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Horoscopes Oct. 14-20

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

We are deep in the trenches of week nine of the semester, and I don’t have to look to the planets to confirm everyone is stressed out right now. Despite rising tensions, the sun in diplomatic Libra has...

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What’s on the ballot?: 2024 Larimer County voting guide

Allie Seibel, Hannah Parcells, Sam Hutton, and Aubree Miller • October 16, 2024

Participation in Colorado’s electoral process at the local, state and federal levels remains the most impactful way for residents to advocate for change, reaffirm the priorities of Coloradans and impact...

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Pavelko: Election season is stressful — and it should be

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • October 16, 2024
Every four years, we come across the same event: the national election. The calmness of November, which is supposed to be filled with turkeys and pumpkin pie, turns into awkward conversations with that one relative at the dinner table.
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Thorn: You can end relationships over politics

Astrid Thorn, Collegian Columnist • October 16, 2024
Recently, a new trend has gained a lot of attention on the political side of TikTok. Videos that follow this trend consist of people jokingly writing “POV - you and your partner on your way to cancel out each other’s votes this November." Though these videos attempt to make the topic light-hearted and funny, it has opened up a larger conversation about the way that relationships and politics interact. 
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Misfits Pizza food truck is a rebel with a cause

Sophia Masia, Reporter • October 16, 2024

Fort Collins' food scene has always thrived on the unexpected, but few ventures capture the spirit of punk rebellion and comradery quite like Misfits Pizza. With sourdough crusts, punk-rock vibes and a...

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Breaking news: Police activity on campus, shelter in place recommended

Sam Hutton, News Editor • October 16, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is an ongoing breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. Police activity was reported at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday near the Laurel Village, Durward and...

A horse foal and cat sculpture outside the main enterance to the James L. Voss Veterinary Teach Hospital Oct. 6. The hospital was built in 1979 and is named after the former dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Proposition 129 is pivotal moment for veterinary medicine

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024

This November, Coloradans will vote on a ballot measure stakeholders say could alter the future of veterinary medicine. Proposition 129, the Veterinary Professional Associate Initiative, has sparked...

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Elections: Candidates for Colorado State Senate District 14

Sophie Webb, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024

Since 2019, Joann Ginal has represented Colorado State Senate District 14, but Ginal will not be running for reelection. Three candidates are currently in the running to replace Ginal. Cathy Kipp Democrat...

A voter in a voter service and polling center in the Lory Student Center Nov. 3. In addition to an important presidential election, voters had the opportunity to vote on many other issues, including a Senate race and numerous state policies. (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

CSU students share thoughts, feelings on upcoming election

Aubree Miller, News Editor • October 16, 2024

The election for president and vice president of the United States is quickly approaching and vying for everyone’s attention. Recent polls from NBC have shown Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican...

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‘Vote on behalf of me’: Undocumented students talk civic engagement, democracy

Allie Seibel and Hannah Parcells • October 16, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article uses the term “undocumented students” to refer to the students at Colorado State University who are permanent United States residents but do not have legal citizenship....

Elections: Candidates for district attorney of the 8th Judicial District

Elections: Candidates for district attorney of the 8th Judicial District

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief • October 16, 2024

Editor's Note: This article has been updated to reflect a correction in Dawn Downs' professional experience.  On the ballot for Larimer County is the office of district attorney, a role that oversees...

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Elections: Candidates for Colorado House Districts 52, 53, 65

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024

Voters in Fort Collins will elect state representatives in the Nov. 5 election, shaping the lower chamber of the state legislature for the next two years. Members of the Colorado House of Representatives...

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