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China says North Korea must face 'some punitive actions' after reported nuclear test

By Alyson Brodsy and Nick Wadhams · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 11 p.m.

UNITED NATIONS -- North Korea must face "some punitive actions" for testing a nuclear device, China's U.N. ambassador said Tuesday, suggesting that Beijing may be willing to impose some form of Security Council sanctions against Pyongyang.

Indiana GOP calls for stricter illegal alien legislation

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 10:55 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indiana House Republicans will seek legislation designed to crack down on illegal immigration in Indiana, although some of their proposals announced Tuesday are already covered under federal law.

Lugar: North Korea problem vexing

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Davies · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 10:55 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- North Korea's nuclear test is a sign of the difficulties the United States will face with that country for years to come, Sen. Richard Lugar said Tuesday.

Man arrested for apartment robbery

By Michael Reschke · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 10:54 p.m.

A man was arrested early Monday morning after entering unlocked apartments and stealing residents' money, police said. Kevin D. Burchett, 22, was arrested at 4:38 a.m. Monday on preliminary charges of residential robbery and residential theft.

Hill speaks about Foley, health care at meeting

By Chris Freiberg and Warren Christopher Freiberg · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 10:52 p.m.

Democratic hopeful for the 9th District Congressional seat Baron Hill spoke for the second time in as many days to a Bloomington audience Tuesday afternoon.

N. Korea says it successfully tested nukes

By Burt Herman · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 8:53 a.m.

SEOUL, South Korea -- North Korea faced global condemnation and calls for harsh sanctions Monday after it announced that it had set off an atomic weapon underground, a test that thrusts the secretive communist state into the elite club of nuclear-armed nations.

Online Only: Bloomington crash course

By Alyson Brodsy and Tyler James Perry · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 7:53 a.m.

In my time in Bloomington, I've come to realize a few things: IU parking is a rip-off, riding the buses sucks and hardly anyone in this town knows how to drive. While I've seen idiot drivers from all over the country, Indiana drivers are among the worst. Don't worry, I'm not one of those trendy East coast kids dissing you redneck Indiana hicks. I'm actually from the Hoosier state, and because of my citizenship here, I've witnessed some spectacular feats in reckless driving.

Burn incident at Wal-Mart might bring 2nd suit

By Sarah Core · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 12:27 a.m.

Three days after the family of a man severely burned in an August electrical fire at the new Bloomington Wal-Mart Supercenter filed suit against Wal-Mart and two other companies, a lawyer for another worker's family members said they are planning on suing.

Hill says Foley scandal could help Democrats

By Chris Freiberg and Warren Christopher Freiberg · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 12:27 a.m.

Democratic challenger for the 9th District congressional seat Baron Hill met with the IU College Democrats Monday afternoon to stress the importance of voting in the closely watched race.

Crushed by debt

By Brian Spegele · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 12:27 a.m.

A growing number of graduate students are being denied teaching assistantships, research assistantships and other tuition deferral programs -- forcing them to pay skyrocketing tuition costs without University aid.

Nuclear North Korea draws IU reaction

By Brian Spegele · Tuesday, Oct. 10,2006 12:23 a.m.

When North Korea announced it had successfully tested a nuclear weapon Monday morning, heads turned around the world.

Cancer screening offered in Bloomington

By Audrie Garrison · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:56 p.m.

The Olcott Center for Cancer Education at Bloomington Hospital is offering to help women solve one of life's greatest health mysteries: whether or not they have the gene mutation for breast or ovarian cancer.

Do you need umami?

By Dawn Lucas · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:55 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if it is possible to realistically eat less instead of more? Umami taste is a possibility!

Global warming highlights need to save energy

By Nick Dugan · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:53 p.m.

Every time we turn on a light switch, the energy to sustain it must be produced in an electricity plant, the majority of which burn fossil fuels to generate their energy.

Physics, astronomy open house fun for all

By Mal Hackleman · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:53 p.m.

The IU Physics and Astronomy Society asked a question Saturday to a crowded lecture hall in Swain West, and more than two-thirds of those in the classroom raised their hands with enthusiasm that would make any professor jealous.

Ball State grad condenses videos for families adopting from overseas

By Gail Koch · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:51 p.m.

MUNCIE -- With today's technology, it's easier than ever to capture a memory with a digital camera or video recorder.

Female entrepreneurs celebrated for starting successful businesses

By Brittany Harder · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:47 p.m.

Women entrepreneurs from around the country were honored for their dedication and success in the field Friday at the Symposium for Women Entrepreneurs Achievement and Tenacity conference.

Business isn't for everyone, some Kelley students find

By Chip Cutter · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:46 p.m.

When junior Cheri Hite first came to IU three years ago, business seemed like a natural fit.

Female entrepreneurs celebrated for starting successful businesses

By Brittany Harder · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:45 p.m.

Women entrepreneurs from around the country were honored for their dedication and success in the field Friday at the Symposium for Women Entrepreneurs Achievement and Tenacity conference.

Car stolen from fraternity

By Kristi Oloffson · Monday, Oct. 9,2006 11:44 p.m.

A member of Sigma Chi fraternity told police his car was stolen early Saturday morning, according to an IU Police Department report.

China says North Korea must face 'some punitive actions' after reported nuclear test

Indiana GOP calls for stricter illegal alien legislation

Lugar: North Korea problem vexing

Man arrested for apartment robbery

Hill speaks about Foley, health care at meeting

N. Korea says it successfully tested nukes

Online Only: Bloomington crash course

Burn incident at Wal-Mart might bring 2nd suit

Hill says Foley scandal could help Democrats

Crushed by debt

Nuclear North Korea draws IU reaction

Cancer screening offered in Bloomington

Do you need umami?

Global warming highlights need to save energy

Physics, astronomy open house fun for all

Ball State grad condenses videos for families adopting from overseas

Female entrepreneurs celebrated for starting successful businesses

Business isn't for everyone, some Kelley students find

Female entrepreneurs celebrated for starting successful businesses

Car stolen from fraternity

Tornado warning issued, later cancelled for Bloomington, parts of Monroe County

Indiana football lands 4-star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield

Indiana football secures 3-star cornerback Ramir Harris-Dupree

PHOTOS: Bloomington celebrates Juneteenth

2027 3-star linebacker Cain Brackney flips to Indiana football