Apr 28, 2023 · Former Bradley student Stephanie Melgoza was sentenced to 14 years in prison on Thursday as the result of striking and killing two pedestrians while driving drunk in East Peoria in April 2022. Melgoza faced between six to 28 years in prison after pleading guilty without a plea deal to two charges of aggravated DUI and two charges of reckless driving. Three smaller charges were dropped during ...

Nov 1, 2024 · “It feels great to be recognized by my peers and other coaches,” Deen said. “I feel like it’s a testament to the work that I’ve put in, but I don’t look at stuff like that a lot. I’m very grateful for it, but I will go out there every game and do my best. If that leads to player of the year, then that’s cool.” “I want to win and get to the NCAA Tournament,” Deen added ...

Jan 22, 2025 · Bradley men’s basketball started their season with a convincing win versus Millikin at home on Wednesday night. The Braves got off to a hot start, opening the game with a 21-2 lead, including a 16-0 run. Bradley won 80-63, but the team was less disciplined defensively and struggled to make shots in the second half. It’s only one exhibition game, but there are pieces of the game that fans ...

Dec 19, 2024 · Senior guard Duke Deen celebrates after a made three. Photo via Bradley Athletics Heading into the game versus the University of San Francisco (9-3), Bradley men’s basketball (9-2, 1-0 MVC) had struggled against West Coast Conference (WCC) teams, losing to Washington State and Santa Clara by double digits. “We’re not ready to beat these teams yet,” head coach Brian Wardle said after ...

3 days ago · Duke Deen and Jaquan Johnson celebrate after a bucket. Photo via Bradley Athletics. There are few things in sports that are better than rivalry games. Team records don’t matter; fans pack the stands and each team throws the kitchen sink at each other to have bragging rights for the year. The ...

Nov 8, 2024 · If you step into a show featuring the local band heaving., you will notice three things: a shiny mask, a distorted metal sound and wild mosh pits. But behind these aspects are four musicians passionate about self-expression and local music. While the region has multiple…

Aug 21, 2024 · As students say goodbye to their hometowns, friends and families, they prepare to return to campus. After last year’s budget cuts reducing programs and jobs on campus, many students may wonder what else has changed. Students relied on the Part-time Employment Expo to aid in their job searches, but it will not be held this semester. The expo showcased employment opportunities on and off ...

Apr 12, 2024 · Heading into Wednesday, Bradley baseball (10-19) looked for the third time to be the charm against Lindenwood. The Lions swept the Braves in a two-game series in early March and the result of Wednesday’s game was indicative of how the season series has gone against Lindenwood, as Bradley fell 11-9. Pitching was the culprit Sophomore Brayden Marks earned his second straight start for Bradley ...

Jan 3, 2025 · Duke Deen vs. Indiana State. Photo via Bradley Athletics. Bradley men’s basketball (12-2, 3-0 MVC) began 2025 in the same fashion that they ended 2024: with an overtime win. As regulation ended, head coach Brian Wardle looked to senior guard Duke Deen to score the game-winning bucket. However, an ...

Nov 22, 2024 · ‘I wanted to leave while I was still doing good’: Beloved English professor prepares for retirement after 32 years at Bradley