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Harrop: Should ‘affordable’ come at cost of quality of living?

As states push their cities to ignore zoning rules, the YIMBYs are covering for developers.

 

Saunders: Classified document cases show degrees of guilt

President Biden’s age might protect him, but the special prosecutor didn’t exonerate him either.

 

Mother giving in to the manipulation her daughter fake crying for candy

Can children be bribed into good behavior?

Only in the short term. What we want to do is promote good habits over the course of the child’s life.

 

Schwab: The State of the Republican Party is … unhinged

Sen. Katie Britt’s response to Biden’s speech was more representational of her party than many intended.

Burke: What are we fighting for? And why not on same side?

Reflections on the human costs of wars, abroad and at home, and what that says about us.

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Moss Madness: Go to war with Mr. Moss or let him be — the choice is yours

If you like these cushy creatures, by all means leave them be. If regard them as a plague, here’s how to get rid of them.

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Speech Bubble Puzzle and Discussion

When conflict flares, keep calm and stand your ground

Most adults don’t like dissension. They avoid it, try to get around it, under it, or over it.

Speech Bubble Puzzle and Discussion

Schwab: Grab a black robe and gavel and you make the call

The Supremes’ majority proves even it can ignore its vaunted originalism. What say you of these cases?

Harrop: Give Alabama credit for logical honesty regarding IVF

If life begins at conception, then frozen embryos are babies. It’s biologically false, but it’s consistent.

Saunders: Why is a once-trusted FBI informant now deemed a liar?

And why the extra effort to keep a non-violent suspect behind bars? It’s in Hunter Biden’s best interests.

Schwab: Kids’ are all right, if a tad cold; nation’s another matter

Alabama’s IVF ruling shows the dangers in the creep of theocracy into our courts and other institutions.

Burke: A refresher on who Trump is and what he’s promised

Before you mark your ballot for primary or general, ask yourself if this is who you want as president.

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Taking care of local news is best done together

The Herald’s journalism development director offers parting thoughts.

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Trouble sleeping? Try these tips for getting a good night’s rest

Many adults turn to sleep aids, including alcohol, to help them rest, without realizing that their hectic lifestyles may be contributing to their sleeplessness.

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Schwab: Moscow’s a paradise, Trump is Navalny, and up is down

If it’s difficult for some in the GOP to keep up with shifts in allegiances, Trump and Tucker are here for it.

Bring summer’s bounty home by growing blueberries in your own backyard

Here’s a look at great several varieties to consider, along with tips on how to ensure your little home orchard thrives.

Harrop: Why media treat Biden’s, Trump’s lapses differently

Both candidates suffer memory lapses. But ‘Trump being Trump’ sets the bar lower for the ex-president.

Schwab: Biden’s memory lapses must be so bad they’re contagious

Have we forgotten just how forgetful anybody — Trump, especially — can be when recalling what we thought we knew?

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A well-pruned laceleaf Japanese maple can liven up your yard year-round

If you have one of these stunning specimens, now’s the time to cut back dead branches. If not, add one to your landscape.

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Burke: Trump turned his supporters into a MAGA cash machine

Millions in campaign funds from his small-dollar donors have paid legal fees, fines and penalties.