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Writer discusses drug trade

By Ashley Jenkins · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 8:35 p.m.

Investigative reporter Fariba Nawa discussed the interaction between human trafficking and drugs in a talk Tuesday as part of IU’s “Human Trafficking Awareness Week” at the Center for the Study of Global Change.

Ritz files suit against education board

Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 4:29 p.m.

The lawsuit alleges members of the board violated Indiana’s Open Door Law by taking action in secret by drafting, or directing the drafting of, a letter they sent to President Pro Tempore David Long and Speaker Brian Bosma dated Oct. 16, 2013

Matthew Shepard’s mother speaks today in IMU, protest scheduled

Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 1:35 p.m.

Activist speaker Judy Shepard will come to IU tonight to speak about preventing hate crimes.

Despite Title IX, sports’ gender inequity persists

By Michael Auslen · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:32 a.m.

On average, seven times as many fans have watched the men play at home this season than the women, according to IU Athletics Department data. The men’s budget is 1 1/2 times larger than the women’s. Men’s Coach Todd Yeagley’s base salary is almost twice as much as Women’s Coach Amy Berbary.

Barenaked Ladies to perform at Auditorium

Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:29 a.m.

Tickets for the show start at $25 for students and $35 for the general public. Tickets can be purchased starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday and until the time of the show at the IU Auditorium Box Office or at iuauditorium.com.

Union Board vetoes election overhaul elections

By Torie Schumacher · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:27 a.m.

Union Board rejected a motion Monday for a new committee structure which would allow students to run for a director position with a specific platform instead of being placed on a committee or position after being elected to the board of directors.

Carrender to plead not guilty in murder

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:07 a.m.

Morgan County resident David Carrender said he will plead not guilty in the Oct. 13 murder of his 19-year-old son, Wyatt Carrender.

Medical corporation to relocate to Bloomington

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:06 a.m.

Eight Medical Corporation, a medical device distributor from St. Paul, Minn., has decided to relocate its offices to Bloomington.

Salvation Army begins annual holiday programs

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:05 a.m.

During the months of October, November and December, the Salvation Army will undertake efforts during the holiday season to help families in need by using holiday assistance programs.

Workers discuss human rights violations

By Sarah Zinn · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:04 a.m.

Yesterday evening, Yenny Perez and Pablo Avelino, two workers from the Alta Gracia, spoke about human rights in the garment industry at La Casa Latino Cultural Center.

Waste District teaches students about environment

By Stephen Kroll · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12:03 a.m.

Monroe County’s Solid Waste Management District offers free programs that teachers can order for their classes to educate students about preserving the environment.

Law school applications slow, admissions steady

By Suzanne Grossman · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

A recent survey shows law school admissions officers are cutting back their enrollment as the number of applications decline nationwide.

Attorney donates trauma kits

By Brianna Meyer · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

Local attorney Ken Nunn has donated more than 425 medical trauma packs to area law enforcement agencies.

Americans need to be more self-sufficient

By Edgar Haro · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

The Electronic Benefits Transfer food stamp card glitch that occurred in 17 states Oct. 12 was a chilling preview of the consequences concerning over-dependency on the government.

Rushed judgement

By Editorial Board · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

WE SAY: Judges shouldn't find themselves without sufficient information

Thank you, Planned Parenthood

By Casey Farrington · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

But thanks to the pamphlets one batch of protesters were armed with, I finally remembered to schedule a pelvic exam with Planned Parenthood.

The GOP needs a Huntsman

By Eduardo Salas · Tuesday, Oct. 22,2013 12 a.m.

If and when the party does come to its senses, it will see that it must embrace the future rather than fear it. And no Republican has done so better than former Utah governor Jon Huntsman.

Bloomington Police to take back drugs on Saturday Oct. 26

By IDS staff · Monday, Oct. 21,2013 11:59 p.m.

The Bloomington Police Department will participate in the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 26.

Rec Sports to offer freshman basketball league

By Angela Hawkins · Monday, Oct. 21,2013 11:57 p.m.

For the first time, freshmen will have reserved spots to play in an intramural basketball league specifically for first-year students.

Freshmen runners increase training level to adjust to collegiate competition

By Frank Bonner · Monday, Oct. 21,2013 11:57 p.m.

Helmer said the majority of the freshmen who join IU’s men’s and women’s cross country teams are redshirted their first year, which allows him to help them adjust to collegiate cross country.

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