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Deceased suspect's charges dismissed

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1:05 a.m.

MARTINSVILLE -- A judge dismissed murder charges against a suspect who died, despite prosecutors' urging to keep the 34-year-old case open.

Police say discretion used in late-night stops arrests

By Stephanie Sims · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1:05 a.m.

The Bloomington Police Department has come under fire in the last month because of a letter received from the IU Student Association, accusing police officers of using "unfair" tactics when patrolling.

Elves and other myths

By Alyson Brodsy and Robert Oprisko · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1:04 a.m.

he United States is a marvelous nation which is determined to do its very best to allow individual citizens (and non-citizens) to think and believe whatever they wish. This marvelous sense of freedom comes, however, at a rather large price -- we get to hear all about said beliefs. If this were not true, you wouldn't be reading this article, fresh from the IDS.

Deadline looms for Nov. election

By Mark Skoskiewicz · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1:04 a.m.

The Oct. 7th deadline to register to vote in the upcoming Nov. 5 elections is fast approaching, and if past statistics are repeated, it is not likely that more than 30 percent of people under 24 will vote.

U.N. inspectors want unfettered access

By Alyson Brodsy and William J. Kole · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1 a.m.

VIENNA, Austria -- Opening talks with Iraqi experts Monday, the chief U.N. weapons inspector said he expected unfettered access to suspect sites if his teams return and full cooperation in the meantime to make that happen.

Embattled senator pulls out of race

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 1 a.m.

TRENTON, N.J. -- Dogged by questions about his ethics and falling in the polls, Democratic Sen. Robert Torricelli abruptly dropped his bid for a second term Monday, throwing a twist into the battle for the Senate just five weeks before Election Day.

Free speech for all ya'll

By Alyson Brodsy and George Lyle IV · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:58 a.m.

IU, just like most other institutions of higher learning, has had a long history of activism and free speech. From student demonstrations against the Vietnam War to the more recent Black Student Union forums about the mural in Woodburn Hall, controversial issues have been confronted and discussed in and around these halls and pathways. In that continuance, we now must deal with the evangelists.

Depth key as men's cross country team positions for Big 10 title run

By Steve Hinson · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:56 a.m.

Cross country coaches routinely stress that a team is only as strong as its fifth man. With the depth sophomore Kurtis George provides, the Hoosiers are positioning themselves for a Big Ten title run. In the early part of the season, the team has used a strong pack to lead them to commanding victories. George made his presence felt in the pack.

Mind over matter

By Alyson Brodsy and Paige Gray · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:55 a.m.

I guess that old mind over matter saying has some merit. In a recent and somewhat controversial study, Irving Kirsh of the University of Connecticut and Guy Sapirstein of Westwood Lodge Hospital in Massachusetts assert that the wonder drug Prozac, a popular anti-depressant, basically works because patients believe it will work, and not because of its chemical matter.

Sophomore golfer hears hype

By Josh Weinfus and Josh Weinfuss · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:54 a.m.

Even though the Hoosiers were not overly successful as a whole this weekend at the Northern Intercollegiate, a few individuals brought light to the tournament. Playing on their home course, one that coach Mike Mayer said does not yield many low scores, the team's experience was evident. The team tied for fifth place, shooting an 860.

Road-racing legends dream up American F-1 team

By Colin Nowling · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:50 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- U.S. interest in Formula One racing has never been up to par with the interest in NASCAR or Indy car racing. But plans may be in the works to turn the tide in favor of Formula One. At least that's what U.S. road-racing legends Dan Gurney and Phil Hill are hoping for as they plan to start up an American Formula One team next season.

MTV boy

By Alyson Brodsy and Julie Sobel · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:50 a.m.

I'm just an American boy raised on MTV/and I've seen all those kids in the soda pop ads/but none of them look like me ..." On July 24, 2002 a singer/songwriter by the name of Steve Earle composed the song, "John Walker's Blues," which initiated a controversy over the devastating events of Sept. 11. The song was scheduled for release in September but has since been postponed. The lyrics tell the story of John Walker Lindh, a 21-year-old from California who aided the Taliban. Some say he turned his back on our way of life to pursue a culture that he believed was more tolerant of him.

Peace Corps offers opportunity for service and a variety of experiences

By Jessica Levco · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:46 a.m.

During a presidential speech at the University of Michigan in 1960, John F. Kennedy asked a group of 10,000 students if they wanted a challenge. He asked how many of them would be willing to serve their country and promote peace by working and living in a developing country.

IU Outdoor Day offers students a chance to play in the woods

By Paige Harden · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:44 a.m.

The second annual IU Outdoor Day is scheduled for Wednesday at Bradford Woods. The purpose of the event is to acquaint the campus community, families and other area residents with the variety of activities offered at the IU Bradford Woods Outdoor Center.

Business and law schools offer perks to students as competition rises

By Michelle Locke · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:42 a.m.

BERKELEY, Calif. -- Aspiring attorney Rosie Shatkin was delighted when she was accepted by the law school at the University of California at Berkeley, but not sure she wanted to move 400 miles north or pay for the airfare for a campus visit.

Students' cell phones will help raise money, awareness

By Jamie Lusk · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:41 a.m.

In America, there are nearly 54 million inactive wireless phones lying around. In America, there are also over 54 million citizens with a physical, sensory, or mental disability. Coincidence? Maybe.

Jill Behrman Run for the Endzone slated for Saturday

By Katie Pellar · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:40 a.m.

This Saturday over a 1,000 runners and walkers are expected to gather at Mellencamp Pavilion to remember missing IU student, Jill Behrman, and raise money for two important causes -- the Jill Behrman Emerging Leader Scholarship and Jill's House.

Wine from around the world

By David Isserman · Tuesday, Oct. 1,2002 12:34 a.m.

It was no ordinary dinner. This past Wednesday, tables at the Scholars Inn were covered with delectable dishes specially prepared for their annual wine-tasting dinner to launch Oktoberfest.

Spike Lee to speak on campus

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 30,2002 1:57 a.m.

Influential filmmaker Spike Lee will give a free lecture at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 at the IU Auditorium after being presented with a "Distinguished Achievement" award by the Black Film Center/Archive and the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies. It's Lee's first trip back to Bloomington in 10 years.

Local church celebrates 50th anniversary