SIU Athletics swiftly rescinds proposed ‘activism’ ban after disclosure by student paper
The latest chapter of the three Southern Illinois University cheerleaders who knelt during the anthem last year to protest police……
Category: Midwest
Longtime editor starts storytelling project on Ferguson before and after protests
I am rolling out a project named BeforeFergusonBeyondFerguson that highlights the challenges St. Louis families have faced over many generations in……
Chicago TV news ignores ‘cheap’ murders
Analysis TV news outlets in Chicago often ignore the “cheap” murders that won’t boost ratings. Such non-reporting leaves viewers with……
Greitens runs for cover, still dodging questions
NEWS ANALYSIS When Eric Greitens announced his plans to resign as governor of Missouri, he wore his familiar executive uniform–open……