Opinions

Prediction: Top five potential NFL free agency splashes

By Caleb Burlingame · Thursday, March 18, 2021

A thorough look at the top five NFL free agents and what teams are offering them.

Opinion: Covid-19 has uncovered ugly truths on ableism in America

By Julia LaRoe · Tuesday, March 16, 2021

The quick accommodations made during the pandemic were needed, and when done right, worked effectively. But when disabled people have asked for similar or even lesser accommodations or accessibility, they are often turned away, shrugged off, or even have action taken against them. The pandemic shows us that these options were always possible—even when the ableism embedded in our culture told us it wasn’t.

Review: Listen to Pilar Victoria's debut EP "Hi, My Name is Pily!"

By Layla McMurtrie · Sunday, March 14, 2021

At just 15-years-old, this singer/songwriter displays great variety of talent on newest release.

Review: You should listen to underrated artist Dounia

By Layla McMurtrie · Tuesday, March 2, 2021

“Haven’t met a box they can put me in,“ this unique young woman states about herself on the song “DOUNIA’S DESTINY.”

COVID-19 vaccine rollout exemplifies impact of racial health disparities in U.S.

By Julia LaRoe · Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Though they have been hit the hardest by COVID-19, communities of color have not been first in line for the vaccine. To understand what is happening requires inspecting the United States’ past and present, and the ways racism manifests in healthcare and medicine.

Prediction: Post-Superbowl NFL Mock Draft 2.0

By Caleb Burlingame · Tuesday, March 2, 2021

A rundown of the potential NFL Draft picks from 11-20.

Review: Netflix's The Half of It is a wonderfully charming low-key LGBTQ+ Film

By Chelsea Bacci · Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021

Netflix’s The Half of It is a wonderfully queer film free of tropes and clichès. It is refreshing to see a film treated this way and it is a great coming-of-age story.

Prediction: Post-Superbowl NFL Mock Draft 1.0

By Caleb Burlingame · Monday, Feb. 15, 2021

Caleb Burlingame analyzes the top 10 potential picks in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Review: Weezer drops 14th studio album "OK Human"

By Chelsea Bacci · Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021

Rock legends Weezer have dropped their 14th studio album titled OK Human. With its unique sound it has been a crowdpleaser for Weezer fans new and old.

The Factory Report: Can Patrick Mahomes be the greatest player of all time?!

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Monday, Feb. 8, 2021

Luke and Caleb talk about what is on every American sports fan’s mind - Super Bowl LV.

Review: ELIO just released her second EP "Can You Hear Me Now?"; she's drastically underrated

By Layla McMurtrie · Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021

With sounds similar to Clairo, and a already blooming collaboration with Charlie XCX, this singer is a great new addition to indie/soft-pop.

Opinion: Eli Savit’s first policies bring hope for a fairer criminal justice system

By Julia LaRoe · Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021

After being sworn in at the turn of the new year Eli Savit got straight to work, bringing forward ten policy directives in the past few weeks. They include a range of issues all focused on more restorative methods of justice, while also addressing the systemic discrimination within criminal justice. Though it is too early to calculate their direct impact, this is a promising start for the new Prosecuting Attorney.

Review: Cyberpunk 2077 doesn't live up to the hype

By Caleb Burlingame · Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021

A detailed glance at the critically acclaimed and heavily reviewed Cyberpunk 2077

Opinion: Predicting each number one seed for the NCAA tournament

By Caleb Burlingame · Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021

A rundown of the hottest four teams in the country and why they are deserving of a number one seed.

Review: I fell in love with Clem Turner's music, I think you will too

By Chelsea Bacci · Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021

Clem Turner has recently gained some attention due to his music covers on YouTube at just 19 years old. The attention is well deserved, as Turner is exceptionally talented. I fell in love with his music and think you will too.

Review: Feminist Alt-pop/rap singer Ashnikko has just released her "DEMIDEVIL," mixtape

By Layla McMurtrie · Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021

With off-the-wall themes and sound like no other, the DEMIDEVIL project is just more to love from young artist Ashnikko.

Review: Dodie releases a beautiful fan favorite "Rainbow"

By Chelsea Bacci · Monday, Jan. 18, 2021

Indie pop artist Dodie has released a new single titled “Rainbow”. The song has been previously released on YouTube, however this is the first professional studio release of the song. The single is on her upcoming album titled “Build A Problem.”

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Review: Four new music releases to listen to for a great start in 2021.

By Layla McMurtrie · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021

While 2020 was far from amazing for most, music is what cheers people up and brings people together most. These songs are a great start to 2021 in that area of life.

Opinion: Great British Bake Off series 11 brings a familiar joy to 2020

By Chelsea Bacci · Friday, Dec. 18, 2020

Great British Bake Off is something people look forward to every year. Despite the situation, the show was able to safely happen. Bringing the show to 2020 allowed people to find a source of joy despite the trying times.

Opinion: Michigan needs a COVID-19 relief bill amidst significant rise in cases

By Julia LaRoe · Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked the Michigan Legislature to appropriate $400 million for COVID-19 relief in 2021. With cases in Michigan rising dramatically and current pandemic relief expiring soon, passing new COVID-19 relief is essential to the wellbeing of Michigan residents.

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