Before the start of this season, the general consensus was that Jim Les was coaching to keep his job. After many middling seasons in the Missouri Valley Conference, he hadn’t come close to recapturing the same mojo he’d given Bradley in the 2006 Sweet Sixteen…
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An efficient scoring effort on Sunday helped the Bradley women’s basketball team defeat the Evansville Purple Aces Sunday, 65-58. While shooting 63 percent from the field, sophomore Katie Yohn’s 20-point outburst was enough to keep up with Evansville guard Briyana Blair’s 21 points and nine…
Fouls, technicals and missed free throws marred an instant classic in an overtime thriller for Interstate 74 rivals Illinois State and Bradley. Illinois State overcame a late charge from the Missouri Valley Conference’s leading scorer, senior Andrew Warren, to secure their second victory in a…
Oscar nominations bring out the need for a soapbox more than most events in the entertainment world, second only to the actual ceremony. Released Tuesday morning, this year was no different. Thankfully, soapboxes aren’t the only rant-friendly arena these days. The ensuing Twitter feeds, Facebook…
When certain television shows start to taper off, directors and producers bring in new faces to revitalize a tired plot and a worn-out cast. However, “American Idol” is not just any tired television show. It quickly became the most popular show on television ten years…
When scouring an area for the best eats, foodies tend to look for expensive, high-profile eateries, obscure dives or mom-and-pop stops where everything on the menu is made fresh daily. Chain restaurants are ignored or overlooked, thought to be too generic, bland and mass-produced. What…
From the time we were born, we have never been anything more than moderate to fair decision makers. Some of us turn to mentors for answers to life’s tough questions. Some trust the infallible assistance of Dr. Phil to guide them along destiny’s twisted path.…
When searching on RottenTomatoes.com, a new, unrecognizable release called “The Way Back” stood out. It looked interesting not only for its subject matter, but for the genuine mystery surrounding it and its nonexistent marketing. Seeing Peter Weir directed the film, the man behind “Dead Poet’s…
Originally published December 3, 2010 Yes He’s there, looming like a dark shadow, watching every move you make and nodding in approval or disapproval. With slicked back hair and menacing stares that have crippled the baddest of bad boys, Pat Reilly is watching you, Erik…
Originally published November 19, 2010 This season may only be a little past the halfway mark but it’s time to atone for my sins. Dear Lord George Halas, I’m sorry for ever doubting you and the mighty mighty Chicago Bears. I’m sorry for doubting Jerry…