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Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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The University of Central Florida has been fined by the Big 12 Conference.In a statement, the Big 12 says it completed its review of the discriminatory chants directed at BYU during Saturday’s football game at UCF. “While the Conference recognizes the pregame protocols followed by UCF and immediate actions taken during the game, including removal of some individuals responsible for the conduct, discriminatory behavior has no place in the Big 12.”The conference issued a $100,000 fine to UCF, which will be directed toward student education initiatives. In a statement to WFTV, UCF athletics tells Channel 9 that they are aware of the Conference’s decision and will be reviewing their options.Stay with Channel 9 for the latest. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
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