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New York firefighter honored

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, April 15,2002 12:14 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Some New York City firefighters sought comfort in each other's arms as their former deputy chief posthumously received the first Ray Downey Courage and Valor Award at a dinner Saturday night.

Analysis shows Indiana job losses worst in the nation

By Alyson Brodsy and Associated Press · Monday, April 15,2002 12:12 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indiana has lost more jobs in the past two years than any other state. The approximately 3 percent setback -- seven times worse than the national average -- is so severe that neighboring industrial states look prosperous in comparison, an analysis of recent government statistics shows.

State hearings to discuss splitting up Ameritech

By Alyson Brodsy and Mark Jewell · Monday, April 15,2002 12:10 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Some unlikely allies have come together as state regulators prepare to open hearings on the latest battle over Ameritech Indiana's dominance in local phone service markets.

Florida Democrats' hearts with Gore

By Alyson Brodsy and Will Lester · Monday, April 15,2002 12:04 a.m.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Florida Democrats' hearts were with Al Gore this weekend, but many delegates said they're keeping an open mind about their preferences for the 2004 presidential race.

Enough with the fire alarms

By George Lyle IV · Sunday, April 14,2002 11:56 p.m.

When I started to write this column, I was originally going to write a commentary on the ever-recurring violence in the Israeli-Palestinian area and why both sides need to learn to live with each other. After some thought and some sleep; however, I happened to come across a more poignant problem closer to home.

Suspect named in Behrman case, alibi questionable

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, April 12,2002 1:57 a.m.

NASHVILLE, Ind. -- Prosecutors want a judge to raise the bond for a man named as a suspect in the disappearance of Jill Behrman, citing alleged threats he has made against people assisting investigators.

Powell in Israel to meet Sharon

By Alyson Brodsy and Barry Schweid · Friday, April 12,2002 1:57 a.m.

JERUSALEM -- Secretary of State Colin Powell challenged Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's limited withdrawal of troops from Palestinian areas Thursday, saying President Bush "wants to see more progress." On his way here, Powell said the pace of the Israeli pullback from West Bank cities and villages would be part of a "very long conversation" he would have with Sharon Friday. Powell talked with the Israeli prime minister by telephone Thursday.

Students protest for Palestine

By Nate Jackson · Friday, April 12,2002 1:57 a.m.

Students for the Justice of Palestine held a protest march and candle light vigil Thursday in front of the Monroe County court house. The SJP held the march and ceremony in protest of the recent Israeli incursions into Palestinian territories and to end the violence and Israeli occupation. Amin Hussein a Palestinian from Al-bireh, a suburb of Ramallah, explained the importance of the protest.

African American Choral Ensemble to perform

By Alyson Brodsy and Eddie Anderson · Friday, April 12,2002 1:53 a.m.

African-American music is rich in tradition and culture. And Saturday, the African American Choral Ensemble will proudly bring such tradition and culture to light.

Hoosiers return home

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, April 12,2002 1:43 a.m.

The No. 36 IU women's tennis team returns to Bloomington this weekend to take on Penn State and Ohio State. The Hoosiers face the Nittany Lions Saturday and the Buckeyes Sunday. Both matches are scheduled for 10 a.m. and will be held at the Indiana tennis complex.

Team looks to keep advantage

By Gavin Lesnick · Friday, April 12,2002 1:43 a.m.

Last weekend at the Indiana Invitational, the IU women's golf team lost a seven-stroke lead after the first two rounds and missed first place by two strokes. The week before, the team missed first by just three strokes at the Lady Seahawk Invitational, finishing third.

The clock is ticking; time is slowly running out for team

By Zack Eldridge · Friday, April 12,2002 1:42 a.m.

The IU men's tennis team gets healthier and healthier every day. In addition, the eight freshmen on the squad receive more experience through matches and practices, as the seniors look to finish their careers on a positive note.

Big Ten greatness relies on trip to Michigan; a four-game series

By Alyson Brodsy and Aaron Retherford · Friday, April 12,2002 1:41 a.m.

It's not common for entire seasons to revolve around only the third series on the conference schedule. But IU's campaign for Big Ten greatness relies on a successful trip to East Lansing this weekend.

Going for first Big Ten win

By Colin Nowling · Friday, April 12,2002 1:40 a.m.

Having split both of its doubleheaders this week, the IU softball team goes into this weekend's competition against Illinois and Purdue in search of its first win in Big Ten play. The Hoosiers head to Illinois (23-16, 3-5 Big Ten) tonight for a 6 p.m. game. IU (11-21-1, 0-8) and the Illini will also battle at noon Saturday in Champaign, Ill. The Hoosiers then travel to West Lafayette to take on rival Purdue (29-15, 0-6) in a doubleheader starting at noon Sunday.

Living at home isn't that bad

By Jeanne Wilson · Friday, April 12,2002 1:31 a.m.

Imagine this: You come home from your boyfriend's house Sunday evening and your roommates are in the kitchen eating dinner. Your plate is prepared and warming in the oven. You finish eating and try to help clear the table, but one of your roommates scolds, "Go do your homework!" As you head to your room, your roommates settle in front of the television. The "Lawrence Welk Show" theme music follows you up the stairs. This is my life.

Happy Birthday Mom

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Friday, April 12,2002 1:30 a.m.

When my mom turned 45, I told her she was halfway to 90. When she turned 48, I told her, "Nice job, you are halfway to 96." Today she turns 50, and I could be original and say, "Way to go, you're half a century old." Instead, I'm going to say, "Congratulations." The more I think about it, the more she should be praised for what she's been through in her 50 years.

O'Bannon blew it with education

By Jim Harper · Friday, April 12,2002 1:29 a.m.

Next year, IU students will once again face a tuition increase. It's easy to get caught up in finger-pointing about who is to blame for such increases. But this year, no such confusion is necessary. The fault lies in the lap of the Indiana General Assembly and Gov. Frank O'Bannon.

IUSF making poor decisions

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, April 12,2002 1:28 a.m.

The IU Student Foundation is, once again, considering reversing a decision regarding the eligibility of men's Little 500 third-place qualifier Team Major Taylor. IUSF has failed to apply the rules fairly across the board for all teams.

IUPD Blotter

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, April 12,2002 1:24 a.m.

The IU Police Department reported the following activity: April 5 • Nonstudent Andrew L. Deloney, 48, resident of Ralston Drive, was arrested at Tenth and Dunn streets for public intoxication. He was transported to Monroe County Jail. • Senior Brian J. Landrum, 22, resident of East 14th Street, was arrested and transported to Monroe County Jail after he vandalized a walkway light in Peoples' Park. Estimated damage is $200.

Job, internship market tight

By Sarah Payton · Friday, April 12,2002 1:23 a.m.

Susan Hamilton is a scholar. A senior and member of the Kelley School of Business Honors Program, Hamilton worked her way through the school's marketing program in three-and-a-half years, only dropping one class and maintaining above a 3.5 every semester. She seems to be an obvious candidate in any job search.