59-year-old Fruitport man who made terrorist threats in court charged with domestic terrorism
Read full article: 59-year-old Fruitport man who made terrorist threats in court charged with domestic terrorismDaniel Callahan is facing charges of false reports or threats of terrorism and using a computer to commit a crime. Both offenses are 20-year felonies.
911 calls reveal chaos, fear during Michigan State University campus mass shooting
Read full article: 911 calls reveal chaos, fear during Michigan State University campus mass shootingThe sheer volume of calls, more than 2,000, the night of an active shooter at Michigan State University was overwhelming.
Michigan House approves gun law changes in wake of MSU mass shooting
Read full article: Michigan House approves gun law changes in wake of MSU mass shootingIn a late-night session, the Michigan House voted for universal background checks along party lines 56-53—the first of proposed new gun legislation in the wake of the mass shooting at Michigan State University.
Therapist Ronnie Hormel on mental health, processing traumatic events like mass shooting
Read full article: Therapist Ronnie Hormel on mental health, processing traumatic events like mass shootingIn the wake of the tragedy at MSU many in our community are experiencing confusion and difficulty comprehending how this could happen, again, in our own backyard - especially after the tragedy at Oxford High School less than two years ago.
Gov. Whitmer shares her plan for leading state after Michigan State mass shooting
Read full article: Gov. Whitmer shares her plan for leading state after Michigan State mass shootingMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer opened up in an interview on Friday, five days after a gunman opened fire at her alma mater Michigan State University.
University of Michigan to hold vigil for Michigan State students in Ann Arbor
Read full article: University of Michigan to hold vigil for Michigan State students in Ann ArborA vigil will take place on Wednesday evening on U-M's campus in honor of the Michigan State Community impacted by Monday's deadly shootings.
‘Spartan Strong’: 5 Michigan State students in critical condition after mass shooting on campus
Read full article: ‘Spartan Strong’: 5 Michigan State students in critical condition after mass shooting on campusFriends and family of five Michigan State University students held a vigil Tuesday afternoon, praying their loved ones would recover after their run-ins with the shooter.
4 dead including suspect, 5 injured in shooting at Michigan State University
Read full article: 4 dead including suspect, 5 injured in shooting at Michigan State UniversityMichigan State University Police and Public Safety Interim Deputy Chief Chris Rozman said during his 12 a.m. update that four people, including the suspect, have died, and five people were injured in the campus shooting at MSU.
Former Police Officer Darnell Blackburn Joins Local 4 News
Read full article: Former Police Officer Darnell Blackburn Joins Local 4 NewsFormer Police Officer Darnell Blackburn is joining WDIV-Local 4 as the station’s Crime and Safety Expert on all platforms -- Local 4 News on television, the station website clickondetroit.com, and on the station’s streaming channel Local 4+ -- it was announced today by station Vice President and General Manager Bob Ellis.
Michigan State Board of Trustees says no ‘viable path’ to restart swim and dive program
Read full article: Michigan State Board of Trustees says no ‘viable path’ to restart swim and dive programThe Michigan State University (MSU) Board of Trustees appeared to finally sink the hopes of dozens of swimmers and divers when they said they could not establish a swim and dive program during a meeting on Friday.
Faculty, students, alums call for transparency over dean resignation at Michigan State University
Read full article: Faculty, students, alums call for transparency over dean resignation at Michigan State UniversityNew outrage over an ongoing controversy at Michigan State University has students, faculty, and donors calling for the release of a new report about why the well-liked head of the business school was ousted earlier this year.
Michigan Stadium tunnel incident: MSU fined, Michigan reprimanded, 1 player suspended into 2023
Read full article: Michigan Stadium tunnel incident: MSU fined, Michigan reprimanded, 1 player suspended into 2023In an official statement about the Michigan Stadium tunnel incident, the Big Ten Conference said they would fine Michigan State University, reprimand the University of Michigan, and suspend one player from the Spartans into the 2023 season.
Michigan State football suspends 4 more after altercation at Big House; total up to 8
Read full article: Michigan State football suspends 4 more after altercation at Big House; total up to 8The Michigan State Spartans have suspended four more players for their involvement in the altercation that occurred at The Big House.
