Briefs
Earthquake aftershocks hit 50 in Louisa; Town Center’s monitoring policy creates backlash; Va. death-row inmate challenging video visitation; Missing SD student turns up at NY Occupy protest; Pakistan: 26 troops dead in NATO helicopter attack; Environmental programs fall victim to budget cuts
Crime Log 11/17 – 11/21
Thursday, Nov. 17 Drug offense Johnson Hall, 801 W. Franklin – A male visitor was arrested for possession of marijuana. Harassment Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. – A male student advised that a known person threatened him. Friday, Nov. 18 Petit larceny IHOP, 805 W. Grace St. – A female visitor advised that an unknown […]
A pizza by any other name: politics a new ingredient

Vegetable?: Examining Congress’ definition of the word.
Virginia needs medical amnesty policies

Policy change could reduce overdose related deaths
VCU vs. No. 13 Alabama preview
Staff Reports Commonwealth Times’ Sports Twitter Quick hits All-time series: Alabama leads 3-0. Last meeting: The Crimson Tide took a 72-59 decision at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center. Records: VCU (3-2), Alabama (6-0). Last time out: VCU used a strong defensive performance to defeat Western Kentucky for the second straight time, this time in the Hilltoppers […]
State commission regulates campus police crime reporting

State commission revises campus response to rape, deaths
Occupy Richmond meets with Mayor Jones

As Occupy Richmond settles into its new location next door to Richmond mayor Dwight Jones, the group is also confronting the mayor in other parts of the city.
Work-study jobs create competition

Work Study jobs hard to come by
Security Escort limits route around campus

With a recent increase in crime surrounding VCU’s campuses, some students are worried they will be left to fend for themselves because of limitations in VCU Security Escort’s route.
Patrons dressed to impress at Queer Action’s annual Drag Ball

VCU Drag Ball raises funds for Fan Free Clinic