Tom Izzo: This team gave everything
The locker room was neither loud nor silent. It was filled with the space where tears, hugs, goodbyes and gratitude reside.
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'We never quit': How MSU’s resolve defined its Sweet 16 win
It was a performance emblematic of a team that may bend but rarely breaks — a sturdiness now defining MSU’s NCAA Tournament run.
MSU's journey back to Atlanta shows how far its come — and can still go
Four and a half months ago, Michigan State men’s basketball walked off the court at State Farm Arena in Atlanta with more questions than answers.
MSU digs deep, punches Sweet 16 ticket in 71-63 win vs. New Mexico
For 35 minutes, Michigan State University men’s basketball and New Mexico kept trading punches. Then, the Spartans delivered the final blow.
MSU's pursuit of deep tournament run starts with lessons learned
"Be ready. It’s March. Anything can happen, so you got to be ready," Richardson recalled Nairn telling the Spartans.
In loss to Wisconsin, MSU reminded of 'little things' that decide March hoops
The Spartans were reminded of how costly even the simplest mistakes can prove.
In portal era, Jaden Akins stayed — and helped restore MSU’s title standard
Jaden Akins had always carried himself with control, but the last four years built this moment.
MSU-Michigan men's basketball rivalry reignites with Big Ten race on the line
“This is really serious, and coach is going to be on a new level,” Carson Cooper said, directing his message at MSU’s “new guys.”
Five MSU victories that define Izzo’s journey to Big Ten wins record
Tom Izzo now stands alone as the winningest coach in Big Ten history.
'Strength in numbers' motto defines MSU's gritty win vs. Illinois
In 2025, few Division I high-major college basketball coaches rely on a 10-man rotation.
Tom Izzo frustrated by 'pedestrian-like' MSU performance vs. Penn State
Tom Izzo found little to celebrate after his team’s 90-85 victory over Penn State on Wednesday night.
What we learned in MSU men's basketball's blowout of Niagara
At practice before its second game of the season Thursday, the MSU men’s basketball team was paid a visit by program legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
2024 NFL Draft
Keon Coleman: MSU Spartan, FSU Seminole, Buffalo Bill
Former MSU standout wide receiver Keon Coleman – who transferred to Florida State in April 2023 – completed his journey to the NFL Friday night, taken off the board by the Buffalo Bills at No. 33 overall, the first pick in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
While the Mel Tucker era at Michigan State will forever live in infamy, it featured one of the best athletes the school has seen.
After trading All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs to Houston, the Bills were without a big receiving targe
While the Mel Tucker era at Michigan State will forever live in infamy, it featured one of the best athletes the school has seen.
After trading All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs to Houston, the Bills were without a big receiving targe
Lions fans ecstatic after Detroit trades up to draft Terrion Arnold at No. 24 overall
Whenever an NFL general manager's name gets shouted in unison by a contingent of their team's fanbase in the heart of downtown, they’re doing something right.
In Detroit on Thursday night, the reaction to the hometown Lions trading up five spots to take Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold at No. 24 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft was nothing short of euphoric. For the 30 or so Lions fans standing at the corner of Woodward Avenue and State Street, it warranted a chanting of Holmes' name.
"Brad Holm
In Detroit on Thursday night, the reaction to the hometown Lions trading up five spots to take Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold at No. 24 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft was nothing short of euphoric. For the 30 or so Lions fans standing at the corner of Woodward Avenue and State Street, it warranted a chanting of Holmes' name.
"Brad Holm
Caleb Williams' journey to the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft
On Thursday night, he became another: the first name announced at the 2024 NFL Draft.
Since 2021, quarterback Caleb Williams has been many things: a five-star recruit out of high school, a college backup and a superstar leading an underperforming team.
In just three short years, the Washington D.C. native has experienced the full spectrum of football highs and lows. In a matter of seconds in Detroit on Thursday, Williams was named the new savior of the Chicago Bears.
"It was a unique moment;
Since 2021, quarterback Caleb Williams has been many things: a five-star recruit out of high school, a college backup and a superstar leading an underperforming team.
In just three short years, the Washington D.C. native has experienced the full spectrum of football highs and lows. In a matter of seconds in Detroit on Thursday, Williams was named the new savior of the Chicago Bears.
