Opinion
Phones versus play for kids
Local columns
When I was a kid, childhood meant playing on the street, riding my bike, hanging out with friends. Most kids now experience a different childhood. Jonathan Haidt's bestselling book, "The Anxious Generation," talks about that. He calls it "a tragedy in two acts." "Act One, we lose the ...
Who are the ABC affiliate owners who spoke out against Kimmel?
Local columns
NEW YORK (AP) — Two ABC affiliate owners spoke out against late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel ahead of ABC's decision to suspend the presenter over comments he made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Their comments highlight the influence local TV station owners have ...
Almanac for Sept. 19, 2025
Local columns
Today is Friday, Sept. 19, the 262nd day of 2025. There are 103 days left in the year. Today in history: In 2022, Great Britain and the world said a final goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II at a state funeral that drew presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers — and crowds who thronged ...
Advice on avoiding animals on the road
Editorial
If roadkill isn't enough evidence, an insurance company has data that indicates Michigan drivers and animals come into contact all too often. Research indicates Michigan ranks second in the nation for animal collision claims with more than 126,000 filed from July 1, 2024, to June 30 of this ...
