By Ann McGrath Mixed couples in the United States—those who crossed boundaries between Indian nations and the European newcomers—left permanent legacies well beyond the families they created. They also shaped the meaning of nation and citizenship. Historically, U.S. policymakers were troubled by such marriages not only on the grounds of race, but also because they […]
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By Joe Mathews Do you think Brexit was a singularly British form of folly, having little to do with California? Think again. California is the global capital of Brexit-style votes, and this November’s state ballot is littered with mini-Brexits. Don’t think of “a Brexit” as a vote to leave a larger political or economic union. […]
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By Larry Weitzman “Gunsmoke” is the longest running live-action television show ever produced (1955-75). It debuted on Sept. 10, 1955; four days after Hugh O’Brien made his debut as Wyatt Earp, in “The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp”. Both shows spawned a plethora of adult TV westerns for decades, but none had staying power […]
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To the community, Hosting their fourth Bread & Broth Adopt A Day of Nourishment dinner this year, Kirkwood Mountain Resort’s $250 sponsor donation fed 92 guests at B&B’s dinner on July 18. B&B’s partnership with Kirkwood has provided so many meals to the food insecure of our community and has helped eased the struggle many […]
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By John Carl While in Ireland teaching a criminal justice course this past semester, I had the opportunity to take a tour of an Irish prison. The Irish prison service states one of its key missions is to protect human rights: The rights of the public and the rights of the offender. A tour of […]
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By Aaron E. Carroll, New York Times I’ve become somewhat known for medical myth-busting (having been a co-author of three books on the subject), so a fairly large number of emails sent to me are from people with articles or studies that they think prove me wrong. This week, as a few of us sniffle […]
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By Joe Mathews How is California doing these days? The answer depends on whether you believe Gov. Jerry Brown or Blink-182. This summer has exposed a divide in perception of California between the political triumphalism of our elected officials and the more anxious state of affairs depicted in the broader culture. Our state’s political and […]
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By Cate Neal A plunge into Lake Tahoe can literally take your breath away. It may be hot outside, but the lake can be dangerously cold. Lake Tahoe’s average surface temperature in July is 63 degrees, and can drop to 53 degrees just 18 inches below the surface. One of the most dangerous consequences of […]
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By Joanne S. Marchetta Millions of people visit our region each year, and the shoreline is where most of them go to enjoy the beauty and the cold, famously clear water of Lake Tahoe. The shoreline is also where a challenging mix of planning issues converge: Protecting the environment and our lake’s awe-inspiring scenery, managing […]
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By Robert J. Shiller, New York Times Buy land: They’re not making it anymore. That often repeated adage sounds like good financial advice. But over the long run, it hasn’t been. Despite solid price increases over the last few years, land and homes have actually been disappointing investments. It’s worth considering why. Let’s start by […]
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