"It was a unique moment;
Motown Magnified: 2024 NFL Draft shines a welcomed spotlight on Detroit
It’s been over two years since the most popular sport in America announced its 2024 draft would take place in the Motor City. In that time span, the hometown Lions have risen from the ashes of a perennial bottom-feeder in the NFL to a formidable force in the league. Detroit’s 2023 run to the NFC Championship placed it on a national stage, a position it hadn’t graced since its infamous winless season in 2008 – when the Lions were popular for all the wrong reasons.
The last nine months have chang
The last nine months have chang
Football
Former MSU football coach Mark Dantonio to be inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
The winningest coach in Michigan State football history will be inducted into the National Football Foundation’s College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2024.
Tom Izzo: New head football coach Jonathan Smith is an 'excellent addition'
Michigan State head basketball coach Tom Izzo didn't waste any time commending MSU football's recent head coach hiring during his Monday press conference.
Harlon Barnett expects to receive consideration for full-time head coaching position, Izzo backs decision
Michigan State interim head football coach Harlon Barnett has made one thing clear from the moment he was named as acting head coach on Sept. 10 — he wants to turn the interim tag into a full-time position.
Meet Harlon Barnett, MSU football's acting head coach amid Mel Tucker suspension
Following the suspension of Michigan State Football Head Coach Mel Tucker, former Spartan defensive back and secondary coach Harlon Barnett was chosen to lead MSU Football through the uncertain time as acting head coach.
Men's Basketball (2023-24)
MSU men's basketball's season ended by No. 1 North Carolina, falls 85-69 in second round of March Madness
In 40 minutes, MSU was everything it had been this season: a fast-paced, experience-led group, a team fighting to stay afloat and a group whose crumbling for even just a few minutes was enough to bury it.
MSU men's basketball overcomes first-half woes to top Michigan 81-62 for Izzo's 700th career win
In one of its toughest tests of the season on Friday, Michigan State’s men’s basketball team faltered on the road. Four days later, the Spartans rebounded at home against their chief rival.
MSU men’s basketball takes a step back in uninspiring defeat at No. 13 Wisconsin
MSU, however, was unable to capitalize on the prospects of knocking off the current Big Ten leader after falling behind early and failing to mount enough momentum to overcome the well-coached, experienced Badgers.
Michigan State’s men’s basketball entered the Kohl Center on Friday night as winners of eight out of its previous 10 games. Going head-to-head with the No. 13 Wisconsin Badgers, the Spartans faced one of just a handful of its remaining opportunities to pick up a statement conference w
Michigan State’s men’s basketball entered the Kohl Center on Friday night as winners of eight out of its previous 10 games. Going head-to-head with the No. 13 Wisconsin Badgers, the Spartans faced one of just a handful of its remaining opportunities to pick up a statement conference w
Steven Izzo notches first career points against Rutgers in 'magical' afternoon at Breslin Center
After five years, it finally happened.
MSU men's basketball handles No. 6 Baylor in 88-64 revival victory
Defend, rebound and run. It’s been the mantra for Michigan State basketball for 29 seasons under head coach Tom Izzo, a mantra Izzo said his team needed to return to following a 4-5 start and two losses to open Big Ten play.
Free-throw margin looms large in MSU basketball's 74-65 defeat versus Duke
Two early-season losses for the preseason-ranked No. 4 Michigan State men’s basketball team have presented some common deciding factors – free throws and poor shooting from three.
No. 4 MSU men's basketball shocked by James Madison in 79-76 upset for the ages
James Madison University pulled off an early-season shocker over the No. 4 Michigan State men’s basketball team Monday night on the back of 24 points from redshirt junior wing Terrence Edwards Jr. coupled with execution and shot-making in the final minutes.
'I love it': Tom Izzo talks preseason rankings, expectations for 2023-2024 season
Michigan State’s men’s basketball team enters 2023-2024 with the highest expectations it’s had in years.
Regional Reporting
Police say calls reporting MSU shooter’s location could not be verified until after incident
Police surround Michigan State University outside the Union after an active shooting on campus on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. —
According to the release, the 9:14 p.m. timestamp places a person seen matching the suspect description on Harrison Road and Grand River Avenue. Along with several other timestamps, the 9:14 p.m. was learned about throughout the course of the investigation and were unknown by law enforcement the night of the shooting.
