Chris Schmidt

When was the last time you got a really clear view of the night sky? There is an entire universe out there, but artificial lighting has cut us off from it. On any given night, many of us would be lucky to see much more than the moon. There are places in Illinois where the night sky is visible as it was in olden times. A panel of astronomical experts join the conversation.

Today marks the 53rd anniversary of Loving v. Virginia, the Supreme Court decision striking down bans on inter-racial marriage in sixteen states. The case was argued on April 10, 1967, and announced just two months later, on June 12. Mildred and Richard Loving in 1967 Looking back on the oral arguments in the case, several points stand out. First, the momentum in the case was clearly on the side of those challenging these offensive laws.

If you’re searching for some clarity in the wide receiver room as Nebraska tracks under two weeks until its season-opener against Ohio State, you’re not alone. One high-profile guy is right there with you. “I’m pleased overall with the depth and the play at that position, but that needs to work itself out pretty quickly—who’s healthy and who’s available—and we need to get dialed in for the first game,” Husker head coach Scott Frost said Tuesday when asked about the group.