The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

Opinion: Hold police officers accountable

Rayshaun Stevens, Columnist October 23, 2019

There is no place like home. Home is where we all feel the most safe especially with our families. But now, I feel as if there is nowhere safe from law enforcement; police officers are killing us inside...

Here’s a hot take on hot vs. iced coffee

Jessica Stewart October 23, 2019

The other day, I went through the Starbucks drive-thru and ordered a french vanilla coffee with cream and sugar, which is hot by default. However, when I got to the window and they handed me my drink,...

Just try and enjoy the ‘Star Wars’ movies

Adam Tumino October 22, 2019

A new trailer for the ninth and final installment of the "Star Wars" Skywalker Saga premiered Monday night. Also premiering Monday night was a new episode of another seemingly endless saga: “Return...

Get out there, go to more concerts

Jaidyn Yarber, Columnist October 21, 2019

Blaring speakers, blinding lights, and a crowd full of faces. A good concert exposes you to all of this and the promise of an unforgettable time. In my opinion, the experience of live music is so worth...

Vending machines are mysterious

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor October 21, 2019

It is that time of the day. Your final class of the day is starting in five minutes, and you are tired from waking up for your 8 a.m. class and not getting much sleep the night before. This final class...

OPINION: Teachers should avoid going on strike

Kate Rehwinkel, Columnist October 20, 2019

Typically I try to stay away from political and controversial topics, because I am not always understanding all the facts or do not have an opinion that I want to share. However, this week I have decided...

OPINION: Do not be afraid to defend yourself

Andrew Paisley, Opinions Editor October 20, 2019

A “wise” person once told me to pick my battles, and not give everything a reaction. While I would normally agree with this concept to a point, I have to admit that I also believe in defending myself...

Opinion: Three things NBA fans are ready to see

Blake Faith, Reporter October 17, 2019

It's that time of the year. The St. Louis Cardinals are out of the postseason, the NFL and NHL began their seasons and the World Series is less than a week away. The one thing coming up that excites me...

Country music helps me in many ways

Kaitlyn Eddington, Columnist October 17, 2019

The other day in class we watched a video called “This Beat is Killing Country Music.” It made me realize most hit music lately is doing the same snap/clap in the beat/rhythm. It’s not just country...

Dealing with the chicken in the room

Zoë Donovan, Staff Reporter October 16, 2019

Chick-Fil-A, a humble chicken chain, was officially started in 1967, in Atlanta, Georgia by Samuel Truett Cathy after the success of his previous business, the Dwarf House. They seem to be quickly climbing...

Real-life scares are not ‘fun and games’

Megan Keane, Columnist October 16, 2019

Halloween is approaching, and I crave being terrified. I prefer a scary movie over a chick-flick or action movie on any given day. But why is that? It’s actually really weird if I stop and think...

Satirizing the Nazis is tricky, yet possible

Adam Tumino October 15, 2019

"Rhetoric does not get you anywhere because Hitler and Mussolini are just as good at rhetoric. But if you can bring these people down with comedy they stand no chance." This quote by Mel Brooks came to...

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