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May Showers Did Not Deter Anti-Deportation Marchers

May Showers Did Not Deter Anti-Deportation Marchers

This video story is about the anti-deportation march that took place May 1 from 175 from North Des Plaines to 101 West Congress Parkway. The march highlighted the hard working families who have been separated through deportations while working at some of the richest corporations in the country. During President Obama’s time in office, there have […]

Gay Athletes No Longer Sidelined by Media

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Gay Athletes No Longer Sidelined by Media

American TV shows and movies like “Glee,” “Pretty Little Liars,” “Geography Club” and “Teen Wolf”are showing gay athletes as major characters. Census data reported nearly eight million U.S. adults identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual, and 19 million U.S. adults have engaged in a gay relationship. These results are reflected in our media. In addition […]

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In Living Color: The Rise Of The Black Quarterback…

In 1974, James Harris became the first black quarterback to start an NFL game. He was called upon to replace John Hadl and inject a spark into a struggling 3-2 Los Angeles Rams team. Harris delivered, throwing for 276 yards and 3 touchdowns, rushing for another touchdown and completing 80 percent of his passes, leading […]

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Introduction: Beyond the Game Spring 2014

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Introduction: Beyond the Game Spring 2014

Monday, Jan.27, 2014, was the first time we all came together. For some it was the first time meeting our classmates, for others it was the first time ever taking a sports reporting class. We all came from various backgrounds, with different passions, different focuses and an array of career goals and aspirations. That was […]

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