Angry local runs for Congress

Libertarian candidate issues incumbent Kind pink slip

By Janie Boschma

Wearing a V for Vendetta mask, Libertarian Kevin Barrett delivered a pink slip to the representatives of Congressman Ron Kind (D-La Crosse) in La Crosse last Thursday. Barrett called the pink slip a symbolic notice of Kind's imminent removal from office on Nov.

Two arrested, face criminal charges

By McLean Bennett

UW-Eau Claire students arrested after suspected attempted arson, believed to have acted in retaliation against neighbors.

State adopts new pollution rules

By Theresa Schneider

Wisconsin's mercury laws will protect waters, increase utility bills.

Border Angels founder addresses immigration

Speaker shared stories illustrating effects of illegal movement, crimes against humanity

By Gillian Ekern

A few years ago, Enrique Morones received a letter in the mail from a woman grieving over her son who died attempting to cross the border. Morones is the founder of Border Angels, an organization aimed at saving the lives of people who attempt to cross the U.

Amnesty International holds presentation

Several human rights issues discussed at anniversary conference, new campaign ideas detailed

By Luke Anderson

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Robert Schultz gave a presentation Monday on campus talking about Amnesty International's recent campaigns regarding human rights, as well as its stance on upcoming elections.

Blugold football players return favor to community

By Josh Metz

Team members join walk to class with elementary students

Senate debates next food contract

By McLean Bennett

A multi-million dollar contract, set to come onto the university's table this year, will have some major implications on what students will find on their own tables next year. With the school's current food service contract through Sodexho set to expire at the end of the year, Student Senate turned its attention Monday to addressing student needs for the next contract - likely a seven-year deal with a large food services provider like Sodexho.