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Opinion: Republicans would like us to forget about Merrick Garland. Let's not.

By Tyler Kochman · Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020

Senate Republicans are now saying they'll vote on a Trump Supreme Court nominee, a direct reversal of the stance they took four years ago.

Polo G's new single and video for "Epidemic," prove his title of "The GOAT," is ever standing

By Layla McMurtrie · Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020

From beautiful scenery to smooth sound, this release is something anyone could enjoy and should check out nonetheless.

Opinion: prioritizing public health is not tyranny

By Julia LaRoe · Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020

Zooming in on the state of affairs with Coronavirus in Michigan, there is a standoff between the Governor’s ability to renew the State of Emergency without Legislative approval. The Legislature, with a Republican majprity, is arguing the use of emergency powers is an overreach, while Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and her administration says the law gives her the right to exercise those powers in a crisis. Who is interested in public health, and who is interested in political and financial gains for themselves?

Opinion: Over The Garden Wall is a show you'll love to watch every autumn season

By Chelsea Bacci · Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020

Over The Garden Wall will always be one of my favorite cartoons, and it just so happens to be perfect for the fall season. I recommend this show to anyone and everyone, so give it a go!

Opinion: Eivør could be your new favorite foreign artist

By Chelsea Bacci · Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020

Faroese artist Eivør recently released her new album Segl and two new music videos. They are all wonderful to listen to and I highly recommend them to anyone looking to listen to something new.

Opinion: Could the MAC return to play college football in 2020?

By Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020

A look into the factors at play for a potential return to MAC football in Fall 2020.

Opinion: Universities are focused on wealth over health in campus reopening plans

By Julia LaRoe · Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020

The University of Michigan filed a lawsuit against its grad student employees for the “disruptive” strike to get better COVID-19 protections and reforming policing on campus. While cancelled classes do disrupt schedules, a large infection rate would be much more disruptive. This is all part of the larger phenomena of university administrations insisting on a safe return to campus without much consultation with those who it will affect most.

Opinion: The Thrift Depot is great for bargain shoppers and the community

By Will Phillips · Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020

I visited the Thrift Depot, and walked away with a t-shirt. But I also walked away with a smile, emboldened by the goodness the store and its owner is trying to manifest.

Opinion: Antifa, police suppression, and Black Lives Matter

By Colton Ray · Monday, Sept. 21, 2020

Many young people know the state of our country isn’t ideal, but don’t know how to fix it. The answers can be found from the past, by taking notes from multiracial coalitions, the working class standing in solidarity, and community based activism.

Review: The 55th ACM Awards delivered a show worthy of applause with no audience present

By Tom Cramer · Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020

This ACM Awards met us in the middle. There was no audience for the stars to play for, but the performances weren’t done from home either.

Review: Country singer Mickey Guyton releases her timely new EP "Bridges."

By Tom Cramer · Monday, Sept. 14, 2020

Guyton has released music since 2014 and was trying to do things the way the industry told her. Her latest EP is Guyton deciding to make the music that feels right to her, regardless of if it makes sense to anyone else.

Review: Night in the Woods is the perfect game to play leading up in to the fall season

By Chelsea Bacci · Monday, Sept. 14, 2020

Night in the Woods is a short story game centered around Mae Borowski and her hometown of Possum Springs. She works with her friends to discover the dark secrets of the town. This spooky game is the perfect game to play leading up to this fall season.

Opinion: Three teams that could underperform in the 2020 NFL season

By Caleb Burlingame · Monday, Sept. 14, 2020

Echo Sports Columnist Caleb Burlingame lists the teams he thinks won’t reach their ceiling in the 2020 NFL season.

Opinion: Belmark Lanes is handling re-opening in a safe, smart way

By Will Phillips · Monday, Sept. 14, 2020

After being closed for months due to COVID-19, bowling alleys are now reopening. I visited Belmark Lanes to enjoy a game and explore just how they’re doing it.

Review: Drake calls in none other than Justin Bieber to be his replacement in newly released 'Popstar' video

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Sept. 14, 2020

When faced with DJ Khaled's repeated request, rapper Drake must call in a favor to create unique “Popstar” visual.

Opinion: Trump's disdain for our military is well-documented

By Tyler Kochman · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020

Even before his reported comments calling fallen servicemen “losers” and “suckers,“ Donald Trump demonstrated-- and continues to demonstrate-- his disdain for the American military and those who serve in it.

Opinion: Netflix streaming "Sister, Sister" may keep some of your anxiety at bay

By Tom Cramer · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020

Sometimes we need something new to try to help us get through hard times. Sometimes we need to go back to the tried and true. “Sister, Sister” may be a show you’ve seen a million times or it may be something you’ve never seen before, but whatever the case may be, it can bring a much-needed smile to your face.

Review: Disclosure teams up with Syd and Kehlani for masterpiece track 'Birthday'

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Sept. 7, 2020

A beautiful, full-of-talent collaboration no one knew they needed, Kehlani and Syd from The Internet wow with their collaboration, “Birthday.”

Opinion: Incarcerated people are being left out of the COVID-19 conversation

By Julia LaRoe · Monday, Sept. 7, 2020

Amidst another spike in cases in Michigan’s correctional facilities, protections for incarcerated folks are few and far between. Inmates are facing neglect in both preventative measures and treatment for COVID-19. Someone’s criminal record should not prevent them from getting the care and protection they need during a global pandemic.

Opinion: Los Amigos Fiesta is a must for students and community members alike

By Will Phillips · Monday, Sept. 7, 2020

Los Amigos is an affordable Mexican restaurant that makes amazing food. Located right between Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, it’s the perfect place for college students and community members that enjoy good times.