Provost named Michigan State University interim president
Read full article: Provost named Michigan State University interim presidentWhen looking to fill President Samuel L. Stanley’s role, Michigan State University was searching for someone that could step in immediately with working knowledge of how the school works.
Postgame incidents spoil celebration for Michigan football; 4 Michigan State players suspended
Read full article: Postgame incidents spoil celebration for Michigan football; 4 Michigan State players suspendedThe fallout from the scuffle could be costly as the family of cornerback Gemon Green told ESPN that they plan on taking legal action against all parties involved.
‘We’re going to leave them no mercy’: Will Michigan State make Michigan football eat those words?
Read full article: ‘We’re going to leave them no mercy’: Will Michigan State make Michigan football eat those words?It’s state championship week in Ann Arbor as the undefeated Michigan Wolverines will play host to the Michigan State Spartans Saturday under the lights at The Big House.
Tom Izzo’s unranked Michigan State team faces tough tests
Read full article: Tom Izzo’s unranked Michigan State team faces tough testsTom Izzo insists he has no plans to call it a career anytime soon.The Hall of Fame coach, who turns 68 in January, is entering his 28th season in charge of Michigan State’s program and his energy level hasn’t missed a beat.
Michigan State president resigns, saying he’s ‘lost confidence in action of Board of Trustees’
Read full article: Michigan State president resigns, saying he’s ‘lost confidence in action of Board of Trustees’Michigan State University President Samuel Stanley announced his resignation Thursday, saying he’s “lost confidence in the action of the current Board of Trustees.”
Michigan State University freshman wants more done to protect students after attack near campus
Read full article: Michigan State University freshman wants more done to protect students after attack near campusA freshman at Michigan State University said she was attacked near campus and even though she got away, she is worried about the safety of other students.
Michigan State University’s president breaks silence on controversy
Read full article: Michigan State University’s president breaks silence on controversyMichigan State University’s president broke his silence on the controversy and said he stands by the decisions and actions he’s taken, which has the Board of Trustees to the point they asked him to retire early.
Michigan State University president’s future uncertain amid turmoil
Read full article: Michigan State University president’s future uncertain amid turmoilAccording to the board chair, some trustee members are actively trying to remove him. The official comment from the university is that president Samuel Stanley is in contract negotiations.
Here’s how Parvo-like illness is affecting young dogs in Michigan
Read full article: Here’s how Parvo-like illness is affecting young dogs in MichiganThe state of Michigan Friday night warns pet owners about a mysterious illness affecting young dogs. The warning came after dozens of dogs got sick at a shelter up north, with 20 of them dying.
Lansing’s Green Dot Stables to close this week; owners exploring ‘other options’
Read full article: Lansing’s Green Dot Stables to close this week; owners exploring ‘other options’In a recent announcement, Lansing’s Green Dot Stables said that it will be closing for the summer following service on July 10.
NBA, former Michigan State star Miles Bridges arrested on felony domestic violence charges
Read full article: NBA, former Michigan State star Miles Bridges arrested on felony domestic violence chargesNBA player and Michigan native Miles Bridges has been arrested in Los Angeles in a reported domestic violence incident.
Poole parties all summer: Jordan Poole’s hot start ignites Golden State Warriors to NBA Championship
Read full article: Poole parties all summer: Jordan Poole’s hot start ignites Golden State Warriors to NBA ChampionshipThe Golden State Warriors took down the Boston Celtics 103-90 in game six of the 2022 NBA Finals, winning their fourth title in eight years and their seventh championship in franchise history.
‘What happened to Henry?’: Michigan State University’s first Black drum major disappeared 49 years ago
Read full article: ‘What happened to Henry?’: Michigan State University’s first Black drum major disappeared 49 years agoHenry Louis Baltimore Jr. disappeared 49 years ago, just days before he was scheduled to testify against a man who robbed him at gunpoint.
George Blaha’s life-threatening health scare, surgery, and his return to the mic
Read full article: George Blaha’s life-threatening health scare, surgery, and his return to the micI met with George Blaha recently to interview him about the medical ordeal he’s been through recently. Instead, he began our conversation by asking all about me.
Jamie Edmonds: I interviewed George Blaha, and he’s everything you’d expect
Read full article: Jamie Edmonds: I interviewed George Blaha, and he’s everything you’d expectI met with George Blaha recently to interview him about the medical ordeal he’s been through. Instead, he began our conversation asking all about me.
