OPINION: National Guard deployment threatens freedoms 
Soldiers deployed to Chicago amid calls to arrest elected officials

In early October, President Donald Trump federalized the National Guard from several states and deployed them into Chicago amid anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement protests.  Among the National Guard units that were deployed to Chicago were […]

OPINION: Halloween has begun to cross the line 
The holiday’s rise in weapon-themed costumes blurs the line between playful scares and real-world aggression

Once a night of harmless spooks, community gatherings and silly disguises, Halloween has, in recent years, morphed into a troubling display of costumes that use real weapons, simulated violence and […]

OPINION: Vandals were outplayed at homecoming 
A talented Idaho team falters under pressure, while Northern Colorado crosses the line with unsportsmanlike celebrations

Homecoming at the P1FCU Kibbie Dome is supposed to be a celebration. It is a day when alumni return, the band plays louder and the Vandals remind everyone why this […]