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Stewart’s send–off

December 11, 2015
J.C. Fuller is averaging 15.1 points-per-game this season, scoring 121 points through eight games.

[PHOTO] Western is winning the games it needs to win

December 9, 2015
Budget address press conference

[PHOTO] Western anticipates layoffs as budget issues persist

December 8, 2015
Under head coach JD Gravina, the Western Illinois women’s basketball team has started the season 5-3.

[PHOTO] Do the women have enough intensity?

December 4, 2015
Police Wreath

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December 4, 2015
The Macomb Police Department honors four fallen officers on Monday, Nov. 30 with a wreath laying ceremony to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the murder of three officers.

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December 4, 2015
Sean McGuire has thrown four touchdown passes in three games since becoming the starting quarterback for Western.

[PHOTO] It’s time for some December football

December 2, 2015
Michelle Maher (14) leads the team in assists (35) and steals (19). Sophie Reichelt (44) scored 34 points her last time on the court, and leads the team in points with 109.

[PHOTO] Women’s basketball’s upcoming week

December 2, 2015
Macomb honors its fallen officers

Macomb honors its fallen officers

December 1, 2015
Defensive lineman Pete Swenson registers four sacks against Dayton quarterback Alex Jeske.

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December 1, 2015
The Leathernecks celebrate after defeating Dayton 24-7 in the first round of the FCS playoffs at Welcome Stadium, creating a rematch with Illinois State next Saturday in Round 2.

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December 1, 2015
Brett Taylor (44) recovered a fumble and Sean McGuire (18) threw for 183 yards (12-26), two touchdowns and two interceptions in a playoff victory against Dayton. Nikko Watson (41) rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown on 34 attempts and Lance Lenoir (7) caught six passes for 93 yards and a touchdown.

[PHOTO] Four reasons why the football team is winning

November 30, 2015
Dayton quarterback Alex Jeske is sacked by a strong Leatherneck defensive attack.

[VIDEO] Defense downs Dayton

November 28, 2015
The Western Courier playoff coverage begins this Saturday. Follow our main accounts, @WesternCourier and @WCourierSports for coverage, and editors @CodyRivera33 and @NickStewartWIU for live #GameDay updates.

Western clinches playoff berth

November 24, 2015
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal greets supporters during the Republican Party of Iowa Growth and Opportunity Day in Des Moines, Iowa back in October.

[PHOTO] Bobby Jindal drops out of 2016 race

November 17, 2015
PHOTOS: Dems rally in Des Moines

PHOTOS: Dems rally in Des Moines

November 16, 2015
John Dickerson of CBS’s Face the Nation, hosts the second Democratic Presidential Debate on Saturday Nov. 14 in Des Moines Iowa. Supporters rally at various locations for watch-parties to view the live broadcast. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton thanks her supporters at her event at the Olmsted Center on Drake University’s campus. Sen. Bernie Sanders supporters watch at the Varsity Theatre.

[PHOTO] Dems debate in Des Moines

November 16, 2015
In a statement released by Illinois Gov.Bruce Rauner, Illinois will suspend the acceptance of new Syrian refugees.

Illinois suspends acceptance of Syrian refugees

November 16, 2015

Severe weather

November 14, 2015
Michelle Maher broke the all-time record at Western for 3-pointers last season, reaching 164 in her career.

[PHOTO] Women bring confidence to 2015

November 11, 2015
Decision 2016 Podcast 1: Nov. 2, 2015

Decision 2016 Podcast 1: Nov. 2, 2015

November 4, 2015
Professor arrested for assault with spray paint

Professor arrested for assault with spray paint

November 3, 2015
Sophie Reichelt (44) records a double-double, scoring 13 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Michelle Farrow (22) led the way for the Leathernecks, scoring 16 points and Emily Clemens (15) scored 15 points and had seven steals in a victory over the William Woods Owls on Friday.

[PHOTO] Women run down Owls in exhibition

November 2, 2015
Rubio

[PHOTO] Attack on Rubio falls flat

November 2, 2015
Redshirt freshman receiver Stacey Smith (13) has 261 receiving yards and three touchdowns on the season.

[PHOTO] Penguins marching to Macomb

October 30, 2015
The Democrat candidates take the stage during the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday. Before the rally, each candidate held a rally and spoke to supporters. Following the rallies, all three candidates gave a keynote address at the dinner to make an impression on Iowa voters. CLICK TO READ FULL COVERAGE

[PHOTO] Decision 2016

October 22, 2015
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speaks last at the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

[PHOTO] Photos: Candidates descend on Des Moines

October 24, 2015
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