Opinion
In America, no government has the right to censor
Local columns
The Constitution's First Amendment protects free speech for good reason. If people can't say what they want, we don't have honest debate. I was relieved when Donald Trump, campaigning for the presidency, said, "If we don't have free speech, then we just don't have a free country!" Good ...
WH East Wing demolished for ballroom construction
Local columns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The entire White House East Wing has been demolished as President Donald Trump moves forward with construction of a ballroom, Associated Press photos on Thursday showed. The East Wing, where first ladies created history, planned state dinners and promoted causes, is now ...
Almanac for Oct. 24, 2025
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Today is Friday, Oct. 24, the 297th day of 2025. There are 68 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1945, the United Nations formally came into existence as the Charter of the United Nations, ratified by 51 nations, took effect. The date is now observed as United Nations Day. Also ...
National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday
Editorial
The Michigan State Police is once again taking part in a national initiative that encourages residents to dispose of expired, unused and unwanted prescription pills. All of MSP’s 31 posts will participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. ...