With the release of investigation updates of the shooti
According to the release, the 9:14 p.m. timestamp places a person seen matching the suspect description on Harrison Road and Grand River Avenue. Along with several other timestamps, the 9:14 p.m. was learned about throughout the course of the investigation and were unknown by law enforcement the night of the shooting.
With the release of investigation updates of the shooti
Greater Lansing Dispensaries stock up for 'Black Friday,' 4/20
As the unofficial holiday of April 20 fast approaches, Greater Lansing dispensaries are gearing up for their premiere sales day of the year. The day, commonly referred to simply as "4/20," serves as a celebration of all things cannabis, pot, weed, ganja, bud or marijuana.
Michigan legalized recreational marijuana in 2018 with the passage of a constitutional amendment. Since then, The marijuana industry has experienced a period of rapid growth and transformation, with dispensaries striving to ke
Michigan legalized recreational marijuana in 2018 with the passage of a constitutional amendment. Since then, The marijuana industry has experienced a period of rapid growth and transformation, with dispensaries striving to ke
State lawmakers aim to restore ability for undocumented people to get license, ID
An empty House Chamber at the Michigan State Capitol on Feb. 15, 2023. —
The legislation, titled the Drive SAFE (Safety, Access, Freedom, and the Economy) was announced in a press conference Wednesday by House Majority Floor Leader Abraham Aiyash (D-Hamtramck). Aiyash said the legislation will allow Michigan’s communities to be safer and ensure that all Michigan residents are able to drive safely without fear of deportation.
In addition to a number of priorities around gun violence prevention
The legislation, titled the Drive SAFE (Safety, Access, Freedom, and the Economy) was announced in a press conference Wednesday by House Majority Floor Leader Abraham Aiyash (D-Hamtramck). Aiyash said the legislation will allow Michigan’s communities to be safer and ensure that all Michigan residents are able to drive safely without fear of deportation.
In addition to a number of priorities around gun violence prevention
Stoddard Starbucks workers frustrated over reduced hours, staffing shortages
Workers at the Grand River Avenue and Stoddard Starbucks in East Lansing said their hours have been reduced in recent months in efforts by the corporation to increase the store’s turnover rate and, ultimately, impact its status as a union store.
In March 2022, workers at the store announced they would be filing for a union election. Later, in June, the workers elected to be represented by Starbucks Workers United with a 19-0 vote.
Human development and family studies senior Lydia Rutkowski sta
In March 2022, workers at the store announced they would be filing for a union election. Later, in June, the workers elected to be represented by Starbucks Workers United with a 19-0 vote.
Human development and family studies senior Lydia Rutkowski sta
East Lansing Police Oversight commissioners talk use-of-force policies, procedures and reporting practices
The East Lansing Independent Police Oversight Commission convened Wednesday, March 2 to discuss the April 25 shooting, in which two East Lansing Police Department officers shot at DeAnthony VanAtten, a 21-year-old Black male in a Meijer parking lot.
The two officers did not face charges as Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said the officers’ use of force was justified.
Commissioner Robin Etchison said when the commission has the opportunity to thoroughly investigate the April 25 shooting,
The two officers did not face charges as Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said the officers’ use of force was justified.
Commissioner Robin Etchison said when the commission has the opportunity to thoroughly investigate the April 25 shooting,
East Lansing police in contact with mask man's family; monitoring for law violations
“Two ELPD officers met with the individual and his family members to discuss his recent behavior,” the police department said in a social media post. “At the meeting, it was explained to the individual by ELPD’s officers and his family that his behavior has raised concerns in the community."
What does Michigan's minimum wage increase really mean for workers?
On Jan. 1, the minimum wage in Michigan was increased from $9.87 per hour to $10.10 per hour, as set by Michigan’s Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act of 2018.
East Lansing City Council passes resolution designating city to be a "sanctuary city"
The vote followed a delay last month, after requests were made by the council to the city's legal team on effects the status could have and how the status would differ from East Lansing's current "safe haven" status passed in 2017.