Jordan Poole, Warriors sink Dallas; 1 win away from NBA Finals
Read full article: Jordan Poole, Warriors sink Dallas; 1 win away from NBA FinalsThe emergence of Jordan Poole has the Golden State Warriors one game away from the NBA Finals after defeating Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks 109-103 on Sunday.
Former Ypsilanti star Emoni Bates lists Michigan basketball in top 6, sets June announcement date
Read full article: Former Ypsilanti star Emoni Bates lists Michigan basketball in top 6, sets June announcement dateFormer star Ypsilanti high schooler and current No. 1-ranked transfer player Emoni Bates recently entered the transfer portal, where he named the Michigan Wolverines one of his top six destinations ahead of the 2022 college basketball season.
‘I’m in shock’: Tom Izzo reacts after shooting death of former player Adreian Payne
Read full article: ‘I’m in shock’: Tom Izzo reacts after shooting death of former player Adreian PayneMichigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo released a statement after the shooting death of one of his former players, Adreian Payne, in Florida on Monday.
Former Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne, 31, killed in Florida shooting, police say
Read full article: Former Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne, 31, killed in Florida shooting, police sayFormer Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne, 31, was killed overnight in a Florida shooting, police said.
Investigating Brendan Santo’s death: Why were cameras not working on campus? What are police doing now?
Read full article: Investigating Brendan Santo’s death: Why were cameras not working on campus? What are police doing now?Big changes are coming to the campus of Michigan State University after a visiting college student was found dead in the Red Cedar River.
Karen Drew: Getting answers about security on Michigan State University’s campus after Brendan Santo’s death
Read full article: Karen Drew: Getting answers about security on Michigan State University’s campus after Brendan Santo’s deathI got so many calls and emails from parents asking me to investigate campus security at Michigan State University after Brendan Santo disappeared.
Michigan State University drops classroom masking, still requires COVID vaccines
Read full article: Michigan State University drops classroom masking, still requires COVID vaccinesMichigan State University is reevaluating its COVID-19 restrictions after virus cases declined significantly in recent weeks following a monthslong surge of infections and hospitalizations.
Michigan State tennis star overcomes losing 60 pounds, near-death bout with UC to lead team
Read full article: Michigan State tennis star overcomes losing 60 pounds, near-death bout with UC to lead teamA Michigan State tennis player who lost 60 pounds and had to re-learn how to sit up and walk due to a near-death bout with ulcerative colitis has returned to the court and seized the No. 1 position on his team.
Michigan State basketball falls to Duke in second round of NCAA Tournament
Read full article: Michigan State basketball falls to Duke in second round of NCAA TournamentDespite a major push late in the second half, Michigan State basketball lost a down-to-the-wire battle against Duke in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
Michigan State basketball defeats Davidson in first round of NCAA Tournament
Read full article: Michigan State basketball defeats Davidson in first round of NCAA TournamentMichigan State basketball rode a late surge Friday to knock off No. 10 seed Davidson and advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
2022 NCAA Tournament bracket: Michigan, Michigan State 1st round games - what to know
Read full article: 2022 NCAA Tournament bracket: Michigan, Michigan State 1st round games - what to knowThe 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament field is set as March Madness returns with fans for the first time since 2019.
2022 NCAA Tournament bracket: Michigan, Michigan State first round game times, TV info
Read full article: 2022 NCAA Tournament bracket: Michigan, Michigan State first round game times, TV infoThe 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament field is set as March Madness returns with fans for the first time since 2019.
How Michigan State football changed the game during segregation
Read full article: How Michigan State football changed the game during segregationBlack History Month is coming to a close, and all month we have been highlighting inspiring stories, and there’s a story from the world of college sports you might not know about.
Hear from the private investigator who found Brendan Santo’s body in the Red Cedar River
Read full article: Hear from the private investigator who found Brendan Santo’s body in the Red Cedar RiverBrendan Santo, 18, was visiting friends at Michigan State University over Halloween weekend last year when he went missing.
Meningitis case: Health officials encourage MSU, U-M students who attended certain parties go on antibiotics
Read full article: Meningitis case: Health officials encourage MSU, U-M students who attended certain parties go on antibioticsTwo universities and two counties are working together in hopes of saving lives after a college student was found to have bacterial meningitis.
