Media Matters: “A defense against polarization” Studies have shown that access to local news and opinion lessens polarization in a community.
On My Plate: Strawberries The first modern garden-variety strawberry was bred in France in the 1750s through the pollination of male and female strawberry plants.
The Old Townie: Traffic woes and a new arena Steve Schnabl has cynical opinions about how the new arena on Cook Field will impact traffic
On My Plate: Cucumbers Cucumbers were brought to Haiti by Columbus in 1494, and were later embraced by Native Americans
Media Matters: Comfort TV in crazy times The news is increasingly anxiety-inducing. Richard Campbell says he and his wife unwind with detective shows and other comfort TV each night.