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In the news today: MDHHS released guidelines for holiday travel, haunted history goes virtual, and ELPD searches for stolen Peace Pole.

In the news today: Michigan State to double dorm occupancy, Recent Whitmer kidnapping plot renews calls to ban firearms in Michigan Capitol, and Whitmer sounds the alarm on rising COVID-19 cases in Michigan.

In the news today: MSU implements an updated credit/no credit grading option, U of M students ordered to stay in place, and Campus Street Sportwear to close permanently.

In the news today: MSU library to hold a virtual screening of "RGB," A spooky guide to a safe and fun Halloween, and EL Mayor signs letter to the Big Ten addressing safety this football season.

In the news today: Magic Johnson endorses presidential nominee Joe Biden and several bills were approved to move on to the Associated Students of Michigan State University General Assembly this past Thursday.

In the news today: MSU co-founded cancer research company collab shows promise, Owners of Twichell's Dry Cleaners look to the future after closing and the final debate between Elissa Slotkin and Paul Junge.

In the news today: Stanley provides an update on MSU finances following state appropriations, State departments, MSU release pilot app for early detection, and AG Nessel charges 8th man in terrorism plot against Gov. Whitmer.

In the news today: ICHD and MDHHS react as Supreme Court denies to extend Whitmer's executive orders, International students adjust to online learning, and Health Officer Linda Vail warns a second wave of COVID-19 may come in the winter.

In the news today: New laws allow expungement of marijuana offenses, EL police oversight committee has first meeting, and Michigan State baseball returns to practice after long wait.

In the news today: President Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court, Gov. Whitmer announces high-speed internet increase initiative, and MSU community celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day.

In the news today: $7.1 million renewed to MSU-led CucCAP project, Kellogg Center is only location being used for student isolation housing, and Gov. Whitmer receives support at Capitol following kidnapping threats.

In the news today: Feds thwart plot to kidnap Gov. Whitmer, according to FBI affidavit.

In the news today: East Lansing City Council votes unanimously to continue the state of emergency, and the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams unlocks federal approval.

In the news today: MSU COVID-19 percent positivity rate falls, Big Ten hockey sets season start date for Nov. 13, and Michigan State selects Jabbar Bennet as chief diversity officer.

In the news today: ASMSU updates recommendations for the spring semester, ASMSU approves a bill amending their Code of Operations, and applications for the East Lansing Art Festival are now live.

In the news today: The Michigan Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Gov. Whitmer lacked the authority after April 30 to declare a state of emergency, four countywide emergency orders issued after court ruling, and RHS leadership discuss the decision to furlough over 700 students.

In the news today: EL City Clerk office to open satellite office for the upcoming election, Mayor extends state of emergency and mask order, and furloughed student workers express concerns at town hall.

In the news today: EL restaurants persevere as curbside pickup isn't sustainable, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail stresses less COVID-19 testing leads to a false idea of decrease, and Spartan Solidarity Network demand furloughed student workers be rehired.

In the news today: Trustee Brianna Scott talks next semester, AG recently launched an investigation into Unlock Michigan, and The U.S. Department of Homeland Security new proposal could limit the duration of immigration status for international students.

In the news today: Michigan's University Research Corridor presidents discuss a return to normalcy, Pleasantrees offers East Lansing's first recreational marijuana location, and Fraser Tea partners with Biggby Coffee.

In the news today: Movie theaters, bowling alleys and arcades set to reopen Oct. 9, James Madison College Student Senate receives 14 student group signatures demanding MSU to rehire RHS student employees who were recently furloughed, and local T-shirt company helps EL businesses.

In the news today: Rep. Slotkin and Paul Junge talk COVID-19 relief, EL City Council approves City Attorney replacement, and Harbor Bay Real Estate issued violation in leasing of Newman Lofts.

In the news today: With 1,250 COVID-19 cases connected to MSU, ICHD asks the student body to get tested regularly to avoid further restrictions, Michigan Department of State recommends sending ballots via mail by Oct. 19, and the City of East Lansing announces Kim Johnson as new ELPD chief.

In the news today: A voter registration rally ahead of Nov. 3, vehicle theft suspect in custody, and Residential and Hospitality Services student employees furloughed under short notice.

In the news today: 16 students will campaign to fill seats within six colleges in a special Fall election for General Assembly, President Trump gives Tik Tok until November 12th to resolve national security concerns, and MSU athletics announces that 12% of student-athletes tested for the Corona Virus came up positive.