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Assault suspect arrested on campus

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
January 15, 2025
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University Police Department looking for suspect after assault outside Lantana, Sterry Halls

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
January 14, 2025
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Fatal shooting accident occurs at gas station

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
December 13, 2024
Students hold signs for a free Palestine, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

Students hold signs for a free Palestine, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

[Photo] YDSA holds “Free Speech for Palestine” rally at TXST

November 13, 2024
A student holds a sign supporting Palestinian freedom, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

A student holds a sign for Palestinian support, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

Students hold signs for Palestine, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

A student holds the Palestinian flag, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

Students show their support for a free Palestine, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Stallions.

Texas State student holds sign reading "There is still love in the world," counter protesting demonstration Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at the Stallions statue.

Demonstrators spark counter-protest of hundreds at TXST

Lucciana Choueiry, Blake Leschber, and Marisa Nuñez
November 6, 2024
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SMPD investigates sexual assault, suspicious activity at Mill Street apartment complex

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
November 6, 2024
Anthony Hipolito elected as Hays County Sheriff

Anthony Hipolito elected as Hays County Sheriff

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
November 6, 2024
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City Council Place 5 to go to run-off election

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
November 6, 2024
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SMPD investigates pro-Trump flyers found on at least 2 Harris lawn signs

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
October 26, 2024
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UPD investigates residential burglary at Bobcat Village

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
October 22, 2024
College Republicans President Carly French (left) and College Democrats President Averyann Guggenheim (right).

[Photo] Clash of Columns: College Republicans and Democrats

Carly French and Averyann Guggenheim
October 24, 2024
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Suspect arrested for hate crime on campus

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
October 14, 2024
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks to a crowd of people, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, at the LBJ Ballroom. Ocasio-Cortez was in San Marcos for the "Our Fight Our Future" rally run by the College Democrats at Texas State.

(Photo Gallery) – Democratic politicians visit TXST ahead of November election

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
October 1, 2024
San Marcos Police Department Police Chief Stan Standridge talks at a press conference about the false shooter threat, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, at the San Marcos Police Department Auditorium.

San Marcos Police Department, FBI investigate false shooter threat at San Marcos High School

Blake Leschber and Lucciana Choueiry
September 25, 2024
A man waves at students as kids are released, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, from San Marcos High School. Students were released from lockdown starting at 5:30 p.m.

San Marcos High School cleared after false threat

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
September 24, 2024
People waiting amidst a lockdown, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 outside San Marcos High School.

San Marcos High School under lockdown after active attack report

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
September 24, 2024
(Left) Biology sophomore Carli Marshall and (right) interior design freshman Aiden Peterson wave bubbles at students walking to their first day of classes, Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, outside Derrick Hall.

(Photo Gallery) Star Snaps Aug. 26-30 – First week of school

Meg Boles, Blake Leschber, and Katherine Rea
August 30, 2024
Student gets off Holland route Bobcat Shuttle March 24, 2024 at the Quad bus stop.

[Photo] TXST transit shifts gears: from parking to shuttles

Lucciana Choueiry, News Editor
August 26, 2024
The Texas State football team warms up together before the first day of fall practices, Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the Texas State practice field.

[Photo] Texas State football begins first practice ahead of highly anticipated season

Jacob De Luna, Sports Reporter
August 2, 2024
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Case dismissed against Isaiah Garcia

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
June 20, 2024
TXST may no longer host presidential debate

TXST may no longer host presidential debate

Marisa Nuñez, Blake Leschber, and Lucciana Choueiry
May 15, 2024
A downed oak tree lays over one of the sand volleyball courts, Friday, May 10, 2024, at Sewell Park.

TXST, San Marcos undergoes severe weather damages

Marisa Nuñez and Blake Leschber
May 10, 2024
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[Photo] Everything’s bigger in Texas, except women’s abortion rights

Faith Fabian, Assistant Opinions Editor
May 3, 2024
Pranesha Dangol, a civil engineering freshman and volunteer at the festival, folds clothes at the clothing swap, Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Meadows Center in San Marcos.

Earth Day celebration highlights resources and sustainability

Blake Leschber, Life and Arts Contributor
April 23, 2024
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SMPD, Texas Rangers investigating San Marcos officer involved in shooting

Blake Leschber, News Editor
April 12, 2024
Buc-ee's approved to build in San Marcos

Buc-ee’s approved to build in San Marcos

Blake Leschber, News Editor
March 20, 2024
The MakerSpace was closed until the week of March 4. It was closed off with red caution tape, Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 in Alkek Library.

Alkek MakerSpace and Print Shop reopen after fire-related water damage

Blake Leschber, News Editor
March 9, 2024
A waterfall outside of Kerbey Lane Cafe flows into the San Marcos River, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in San Marcos.

[Photo] City Council approves ‘can ban’ to limit pollution

Lesdy Hernandez, News Reporter
February 28, 2024
Mechanical engineer freshman Daniela Martinez (Left) pets Dynamo (Center) alongside animal science freshman Kendyl White (Right) in their dorm, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Blanco Hall.

On-campus housing changes for upcoming next school year

Blake Leschber, News Editor
February 24, 2024
Caution tape surrounds the burnt doors of the CBI sanctuary, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 in Austin.

Austin synagogue recovers from TXST student’s arson

Blake Leschber, News Editor
February 22, 2024
San Marcos firefighters stand outside of Alkek Library after putting out the fire, Friday, February 16, 2023 in San Marcos.

Firefighters respond to fire in Alkek

Blake Leschber, News Editor
February 16, 2024
FAFSA delay impacts Texas State community

FAFSA delay impacts Texas State community

Blake Leschber, News Editor
February 15, 2024
Texas State continues financial planning for 2024 presidential debate

Texas State continues financial planning for 2024 presidential debate

Blake Leschber, News Editor
February 13, 2024
River-goers play a game of volleyball standing up due to the low river levels, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at the San Marcos River in San Marcos.

