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Demonstrators rally in Sudan at U.S. embassy

By Abdullah AlShihri and Alfred de Montesquiou · Sunday, June 3,2007 11:54 p.m.

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered Saturday in front of the American embassy in Sudan, shouting “God is great!” and “Down with the CIA!” to protest new U.S. economic sanctions on the country.

Tropical Storm Barry weakens into tropical depression; brings much-needed rain to Florida

By Abdullah AlShihri and Jim Ellis · Sunday, June 3,2007 11:53 p.m.

Tropical Storm Barry weakened into a tropical depression as it moved through Tampa Bay on Saturday, bringing nearly 7 inches of rain to parts of the drought-parched region.

4 charged, 3 arrested in JFK Airport terror plot

By Abdullah AlShihri and Adam Goldman · Sunday, June 3,2007 11:41 p.m.

Federal authorities announced Saturday they had broken up a suspected Muslim terrorist cell planning a “chilling” attack to destroy John F. Kennedy International Airport, kill thousands of people and trigger an economic catastrophe by blowing up a jet fuel artery that runs through populous residential neighborhoods.

RPS updates, renovates dormitories

By Nadia LaMantia · Sunday, June 3,2007 10:14 p.m.

While many IU students are relaxing this summer, Residential Programs and Services is working hard to fix up the residence halls in time for the fall semester.

Rockin' Tooth and Nail

By Sarah Neely and Sarah A. Neely · Sunday, June 3,2007 10:05 p.m.

Those who thought Blink-182’s slow descent from raw punk rock to a watered-down, made-for-MTV version of the same genre signified the end of the in-your-face music were wrong.

Interview with ‘American media man’ Tom Plate

By Chris Freiberg and Warren Christopher Freiberg · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:55 p.m.

While most authors might hope their books will become blockbusters, reaching thousands or even millions of people, Tom Plate wrote his latest book for one person – his daughter.

IU and Ivy Tech agreement ‘a labor of love’

By Zachary Osterman · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:52 p.m.

A dream come true. That was how outgoing Ivy Tech President Gerald Lamkin described a memorandum of agreement signed between IU and Ivy Tech Community College at The Bloomington Country Club Thursday.

MCCT presents Shakespeare in the park

By Emily Gibbons · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:48 p.m.

Despite overcast skies and a cool breeze hinting of rain, the Monroe County Civic Theater presented Shakespeare’s “Antony and Cleopatra” Friday night.

Summer comes early with artist’s watercolor gallery

By Michelle Manchir · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:41 p.m.

Summer is still 17 days away, but its colors and beauty were already present Friday evening at Bloomington artist and IU alumna Sara McQueen’s “Summer Images” opening reception at By Hand Gallery.

Director of student media dead at age 59

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:36 p.m.

Director of Student Media Dave Adams died over the weekend. He was 59. You can share your memories of Dave Adams on the IDS blog Dave Adams Remembered.

Judge refuses to drop Bush threat charge, clearing way for trial

By Alexandra R. Moses · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:32 p.m.

HAMMOND, Ind. – A judge refused to throw out a Purdue University student’s indictment on charges alleging he urged of the assassination of President George Bush and made threats against other administration officials.

Illinois threatens Hoosiers’ discounts

By Alexandra R. Moses · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:31 p.m.

HAMMOND, Ind.– The state of Illinois is again threatening to stop giving Hoosier drivers a 50 percent discount when using electronic passes on Illinois tollways if Indiana doesn’t reciprocate.

Bloomington city pools open for residents as summer begins

By Emily Gibbons · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:28 p.m.

Bryan Park Pool and Mills Pool opened Friday May 25, giving patrons the extended Memorial Day weekend to enjoy the water and sun.

Bloomington golf tournament gives helping hand to disadvantaged youth

By Nick O'Neill · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:21 p.m.

Golfers from all around Bloomington played through the heat on Wednesday as part of the 15th annual Don Brineman Memorial Scramble at the city’s Cascades Golf Course, 3550 N. Kinser Pike.

Intramurals continue into the summer months

By Linnea Coulter · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:18 p.m.

Although many campus activities in Bloomington cease during the summer, IU Campus Recreational Sports continues to offer intramurals to students who remain in town.

Track and field sends 4 to nationals

By Ryan Gregg · Sunday, June 3,2007 9:11 p.m.

The IU track and field squads will be sending four athletes to the 2007 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships this week, with the women’s squad sending three of those four athletes.

Flop, lock and drop it

By Mike Abrams · Sunday, June 3,2007 8:58 p.m.

Flopping used to be an art form, performed by only the best of the best in the NBA. It took a true champion to make a light tap look like a foul at the most opportune time.

A letter for Dave

By Brian Janosch · Sunday, June 3,2007 8:34 p.m.

Dear God, I’m writing to recommend David L. Adams for a position in heaven. Those who knew him best knew a lot about Dave – sometimes too much. They knew to call him “Dadams,” never “Dr. Adams,” and they knew to get used to the phrase “I probably shouldn’t be telling you this, but ... ”

On the loss of a good friend

By Zachary Osterman · Sunday, June 3,2007 8:32 p.m.

There are so many things one can say in times like these. There are so many things one should say in times like these.

Thank you, Dave. For everything.

Sunday, June 3,2007 8:27 p.m.

A free press, free speech and free public debate – most Americans take these things for granted. After all, these liberties have been guaranteed by the Bill of Rights since 1791. And yet, if you spend any significant amount of time in a newsroom, you’ll be amazed how often they’re challenged.

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