How It's Played S2E4: Game Leaks for the People

By Jeremy Rogers , Phil Akin and Eli Sokeland / November 28, 2018

Welcome back to this week's episode of How It's Played. On this episode we are discussing leaks in the gaming world and all that surrounds them. As a consumer, you look forward to leaks so you know what to expect, but as a creator, it can be devastating. How are these leaks happening? Do they help or hurt or the game/company? What do they mean for you? All of this and more on this week's episode of How It's Played.

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NEWS

Survey shows Hoosier support marijuana despite legislation rejection

By Chase Martin / November 28, 2018

Marijuana legalization has hit several Midwest states, but Indiana legislators have rejected attempts to legalize medicinal use, leaving Hoosiers wondering what is next.

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BASKETBALL

Top 5 performances from Ball State Men’s Basketball win over Tiffin

By Zach Piatt / November 28, 2018

Five Cardinals reached double-figures in the scoring column to combine for 81 points. Here’s a description of each of their performances. 

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Pokemon: Let’s Go!’ is exactly what it looks like, for better and worse

By Emily Reuben / November 28, 2018

 If you can overlook some minor annoyances and adapt to the less intensive battle mechanics, “Pokemon: Let’s Go” is fun game that is sure to suck you in for hours on end.

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ is a smashing success

By Trevor Sheffield / November 28, 2018

 ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’, despite a potentially regressive narrative  for its’ lead and some clear cuts made for time that leave some loose  ends to be hastily tied in the last five minutes, manages to meet and  even surpass the high expectations one would have coming out of the  original.  

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OPINION

Run-On Sentences: A backward step for Michigan

By Jack Shinabarger / November 28, 2018

During midterm elections my home state of Michigan passed Proposal 1 56-44, making it the first Midwest state to legalize recreational marijuana. The state legalized medical marijuana in 2008, and to many in the state, it was only a matter of time before it was legalized in full.

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WEATHER

Cold day today, rain showers ahead

By Joseph Williams / November 28, 2018

Weather Forecaster Joseph Williams provides an update on those cold wind chills and potential weekend showers.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Mumford & Son’s ‘Delta’: New sound, same sorrows

By Olivia Weinzapfel / November 28, 2018

 It might be different, but 'Delta' is nothing special or wildly  unexpected from Mumford & Sons. It’s simply a work of offbeat  mediocrity. 

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BASKETBALL

Moses, Persons applying leadership skills after summer overseas

By Zach Piatt / November 28, 2018

Tayler Persons, redshirt senior guard for Ball State Men’s Basketball, said leadership is the most underrated thing in sports. The Cardinals have two players who went to extreme measures last summer to enhance their leadership qualities. 

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald’ is utterly riddikulus

By Eli Sokeland / November 28, 2018

Overall, 'The Crimes of Grindelwald' is a jumbled mess that fails to  build on the previous installment. While the film does show Grindelwald,  the plot stumbles with drama completely unrelated to the villain. This,  along with poorly edited visuals, creates a dull sense of imagination  to any fan of the Harry Potter universe. 

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BASKETBALL

Strong team performance leads Ball State Men's Basketball to win over Tiffin

By Jack Williams / November 27, 2018

Breaking triple digits for the first time since its double overtime win against Akron last season, a strong team effort gave Ball State Men's Basketball (4-3, 0-0 MAC) a dominating win over Tiffin (2-4, 0-0 G-MAC), 108-62. 

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WEATHER

Cold temperatures will give way to quick warm-up with more rain chances

By Steven Diana / November 27, 2018

Weather Forecaster Steven Diana has your update on the continuation of cold temperatures with a quick warm-up on the way with more rain chances.

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NEWS

Gov. Holcomb reappoints two Ball State Board of Trustees members

By Staff Reports / November 27, 2018

Gov. Eric Holcomb announced two reappointments to Ball State’s Board of Trustees according to a press release Tuesday.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Animation A-Team S5E2: Funimation Breaks Up With Crunchyroll

By Dylan Bateson and Eli Sokeland / November 27, 2018

Welcome back to another episode of Animation A-Team. On this week's episode we are discussing the ever controversial breakup between Funimation and Crunchyroll. What caused this dynamic duo to part ways and why? Join us on this week's episode of Animation A-Team to hear our thoughts on the matter.

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NEWS

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ creator Stephen Hillenburg dies of ALS at 57

By Blake Chapman / November 27, 2018

Hillenburg was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, otherwise known as ALS, in March of 2017 and died of neurological complications at his home in Southern California. Nickelodeon tweeted the news today stating, “We are sad to share the news of the passing of Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of SpongeBob SquarePants. Today, we are observing a moment of silence to honor his life and work.” Nickelodeon went on to say that the characters and world Hillenburg created, “will long stand as a reminder of the value of optimism, friendship and the limitless power of imagination.” 

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NEWS

Ball State students can save on YouTube’s Music and Premium services with student discounts

By Jeremy Rogers / November 27, 2018

While the savings are significant, there are a few stipulations. Firstly, students must be registered as full-time students at an accredited college or university. Students will also only be able to take advantage of the deal for four years with verification of their student status taking place annually. 

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NEWS

New Delaware County sheriff elect hopes to tackle drug crimes

By Rohith Rao / November 27, 2018

This year’s midterm election had many historical firsts across the country, and Delaware County was no exception. 

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COMMUNITIES

Graduate pursues passion with published creative works

By Carli Scalf / November 27, 2018

Ball State alumna Natasha Chopra has her hands full as he co-founder and visual art editor of Turnpike Magazine, the author of a self-published poetry chapbook and a graduate student at the Herron School of Art + Design. 

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ENTERTAINMENT

Rising Indiana star: An interview with Lauren Sanderson

November 27, 2018

There are plenty of local artists paving their way and searching for the opportunity to make it in the music industry. Lauren Sanderson, an up-and-coming artist from Fort Wayne, has made that dream a reality.

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BASKETBALL

Ball State Women's Basketball make quick turnaround facing Cincinnati, Butler

By Gabi Glass / November 27, 2018

After three straight games at the Gulf Coast Showcase in Estero, Florida, Ball State Women's Basketball (1-5, 0-0 MAC) returns to Worthen Arena tomorrow to take on the Cincinnati (5-2, 0-0 American) followed by a trip to Butler (5-0, 0-0 Big East) on Sunday.