Frustrations with backyard astronomy with this time of year where it’s darker out sooner in the evening. It’s so sad that in our “neck of the woods” that light pollution has increased so much over the decades that I can’t even see the constellation of Cancer any more. And only about half of what I … Read more
Just how much learning did Ohio and national students lose during the pandemic? According to research from Harvard University, students lost about half a grade level in math and a quarter of a grade level in reading on average during the pandemic. COVID-19 learning loss has meant that Ohio has struggled to return to pre-pandemic … Read more
The idea of the Charity Newsies organization in Columbus began on a blustery day in December 1907. George Baker, Harry Shunk and C.C. Philbrick were having lunch at Billy’s Chophouse when they noticed a newsboy standing on the corner of Broad and High streets selling newspapers in clothing that was inadequate for the cold temperatures. … Read more
With the election over, I’ve concluded we, as citizens, need to stay active and provide pushback and constructive criticism, where we can, to help preserve this democracy of ours in the days ahead. President-elect Donald Trump thrives on chaos, conflict and turmoil, which we consistently had during his first term, and we are seeing again … Read more
Live in a home governed by a condominium, co-op or homeowner’s association? Have questions about what they can and cannot do? Ryan Poliakoff, an attorney and author based in Boca Raton, has answers. Question: Our HOA has stated that we can only use a trainer that is affiliated with their chosen company. My wife has … Read more
Regional gas prices fell last week and reached an average of $2.90 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week’s price of $2.94 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Lower Atlantic region has risen about 0 cents since last month. According to the … Read more
Newark Police Officers William Gorman and Thomas Roach Jr. served together for a year before Gorman left the force in April 1886 after four years of service. Though Gorman had been a good police officer, the 26-year-old was an alcoholic and was seen suffering from delirium tremors. Over the next few months, he worked three … Read more
Fans walk past a BetMGM sign featuring Wayne Gretzky prior to an NHL hockey game at Madison Square Garden in November 2023 in New York City. As sports betting proliferates, researchers are beginning to calculate the costs on American households. (Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) While states have cheered the new tax revenue from sports gambling, some … Read more
Our great state is an economic machine. Michigan ranks top 10 among the best states for doing business. We’ve led the nation’s auto industry for a century. We’re also becoming a hub for advanced manufacturing for things such as silicon and microchips, plus data centers and AI facilities are looking to expand here. But like any … Read more
In the January 2025 issue of Reason, we’re giving performance reviews of Joe Biden’s presidency. Click here to read the other entries. To win the Democratic primaries four years ago, Joe Biden had to take a left turn on criminal justice, offering voters a smorgasbord of reforms to a carceral system he had helped build … Read more