Michigan State University Police: Body positively identified as Brendan Santo
Read full article: Michigan State University Police: Body positively identified as Brendan SantoThe Michigan State University police said Sunday the medical examiner has positively identified the body found Friday as Brendan Santo based on dental records.
Family of Brendan Santo calls for better safety measures near Red Cedar River
Read full article: Family of Brendan Santo calls for better safety measures near Red Cedar RiverThe family of Brendan Santo is asking for changes to Michigan State University’s campus after Santo’s body was found over the weekend in the Red Cedar River.
Body believed to be Brendan Santo found in river months after disappearance on Michigan State campus
Read full article: Body believed to be Brendan Santo found in river months after disappearance on Michigan State campusPolice said a body they believe to be Brendan Santo has been found in the Red Cedar River nearly three months after he disappeared on the campus of Michigan State University.
Michigan hospital officials cite first signs of early progress since COVID omicron surge
Read full article: Michigan hospital officials cite first signs of early progress since COVID omicron surgeFor the first time since the start of the COVID omicron surge in Michigan, hospital officials with the Henry Ford Health System said they’re starting to see some signs of early progress.
Giant asteroid to pass earth 1.2 million miles away
Read full article: Giant asteroid to pass earth 1.2 million miles awayAstronomers are saying that this is one case where you should absolutely look up. Face south in the night sky with some pretty strong binoculars or the telescope you got for Christmas.
Search for Brendan Santo nears 3 months after disappearance on Michigan State campus
Read full article: Search for Brendan Santo nears 3 months after disappearance on Michigan State campusIt’s been nearly three months since Brendan Santo was last seen at Michigan State University, but there’s still no sign of the missing Rochester Hills student.
Study finds Michigan State Police disproportionally stop, search Black drivers
Read full article: Study finds Michigan State Police disproportionally stop, search Black driversA study commissioned by Michigan State Police found racial and ethnic disparities in the outcomes of traffic stops conducted by troopers in 2020.
Here is Michigan State football’s new 2022 schedule, with Michigan game in Ann Arbor
Read full article: Here is Michigan State football’s new 2022 schedule, with Michigan game in Ann ArborThe new 2022 schedule for Michigan State football has finally been released by the Big Ten, with the Michigan game moved to Ann Arbor.
Michigan State University puts new COVID vaccination, testing requirements in place for indoor events
Read full article: Michigan State University puts new COVID vaccination, testing requirements in place for indoor eventsThe Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball team hosted the Nebraska Cornhuskers inside the Breslin Center Wednesday (Jan.5). The game was the first athletic event in East Lansing since the vaccination requirement was announced a couple of days ago.
Michigan State University to begin winter 2022 semester virtually amid COVID surge
Read full article: Michigan State University to begin winter 2022 semester virtually amid COVID surgeStudents at Michigan State University will be starting the upcoming semester online as the campus community and state continue to battle a surge in COVID-19 spread.
Reward increased 2 months after Brendan Santo’s disappearance at Michigan State
Read full article: Reward increased 2 months after Brendan Santo’s disappearance at Michigan StateIt’s been two months since Brendan Santo went missing on Michigan State University’s campus, and the reward for information that leads to his discovery is growing.
Ex-gymnastics coach wins appeal on Nassar-related conviction
Read full article: Ex-gymnastics coach wins appeal on Nassar-related convictionAn appeals court has overturned the conviction of a former Michigan State University gymnastics coach who was sentenced to jail for lying to investigators about her knowledge of sexual abuse complaints against Larry Nassar in the 1990s.
Michigan State football names Tate Myre honorary Spartan Dawg
Read full article: Michigan State football names Tate Myre honorary Spartan DawgMichigan State football coach Mel Tucker announced Wednesday that Oxford High School shooting victim Tate Myre has been named an honorary "Spartan Dawg" for next year's 2022 team.
Vigil held at Michigan State University to honor victims of Oxford High School shooting
Read full article: Vigil held at Michigan State University to honor victims of Oxford High School shootingCandlelight illuminated the sky in the heart of Spartan Country on Tuesday night as a vigil was held at Michigan State University in remembrance to the victims of the Oxford High School shooting.