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In the news today: 'Give Green Day' raises over $1.3 million via 7,053 donations. Installation of 300 new cameras on campus complete. Both MSU baseball and softball walk off Wednesday's games with wins. 

In the news today: MSU engineering professor accused of criminal sexual conduct has charges updated. Alleged racial discrimination at Lansing-based company brings protest downtown. MSU gymnastics prepares for their first NCAA regionals since 2016. 

In the news today: New MSU research improves crop yield predictions. Lack of diversity in James Madison College presents challenges for students. MSU students unfazed by United National climate report outlook. 

In the news today: Students gather for climate rally outside Michigan Capitol. Lansing Micro Market welcomes 6 new businesses. Former Spartans Shilique Calhoun and Matt McQuaid in attendance as MSU tennis falls to Wisconsin. 

In the news today: Students react to campus life without the mask mandate. ICHD and MSU to hold COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Monday. Clemson guard and former Michigan Miss Basketball Gabby Elliott transfers to MSU. 

In the news today: Tri-County Office of Aging searching for MSU students to help with local seniors. GSCC hosts its second queering racial justice summit. Russian MSU students react to invasion of Ukraine. 

In the news today: Where in East Lansing did St. Patrick's Day crime occur? Movies by and about women to watch this Women's History Month. Michigan State softball blanks Central Michigan 8-0. 

In the news today: Michigan State University holds no direct Russian investments. 'Stand with Ukraine' rally at the Michigan State Capitol. 2022 MSU hockey commit Gavin Best looks to help return the program to its glory days. 

In the news today: Trustee Melanie Foster running to keep her position on Board of Trustees. The state of Michigan moves to divest from Russian businesses. Michigan State baseball completes the sweep over Houston Baptist in doubleheader. 

In the news today: Renee Elise Goldsberry's homecoming to the Wharton Center. Despite not pursuing a career in the NFL, Luke Campbell performed at MSU's Pro Day for a special cause. Michigan State eyes first-round reunion with Davidson's Foster Loyer. 

In the news today: College Media Madness-Help The State News win a championship. Kenneth Walker III begins his final path to the draft, offers his farewell to Michigan State. Graduating seniors prepare to enter the workforce as college years come to an end. 

In the news today: How a Chinese chip ban shut down a security camera at Yakeley Hall. Ukrainian Student Organization holds webinar with former US Ambassador to Ukraine. NSNC advises students on having a responsible St. Patrick's Day. 

In the news today: Ingham County's COVID-19 cases nose-dive. A look into MSU's relationship with campus workers. Taro Harasaki drums to his own beat in Drum Tao at the Wharton Center. 

In the news today: Brendan Santo autopsy reveals cause of death as accidental drowning. Grand River Starbucks files for union; Lake Lansing store has trial. Michigan State earns 7 seed, will play Davidson in First Round of NCAA Tournament. 

In the news today: MSU student designs product to prevent limescale. Michigan State Hockey to make big changes for 2022-23. Spartans comeback bid falters in final minutes of Purdue. 

In the news today: MSU to lift mask mandate for most indoor settings on March 6. Applications open for 2022 'SpartaHack' programming marathon. Spartans take down Boilermakers in 2nd round opener. 

In the news today: MSU names new VP of university advancement. How Biden's deputy secretary went from green-and-white to White House. MSU community shows support for Ukraine at 'Spartans Stand With Ukraine' rally. 

In the news today: The City of East Lansing may use stimulus funds to further sustainability efforts. African history museum offers opportunity to explore local, global Black history. New McLaren-MSU health campus opens doors. 

In the news today: MSU embraces virtual learning in online grad programs. How the pandemic sheds new light on MSU's supply chain program. Heart Healthy: Cardiovascular MRI imaging is now at Sparrow Hospital. 

In the news today: MSU men's basketball snaps losing streak with 68-65 over Purdue. Erica Simone Barnett takes the stage at Mean Girls at the Wharton Center. Michigan State hockey snaps 13-game losing streak with win over Penn State. 

In the news today: ASMSU pushes for free menstrual products around East Lansing. MSU-led research receives 750k USDA grant for soil health study. Biden says invasion of Ukraine is 'flagrant aggression,' vows U.S. will not join conflict.  

In the news today: Inside the DOE's $1.7 million investment into sustainable plastic research at MSU. 'Bringing together communities' MSU professors to open bookstore, cafe and wine bar. Final MSU Men's Basketball against Iowa. 

In the news today: IPF introduces new navigational app for employees. Renee Knake Jefferson running to keep Board of Trustees seat. MSU women's basketball final against Penn State. 

THIS IS THE STATE FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND WHERE WE BRING YOU THE HEADLINES THAT MATTER.  I'M RACHEL FULTON. On Feb. 19, the mandate requiring masks in educational institutions was lifted in Ingham county.  According to Ingham county health officer Linda Vail more people in the county have received the vaccine, resulting in the reports of significant low numbers of COVID-19. Cases have dropped b...

In the news today: CATA board of directors debate route expansion. How Maya Washington learned about her father's historic legacy. Michigan State Wrestling sneaks out a victory over Central Michigan.