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Misleading ratings

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, July 31,2005 9:06 p.m.

The controversial video game, "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas" has unraveled so much debate, that its new rating (Adults Only) has infringed on many stores' ability to sell it. The "AO" rating comes after the realization that by downloading an Internet "mod," sexually explicit scenes can be unlocked only on the PC version of the game. These sexually explicit scenes caused for the rating to be changed from Mature to Adult Only. Rockstar Games, the maker of the GTA series, plans to release a "clean" version of San Andreas soon.

Superstitions and baseball: So happy together

By Alyson Brodsy and Jordan Majewski · Sunday, July 31,2005 8:50 p.m.

Baseball and superstitions have been entwined since the first day the game was ever played, which is well described in the book of Genesis, if I'm not mistaken. Superstitions in baseball have long included not touching the foul lines when you run off the field, and avoiding speaking to or even making eye contact with a pitcher in the middle of perfect game or no-hitter.

Sucking on the American tailpipe

By Alyson Brodsy and David A. Nosko · Sunday, July 31,2005 8:41 p.m.

Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, it's off to work I go -- in a gas-guzzling auto that empties my pocketbook just as fast as it's filled. Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, it's off to school I go -- with no where to park and congestion to boot. Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho.

Kelley dean revealed

By Dan Click · Thursday, July 28,2005 4:17 p.m.

Dan Smith, interim dean at the Kelley School of Business will be named the new dean today at 10 a.m. in the Kelley School at IU Purdue University at Indianapolis.

Players stay sharp in summer league

By Ari Shifron · Thursday, July 28,2005 1:36 p.m.

Awards, securing starting spots and pitching regularly. Despite these three accomplishments, IU baseball players feel they can still improve their game. Seniors Jay Brant, Clint Crosier and Ryan Parker, who all had a role in IU's season last year, are now staying in shape by playing in summer baseball leagues.

What we can learn from kids

By Mark Taracuk · Thursday, July 28,2005 1:31 p.m.

What is it about kids? Yes, they can be cute and adorable sometimes. But it's their young minds that fascinate me. They don't comprehend the same things that occupy us old folks, and they sometimes could honestly care less about them most of the time. That's why the adults of the world are slowly being pulled into a black hole; adults care too little about too much and don't ever really take a break.

Indiana inmate executed Wednesday in Michigan City

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Coyne · Thursday, July 28,2005 12:44 p.m.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- Kevin A. Conner got his wish. Conner, who was sent to Indiana's death row for his conviction in a 1988 triple-killing, didn't want any last-minute appeals or clemency from Gov. Mitch Daniels. There were none.

New rating slows down Grand Theft Auto

By Jordan Majewski · Thursday, July 28,2005 12:41 p.m.

The entertainment industry has frequently seen battles over sexually explicit material in the movies and in music, but now it may have turned to video games.

Around the country

Thursday, July 28,2005 12:39 p.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Starting this year, Ohio State University faculty members will find it harder to divide their time between OSU and other universities because of Ohio State's new conflict of commitment policy.

'Celebration Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow'

Thursday, July 28,2005 12:17 p.m.

With the Monroe County Fair continuing through Saturday, community members can enjoy the rides, competitions, tastes and good times through this weekend.

Should Indiana have capital punishment in its legal system?

Thursday, July 28,2005 2:16 a.m.

Bloomington residents react to state or local issues.

Suspect flees after theft with large gun

By Michael Zennie · Thursday, July 28,2005 2:09 a.m.

An armed man robbed the Key Bank on College Mall Road at approximately 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. The same bank was robbed two weeks ago to the hour by a man with a description similar to Wednesday's robber.

Discovery launch renews hope for NASA

By Matt McMullan · Thursday, July 28,2005 2 a.m.

The space shuttle Discovery soared into orbit Tuesday, and with it rode the renewed hopes, aspirations and confidence of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Governor appoints 3 new trustees

By Mike Malik · Thursday, July 28,2005 2 a.m.

Gov. Mitch Daniels announced his appointments to the IU board of trustees Wednesday, filling three seats whose terms expired this summer, including the student trustee.

A fair to remember

By Matt McMullan · Thursday, July 28,2005 2 a.m.

Late afternoon, Monday: The temperature, by conservative estimates, is in the high 90s, and when humidity is factored in, it feels like much more.

Police: Man likely drowned in Lake Monroe

By Mike Malik · Thursday, July 28,2005 1:19 a.m.

Divers began searching a section of Lake Monroe late Tuesday afternoon for the body of Tim Browning, 21, of Bedford. Police say Browning had been tubing without a life vest.

Around town

Thursday, July 28,2005 12:55 a.m.

A list of events around town

Exiled Prime Minister from Burma to speak in Bloomington

Thursday, July 28,2005 12:49 a.m.

The Center for International Education and Development Assistance and IU will host the Annual Burmese Refugee Scholarship Program Friday through Sunday. The highlight of the weekend will be exiled Prime Minister of Burma Dr. Sein Win.

Some students find Gmail better

By Jordan Majewski · Thursday, July 28,2005 12:48 a.m.

Many IU students are making a move, and it has nothing to do with finding a new place to live.

Local bridge receives federal grant for historic renovations

By Hannah Lodge · Thursday, July 28,2005 12:33 a.m.

One of Monroe County's oldest bridges is about to receive a $485,000 face-lift.

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