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1 dead, 1 injured after police respond to shooting on Woodburn Ave.

By IDS staff · Sunday, Dec. 24,2017 7:05 p.m.

Both of the identities of the men shot have not been released at this time.

Semester Review: The biggest stories from the fall 2017

By Matt Rasnic · Saturday, Dec. 23,2017 10:37 p.m.

Here are the biggest stories we brought you this semester.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) defends President Trump's sharing of classified intelligence with Russian officials during a press conference on Capitol Hill on May 16, 2017 in Washington, D.C. McConnell has joined other Republicans backing proposed legislation to bolster the background-check system intended to prevent criminals from buying guns, said Sen. Chris Murphy, a Democratic sponsor of the bill.

Congress passes sweeping tax overhaul with short term benefits for many

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Dec. 20,2017 5:15 p.m.

The original tax bill would have put stiff taxes on graduate students. That is no longer the case.

Mall Santa accused of spanking child with special needs

By Carley Lanich · Tuesday, Dec. 19,2017 2:20 p.m.

The Santa has been suspended pending investigation.

A statue of alumnus and World War II correspondent Ernie Pyle typing on his typewriter was installed in front of Franklin Hall in 2014.  According to "Indiana University Bloomington: America’s Legacy Campus," the statue is meant to “convey how Pyle worked alongside foot soldiers at the front during WW2.”

Committee formed to look for new director of IU Student Media

By Hannah Boufford · Tuesday, Dec. 19,2017 9 a.m.

The seven-member committee is composed of students, faculty and alumni.

Two teens charged in connection to murder of IU School of Medicine director

By IDS staff · Monday, Dec. 18,2017 3:01 p.m.

Bickham-Hurst, 18, has been charged with theft, burglary and murder.

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Varadaraj Pai testifies on Wednesday, July 19, before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.

FCC approves repeal on net neutrality

By IDS staff · Thursday, Dec. 14,2017 1:48 p.m.

Despite protests and debates, FCC repealed net neutrality even after a brief evacuation due to security concerns.

Monroe County votes 4-3 to adopt food and beverage tax

By Caroline Anders · Thursday, Dec. 14,2017 12:18 a.m.

Monroe County will adopt a one-percent tax on prepared foods and beverages.

Bloomington man turns himself in on sexual assault charges

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Dec. 13,2017 10:40 p.m.

The man is a suspect in two separate sexual assault cases.

Bloomington, Monroe County joining class action suit against opioid manufacturers and distributors

By Jesse Naranjo · Wednesday, Dec. 13,2017 12:17 p.m.

The suit claims false marketing and reckless distribution of opioid medication.

Assault reported at Jordan Avenue and Seventh Street

By IDS staff · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 11:16 p.m.

Students are being advised to use caution.

IU researchers find possible cause behind larger intestines with fragile X syndrome

By Rebecca Ellis · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 11 a.m.

Cafe Pizzeria opened in 1953 and sells pizza, stromboli, sandwiches and burgers. The shop is located on Kirkwood Ave.

Cafe Pizzaria serves a historic slice of Bloomington

By Julia Locanto · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 6 a.m.

The 64-year-old restaurant has been owned by the Webb family for three generations.

Kilroy's bouncers stamped incoming attendees' wrists with a reminder to get a flu shot on Dec. 7. The stamp was part of an initiative put on by IU human biology students who collaborated on a semester-long project to raise awareness of influenza and advocate for flu vaccinations.

Students partner with Kilroy’s to raise flu shot awareness

By Christine Stephenson · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 5 a.m.

Stamps and fliers at Kilroy’s urged students to get vaccinated.

Daughter of Benton muralist says her father accepted the good, the bad and the ugly of history

By Katelyn Haas · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 4 a.m.

Though muralist Thomas Hart Benton was considered controversial by some, his daughter said he had to document history as he saw it happen.

New trucks with old engines may be able to dodge emissions regulations

By Christine Fernando · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 3 a.m.

An EPA proposal may mean glider vehicles won’t have to meet the same regulations.

Monday rundown: IUMS loses National Championship game, college students face homelessness, 'Peter Pan' premieres Friday, EPA proposes shift in emissions regulations

By IDS staff · Monday, Dec. 11,2017 2:57 a.m.

What you need to know for Monday, Dec. 11.

Former congressman Lee Hamilton attends a ceremony in 2004 at Alumni Hall. Hamilton's papers are now available in digital format through IU Libraries.

Iraq Study group papers of Lee Hamilton now available digitally in IU libraries

By IDS staff · Friday, Dec. 8,2017 11 a.m.

The Iraq Study Group was launched in March 2006.

Wells is located at the corner of 10th street and Jordan Avenue.

IU librarian named president of global organization

By Emily Isaacman · Friday, Dec. 8,2017 10:30 a.m.

Akram Khabibullaev assumed the role of president of the Middle East Librarians Association in November.

Menghua Yang, a senior, works on a journalism course through IU Online. IU Online, a program for students to take courses or complete degree programs from their computers, combines students and faculty from all seven campuses in the courses offered.

IU offers a new exam-taking option for distance learners

By Rebecca Ellis · Friday, Dec. 8,2017 9:30 a.m.

Examity’s proctoring will uphold academic integrity in online testing.

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