Spotting a spotted bird
Common nighthawks, with their camouflaging coloration, tend to be easier to hear than to see thanks to their loud, nasal call. When spotted, it’s usually in flight. The bird’s bounding,…
Election highlights differences between Trump, Wyoming conservatism
Wyoming’s 2024 general election was significant in a few ways, but the most important is how it will shape the future — if there is one — for modern Reagan…
After escaping the Red Wave, Baldwin thanks supporters for giving her a 3rd term
Sen. Tammy Baldwin gives a victory speech Thursday at the Steamfitters Local 601 hall east of Madison after winning a third term Tuesday. (Erik Gunn | Wisconsin Examiner) While a…
Investing in Idaho’s future: The critical need for early learning support
Idaho’s working families become strong when they have safe, affordable options for child care and early childhood education options, write guest columnists Paula Kellerer and Robert Sanchez. (Getty Images) As…
Louisiana could be out billions of dollars if controversial coastal restoration stalls
Louisiana’s ambitious plan to save and restore its coastline is stalled amid lawsuits seeking to halt the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project. But federal officials warn the state could lose more…
Fed cuts interest rates heading into end of Biden White House and looking to Trump’s 2nd term
Federal Reserve Bank Chair Jerome Powell speaks at a news conference at the Federal Reserve’s William McChesney Martin building on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, in Washington. Powell said the Fed…
In role of WV attorney general, McCuskey says he’ll be ‘key player’ in Morrisey administration
Attorney General-elect J.B. McCuskey, who is the current state auditor, is shown in the state Capitol in 2022. (Will Price | West Virginia Legislative Photography) West Virginia’s incoming Attorney General…
How Colorado ‘bucked the trend’ amid 2024’s nationwide Republican wave
Morris Pilkington is seen at the Colorado Democratic Party’s watch party at Number 38 in Denver on Nov. 5, 2024. (Andrew Fraieli for Colorado Newsline) Up and down the ballot,…
Stockard on the Stump: Get ready to learn the Earth is 6,000 years old
The new vouchers, same as the old vouchers. Gov. Bill Lee revealing the first version of his private school voucher plan on Nov. 28, 2023. (Photo: John Partipilo) Henceforth, Gov.…
American voters once again voice their support for abortion rights
Voters decided the fate of abortion ballot measures in 10 states this week. (John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout) It’s one of the great conundrums of modern American politics. Time and again, voters…