THE ISSUE: The Kentucky Supreme Court has selected nine counties to try a plan that would allow some misdemeanor offenders to post bail immediately instead of going to jail.

OUR VIEW: The plan, which could save Kentucky $150 million, is a good solution to several of the state’s problems and should be considered for statewide implementation later next year.

Reports

Alyssa N. Bolze, Zacharias Hall, reported on Nov. 18 that her mother’s 1994 Lincoln Continental was stolen from the University Boulevard lot. The value of the theft was $4,500.
Holly Pugh, Auburn, reported on Nov. 16 that her car was on fire on the third floor of Parking Structure 2.

Arrests

Dave W. Christopher Jr., McCormack Hall, was [...]

Reports

Donald Weiss, Barnes-Campbell Hall, reported on Nov. 15 that $200 was stolen from his room.
Tiona Hill, Gilbert Hall, reported on Nov. 14 that her car was keyed in a parking lot on College Heights Boulevard. The value of the damage was $500.
Katherine Swain, Poland Hall, reported on Nov. 13 two iPods, a laptop and a [...]

 
THE ISSUE: Faculty members will discuss a proposal that calls for changing SITE evaluations at the University Senate meeting on Thursday.
OUR VIEW: The current system of evaluating professors is ineffective and the senate should consider a drastic overhaul that would be more beneficial to the faculty.
It’s a practice that’s become as commonplace as tests, quizzes [...]

1996-2000: Elson is hired by former Head Coach Jack Harbaugh as an assistant coach and works primarily with defensive backs.
2001-2002: Elson serves as defensive coordinator.
Dec. 20, 2002: The Toppers win the Division I-AA (now Football Championship Series) national title.
March 5, 2003: Elson is hired to replace Harbaugh, who resigned as head coach.
2006: Western begins a [...]

CRIME REPORTS
Reports

Abigail Davis, Pearce-Ford Tower, reported on Nov. 8 that her iPhone was stolen. The value of the theft was $300.
Nathan Hunt and Luke DiLeo, Keen Hall, reported on Nov. 8 that their cell phones and other items were stolen. The value of the theft was $730.
Preston Allen, McCormack Hall, reported on Nov. 7 that [...]

THE ISSUE: Gov. Steve Beshear wants a slots bill pushed through the state legislature in January following an Ohio referendum that would allow casinos in four cities.
OUR VIEW: With the added pressure from surrounding states and a budget that’s in shambles, Kentucky’s legislators should begin working on a slots bill now so it can pass [...]

The issue: Alumni will return to Western’s campus this weekend to participate in Homecoming activities.
Our view: While they’re here, the alumni should share any concerns they have with administrators about the state of Western’s football and tailgating situation.
Western’s lack of success on the football field this season has had several consequences.
A lack of respect from [...]

Reports

Communications Disorders Instructor Janice Smith reported on Nov. 4 that a university camera was missing from her desk in Tate Page Hall Room 118. The value of the theft was $200.
Mariah Hutcherson, Pearce-Ford Tower, reported on Nov. 2 that her cell phone was thrown against a wall. The value of the damage was $200.
Jasmine Norton, [...]

CRIME REPORTS
Reports:

Ni’Kimbra L. Scott, Zacharias Hall, reported on Nov. 1 a stolen debit and Western ID cards. The value of the theft is $412.

Arrests:

A juvenile female was arrested and charged with driving under the influence on Nov. 1. She had 11 people inside her car and two in the trunk.
Aaron Murphy, Oakland, was arrested on [...]