[Photo] Stage 2 drought restrictions impact SMTX river

Staff
February 2, 2024
UPD to implement security at debate

UPD to implement security at debate

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 26, 2024
People walking in to the Hays County Government Center, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in San Marcos.

Hays County Mental Health Court grows to give assistance to residents

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 20, 2024
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Texas State campuses to be open starting Wednesday

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 16, 2024
Cold water rushes through the river at Sewell Park, Monday, Jan. 15, 2023.

Texas State campuses closed due to weather conditions

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 15, 2024
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Mettz convicted of capital murder of San Marcos police officer

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 11, 2024
Jury selection begins for capital murder charge of San Marcos police officer

Jury selection begins for capital murder charge of San Marcos police officer

Blake Leschber, News Editor
January 9, 2024
A photo of the Texas State University sign in front of the Performing Arts Center.

Texas State announces provost, executive vice president for academic affairs

Blake Leschber, News Editor
December 5, 2023
San Marcos residents brave the snow and cold, Monday, Feb.15, 2021, on Wonder World Drive.

San Marcos prepares for possible extreme winter conditions

Blake Leschber, News Editor
November 29, 2023
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SWAT responds to suspect barricade

Blake Leschber, News Editor
November 27, 2023
San Marcos voters elected Mark Gleason and Jude Prather to city council positions and approved a variety of city charter amendments as part of the November 2021 General Election.

Voters approve $3.5 billion fund for Texas public universities

Blake Leschber, News Editor
November 8, 2023
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[Photo] Texas State, San Marcos responds to fentanyl overdoses

Lesdy Hernandez, News Reporter
November 2, 2023
A dormant San Marcos Police Department cruiser Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, at the San Marcos Police Department.

SMPD investigating homicide, suspect in custody

Blake Leschber, News Editor
October 30, 2023
Texas State students walk between classes, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at The Quad.

TXST awarded $1.5 million for safety trainings

Blake Leschber, News Editor
October 14, 2023
Texas State students walk between classes, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at Alkek Library.

University responds to 2022 high crime increase

Blake Leschber, News Editor
October 11, 2023
Texas State students walk across campus, Monday, August 23, 2021, by the LBJ Student Center.

Texas State reports 135% increase in rapes, 200% increase in hate crimes in 2023 Annual Security Fire and Safety Report

Blake Leschber, News Editor
September 27, 2023
We Are Blood's bus that they use for mobile blood drives, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at McCoy's Building Supply Corporate Office in San Marcos.

Central Texas responds to national blood shortage

Blake Leschber, News Editor
September 19, 2023
Stephanie Tijerina talks to a customer about her company Besitos Chamoy, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at HSI Community Day hosted in the LBJ Student Center.

[Photo] TXST celebrates culture with the start of Hispanic Heritage Month

Lesdy Hernandez, News Contributor
September 18, 2023
Construction workers work on a project at the site of James Street Housing, Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, in San Marcos.

[Photo] New dorm to open doors in 2025

Lucciana Choueiry, News Reporter
September 16, 2023
Hill Country Studios to break ground this year

Hill Country Studios to break ground this year

Blake Leschber, News Editor
September 10, 2023
River-goers play a game of volleyball standing up due to the low river levels, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at the San Marcos River in San Marcos.

San Marcos tightens drought restrictions

Blake Leschber, News Editor
August 29, 2023
Photo of Machado's and Gonzalez's apartment complex after the Lahaina fire, Friday, Aug. 11, 2023 in Lahaina, Maui.

TXST freshman, mother lose home due to Maui fire

Blake Leschber, News Editor
August 24, 2023
The wetland boardwalk spans across Spring Lake, Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at the Meadows Center.

San Marcos enters stage 4 drought restrictions

Blake Leschber, News Editor
August 21, 2023
Present and future of university discussed at State of Texas State speech

Present and future of university discussed at State of Texas State speech

Blake Leschber, News Editor
August 20, 2023
Sewell-goers walk in the river due to low river levels, Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the San Marcos River in San Marcos

Low level of San Marcos River caused by drought

Blake Leschber, News Editor
July 14, 2023
Incoming Texas State student Sophie Lemus grabs lunch during New Student Orientation, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at LBJ Marketplace.

Dining changes for upcoming class

Blake Leschber, News Editor
June 13, 2023
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Experts discuss student job success

Blake Leschber, News Editor
June 5, 2023

Student Health Center Pharmacy permanently closes

Blake Leschber, News Editor
May 26, 2023
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Fentanyl overdoses leads to increased efforts by Texas State

Blake Leschber, News Editor & Dillon Strine, News Contributor
May 10, 2023
Cadet Austin Salyer’s urn on display during a celebration of life ceremony hosted by the Texas State Army ROTC and the Military Science Department, Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, at the Performing Art Center’s Recital Hall. Salyer was killed on Sept. 16 after negligent gunfire struck through his room at The Lyndon apartments in San Marcos. He was a junior studying criminal justice and military science at Texas State. 

Convicted shooter of Texas State student sentenced to 90-day sentence

Blake Leschber, News Editor
May 9, 2023
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New city ordinance requires pets be microchipped

Blake Leschber, Assistant News Editor
April 10, 2023
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DEI statements eliminated from TSUS hiring processes

Blake Leschber, Assistant News Editor
March 30, 2023
A resident assistant helps students check in to their dorm during move-in.

RAs punished after University Star opinion column published

Blake Leschber, Assistant News Editor
March 20, 2023
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