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Lugar opens debate strong after recent struggles

INDIANAPOLIS - After struggling at times during the early Republican primary campaign, U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar sounded more like the senator he's been for the past 35 years during a debate Wednesday night with Indiana Treasurer Richard Mourdock.


DNA links Indiana inmate to Arkansas teen's death

FORREST CITY, Ark. - DNA links an Indiana inmate to the rape and killing of a 19-year-old mother who was strangled in eastern Arkansas more than a decade ago, police said Wednesday.


Spectrum Prom offers opportunity for all

The Spectrum Prom will create an experience that is similar to that of many high school proms, but it will have one major difference: acceptance.  



Run and walk to raise Multiple Sclerosis awareness

Jeff Clevenger was 42-years-old when he lost his life to Multiple Sclerosis. Although Clevenger's life was cut short, Ball State's Exercise Science Club will try to keep his memory alive on Saturday.



SOFTBALL: Ball State faces tough weekend of play

It's always a big week for the Cardinals when it plays the Boilermakers. But having to follow up Purdue with Mid-American Conference East Division leader Miami may be an even bigger challenge.


Switchfoot comes to Emens Auditorium

The Christian rock band that some say hit its peak in the early 2000s will be visiting campus on Sunday to perform signature songs, such as "Meant To Live" and "Dare You To Move," as well as some of its new hits, which are also topping the charts.


Second-degree murder charge in Trayvon Martin case

JACKSONVILLE, Florida - The neighborhood watch volunteer who shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin was arrested and charged with second-degree murder Wednesday after months of mounting tensions and protests across the country.



DELETEDDisney princesses bring young girls confidence

Disney's princesses come from all different backgrounds and world cultures. Girls who share their ethnic qualities are given role models who make them feel more connected and pride in their ethnicity.  An Honors College class taught by Professor Sarah Haley helps teach students about these ethnicities are represented in the Disney movies.