Topic: Michigan State University

Michigan's Hutaree militia: Band of gun enthusiasts or a threat to the US?

Members of the Hutaree militia were arrested in 2010 for allegedly planning 'war against the United States.' Their trial on 'seditious conspiracy' and other charges opened this week.

College tuition costs: Hold 'em down or else, Obama says

College tuition costs could determine how much federal aid colleges and universities get, President Obama says in a speech at the University of Michigan. College tuition costs rose 7 percent at the university this year. 

US labor board under fire in latest union-Republican clash

Amid unrest over perceived economic injustices, some Republicans vow to abolish the National Labor Relations Board. The labor board, they say, is impeding economic recovery. Can they succeed?
12/01/2011 12:56 pm

Good news at last for college graduates: an improved job outlook

Hiring of the next crop of college graduates will increase about 7 percent over the 2010-11 academic year, according to a new survey. But competition for jobs will still be fierce.
11/18/2011 04:23 pm

Mayor's last-ditch effort to save Detroit would privatize 88,000 streetlights

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing asked for deep cuts and concessions from unions and city officials to stave off a state takeover. Privatizing streetlights and buses is one part of his plan. 
11/17/2011 07:40 pm

Counteracting urban blight

A Christian Science perspective.
07/27/2011 10:30 am

Retooling the Motor City: Can Detroit save itself?

A retooling plan for Detroit – involving controversial razing, shrinking, and repurposing – is under way as the Motor City tries to save itself.
07/23/2011 02:31 pm

Joplin, Missouri, tornado: Warnings pale in season of violent twisters

Residents of Joplin, Missouri, had about 20 minutes of warning before a tornado strike Sunday. But this spring, early warnings have not been enough to prevent high death tolls from tornadoes.
05/23/2011 03:04 pm

Job opportunities on the rise: Five things new college grads should know

Thanks to improved job opportunities, this year’s crop of college graduates won’t have to hit the pavement quite as hard as their counterparts did in the past few years. Their spring job outlook is the best it’s been since 2007, with employers planning to hire 10 to 20 percent more new graduates this year than they did last year, according to two recent surveys. Here’s a breakdown of hiring and salary prospects for various industries, college majors, and skill sets:
04/15/2011 03:31 pm

NCAA women's Sweet 16: Top seeds and some surprises

The NCAA women's basketball tournament has reached the round of 16. Unlike the men's tournament, all four top regional seeds have moved on to the Sweet 16.
03/23/2011 03:19 pm

Spotted knapweed control efforts worry beekeepers

Spotted knapweed: It's not clear why Michigan beekeepers are so worried about knapweed control when those in other states haven't been as much. Some in the industry speculated Michigan beekeepers may rely on knapweed more for nectar and pollen than those in other states.
12/21/2010 11:20 am

Pistons sale raises hopes that downtown Detroit will get a boost

A family-owned company in Detroit has reportedly secured the highest bid to buy basketball's Detroit Pistons. Some say the firm wants to move the team downtown to help revive the city.
10/06/2010 08:08 pm

Women more knowledgeable than men on global warming, survey says

Women have a greater knowledge of climate change than men, and are more likely to support the scientific consensus on human-caused global warming, an analysis of Gallup data shows.
09/15/2010 02:57 pm

Africa Monitor Mozambique food riots belie African agricultural success

Mozambique’s food riots in the capital city of Maputo reinforce the pessimistic outlook for Africa's food future, but several places on the continent are producing food surpluses.
09/07/2010 12:44 pm

Opinion ADHD: Has this diagnostic fad run its course?

Like hysteria before it, ADHD has been a disorder of its time. And now it’s time to leave it behind and make a commitment to helping children be their best.
08/19/2010 05:34 pm

What's worse for Lake Michigan -- Kalamazoo River spill or Asian carp?

While Chicago Mayor Daley called an oil spill in the Kalamazoo River a bigger threat to Lake Michigan than Asian carp, many scientists disagree. Is the mayor playing politics, or is he on to something?
07/30/2010 10:33 am

Corpse flower: Putrid-smelling giant flower blooms in Michigan

Corpse flower: Amorphophallus titanum, a five-foot tall, foul-smelling plant native to Sumatra, bloomed Friday for the first time in 15 years at Michigan State University.
06/17/2010 02:47 pm

The Sports Economist Can South Africa afford the World Cup?

The Cup's tab comes to about $122 per South African -- a substantial sum relative to public revenues of about $75 billion
06/08/2010 10:24 am

Obama at Kalamazoo Central High School: How did it win the honor?

Kalamazoo Central High School beat out more than 1,000 applicants to win the Race to the Top High School Commencement Challenge. Obama delivers the school's graduation speech Monday night.
06/07/2010 08:13 pm

Congratulations, class of 2010 college graduates! Are you hired yet?

In a still-tight job market, college graduates have their sights set on more education and opportunities abroad. Demand is up for statistics, finance, and accounting majors.
05/14/2010 02:40 pm

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Environmentally friendly detergents: Are they for you?

Choosing environmentally friendly detergents can make a difference to the environment and save you money.
04/06/2010 08:20 pm

The candy machine just sold me an iPod

Popping up in military bases, airports, fast-food restaurants, and hospitals is a new kind of vending machine that offers everything from a DVD rental to a digital camera.
03/24/2010 01:18 pm

From Marriott to Ernst & Young to General Mills, why some companies excel

From personalized development plans to comprehensive wellness programs, some of America's top companies excel through treating their employees excellently.
12/08/2009 12:00 am

New tale of Detroit's woe: Pontiac Silverdome sold for $583,000

Pontiac, Mich., sold the 80,300-seat Silverdome for $583,000 Wednesday. The former home of the Detroit Lions cost $55.7 million to build in 1975.
11/18/2009 12:00 am