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The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

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Students report fear, anger after false reports of active shooters at Northside

September 22, 2019

Following an incident involving what appeared to be gunmen at Northside, Richardson PD confirmed no armed individuals were found, but the situation sparked concern among students, who expressed fear for...

Photo by Medha Somisetty | Mercury Staff.

Reports of gunmen at Northside complex spark concern

September 20, 2019

Editor’s Note: This story will be updated as more information becomes available. A representative from the Richardson Police Department confirmed no gunmen were found at the Northside apartment complex...

Photo by Ambarina Hasta | Mercury Staff.

7/11 to accept Comet Cash

February 25, 2019

Earlier this month, the 7/11 store at Northside began accepting Comet Cash as a form of payment. Paulina Schleppenbach, the director of the Comet Card office, said UTD students now have the option...

DARTing forward

December 3, 2018

How important is public transit to you? At UTD, we have a large population of students — international students and local residents alike — who do not have cars but need to get around. Their solution?...

Photo by Medha Somisetty | Mercury Staff.

Starbucks opening at Northside

December 3, 2018

The Starbucks in the Student Union opened in November 2017, but students can expect the opening of a second location in the Northside retail space in the near future. Northside will see the construction...

Photo by Michael Stout | Mercury Staff.

Police jurisdiction at Northside under question

September 16, 2018

Editor's Note: A previous version of this article stated that UTD PD was possibly in violation of the Clery Act. After further investigation, it was discovered that because crimes at Northside are reported...

UTD and DART hope to complete construction of the Cotton Belt rail line by December 2022. Photo by Noah Whitehead | Photo Editor.

New rail line to be built near Northside apartments, campus

August 19, 2018

Dallas Area Rapid Transit is working closely with UTD to develop a new rail line that will run adjacent to the Northside complex. The new line, called Cotton Belt, is due to start construction in 2019...

The 7-Eleven franchise located at the intersection of Synergy Park Boulevard and Rutford Avenue is scheduled to open Aug. 23.The 7-Eleven franchise located at the intersection of Synergy Park Boulevard and Rutford Avenue is scheduled to open Aug. 23. Photo by Ambarina Hasta | Mercury Staff.

7-Eleven to open at Northside

August 19, 2018

Slurpees, taquitos and other snacks will soon be available at Northside after a new convenience store opens later this month. The 7-Eleven chain will expand to UTD on Aug. 23, bringing with it Amazon...

Photo by Madeline Ambrose | Mercury Staff.

Insight on Inns

June 4, 2018

While students aren’t given much of a choice for freshman year housing at UTD, it’s always good to be aware of the benefits and drawbacks of nearby living options. Between the dorms in University Commons...

Northside Drafthouse opened on Dec. 28 of last year and features classic American fare along with 50 beers on tap. Photo by Noah Whitehead | Mercury Staff.

Northside Drafthouse offers speedy service, fresh food

January 22, 2018

Northside Drafthouse and Eatery, the fifth food establishment at Northside, opened its doors to customers over winter break. This bar and restaurant is superior in the categories of its comfortable atmosphere,...

Chopped Halal Grill opened on June 1 at Northside, offering an array of tasty mediteranean food and an attractive atmosphere. Photo by Saher Aqeel | Photo Editor.

New restaurant impresses with food choices

July 3, 2017

Chopped Halal Grill, serving Mediterranean fare, is now the newest restaurant to open its doors at Northside. The New York style eatery is attractive in its atmosphere and variety of options, but not so...

After some construction delays, Delish Bubble Tea opened in the Northside complex on March 28. Photo by Srichandrakiran Gottipati | Mercury Staff.

Boba house opens at Northside

April 11, 2017

Delish Bubble Tea had its long-awaited grand opening at the Northside location. Overall, I thought the store itself was quite satisfactory in terms of service and ambience, but the drinks themselves felt...

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