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Presidential and vice presidential candidates Corey Benbow and Tucker Thompson listen to a student’s question at the presidential debate Feb.11 in the LBJ Teaching Theater. Photo by Jaden Edison

Benbow-Thompson wins Student Government presidency

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February 21, 2019
With treats and friends at her watch party, Jane Hughson was elected as mayor Nov. 6, beating incumbent John Thomaides.Photo by Cristian Curran

2018 General Election Results

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November 6, 2018
As a freedmen’s town, San Marcos’ population was 37 percent African-American in the 1860s. Today, African-American’s only represent 4.8 percent of the population. Photo courtesy of the San Marcos Public Library

Community rallies to save historic Old First Baptist Church

Sawyer Click
October 21, 2018
Texas State’s revenue from the Student Service Fee has grown by $1.9 million from fiscal year 2009-19. Photo By Sawyer Click

Student Service Fee balloons to all-time high

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October 11, 2018
Star file photo

San Marcos police searching for suspects in related carjackings

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October 4, 2018
President-elect Brooklyn Boreing is among the audience Feb. 28 as she films Conner Clegg’s impeachment hearing.Photo byCarrington J. Tatum | Editor-in-Chief

Student Government President Boreing announces resignation amid allegations of election code violations

Sawyer Click
September 8, 2018
Boreing’s former Chief of Staff Collin Pruett now works for the Campus Leadership Project, a subsidiary of TPUSA that allegedly influenced Boreing’s election.

Allegations against President Boreing reveal Student Government trend of TPUSA affiliations

Sawyer Click
August 31, 2018
Star file photo

Local man found dead in condo parking lot

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August 14, 2018
The aftermath of the deadly July 20 fire at Iconic Village Apartments.Photo byCameron Hubbard| Multimedia Editor

UPDATE: Fifth victim identified from Iconic Village Apartments fire

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July 22, 2018
Star file photo.

Iconic Village Apartment fire injures TXST students, leaves residents displaced

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July 20, 2018
Star File Photo

Students, activists join ACLU at #FamiliesBelongTogether rally

Sawyer Click
June 28, 2018
Star file photo.

Student Government chief of staff resigns

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June 23, 2018
City Council meetings take place in City Hall the first and third Tuesday of the month.

City Council approves rebuilding of pedestrian bridge, approves parking plan, more

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June 21, 2018
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for all 254 counties, Friday, March 13, 2020, in Texas. The announcement came on the same day President Donald Trump declared a national emergency.

Gov. Abbott reveals school safety plan in San Marcos following Santa Fe shooting

Sawyer Click
May 30, 2018
Star file photo

Election results for nominees in local offices are in

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May 23, 2018
Incident ahead road signFile photo

Wonder World Drive access road closed following fuel spill

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May 16, 2018
A screenshot of a tweet from Naomi Narvaiz.

Former student found with ties to white supremacy flyers on campus

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May 15, 2018
McKenzie Godeaux, communication disorders junior, walks into the JC Kellam Administration Building, home of the Title IX office.

Title IX reports more than 40 incidents, only one sanction

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April 17, 2018
Student Government President Connor Clegg leaves the LBJ Teaching Theater after he was found guilty at his impeachment trial.Photo byVictor Rodriguez | Photographer

Student Government President first to be impeached

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April 16, 2018
Students protest a town hall event with posters and signs, April 12. Photo by Evelin Garcia | News Reporter

Students sit-in overnight, protest University town hall

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April 12, 2018
Student Government President Connor Clegg sits in preparation for a joint session on his impeachment trial.Photo byCarrington Tatuml | Opinions Editor

Senate fails to meet quorum, Clegg escapes trial

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April 11, 2018
The fountain near Flowers Hall was vandalize with writing and food coloring, April 9.Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Senator accused during Student Government meeting of vandalism

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April 10, 2018
Christian Sears poses for a photo in the LBJ Teaching Theatre while running for Student Government vice presidentPhoto by Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter

Senator resigns amid controversy

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April 4, 2018
A homeless attendee enjoying a meal at the South Side Community Center. Photo by: Raylene Noriegal | Staff Photographer

Local food banks see fewer donations, greater demand

Sawyer Click
March 28, 2018
File photo

Student Government passes hygiene product policy during meeting

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March 20, 2018
Star File Photo

Student government creates diversity commission, passes other legislation

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March 6, 2018
Screenshot taken from Twitter.

Students threaten boycott following Clegg’s impeachment hearing

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March 2, 2018
A Texas State police vehicle sits in a lot across from Retama Hall. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

UPD seeks to fill staffing shortage

Sawyer Click
February 21, 2018
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Ellis’s autopsy shows .38 blood alcohol content level

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February 9, 2018
Students gather around the Fighting Stallions calling for impeachment of Student Goverment President,Connor Clegg, Feb. 5 Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

The march on Clegg

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February 6, 2018
File PhotoPhoto by Shayan Faradineh | Managing Editor

City Council discuss plans for development

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January 31, 2018
Peter Tschirhart, has taken the role of associate dean of the Honors College. Photo by Marina Bustillo-Mendoza | Staff Photographer

Honors College hires new associate dean

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January 30, 2018
Music is a big part of the San Marcos community, but what does business side look like?Photo by Josh Mends | Staff Photographer

Impact music has on Texas

Sawyer Click
December 14, 2017
Photo Illustration by Lara Dietrich | Multimedia Editor

Sutherland Springs gunman sparks encryption debate

Sawyer Click
November 25, 2017
Located at 625 E. Hopkins St., the San Marcos Public Library is a great resource to learn more about former President John F. Kennedy.Photo by Felipe Gomez | Staff Photographer

JFK files offer “full disclosure” 54 years later

Sawyer Click
November 8, 2017
Photo courtesy of Brian Buentello-Srock

Marvel Comics’ first queer LatinX visits Texas State

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October 28, 2017
Photo by Shayan Faradineh

National Survey of Student Engagement shows Texas State pulling ahead

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October 27, 2017
Star File photo.

Women Entrepreneurship Week at Texas State

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October 24, 2017
Engineers present their flood map plans at a city public meeting. San Marcos residents in attendance had the opportunity to share their thoughts and concerns.Photo by Victor Rodriguez | Staff Photographer

Texas to draft statewide flood plan

Sawyer Click
October 20, 2017
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