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The FBI Closely Tracked Aretha Franklin's Appearances at Civil Rights Events

The FBI used a network of snitches to spy on entertainers and activists, and the Queen of Soul was no exception.

Reason · Sep 9, 2022

After 975 Days, Washington's Governor Will Finally Relinquish His Emergency Pandemic Powers

Gov. Jay Inslee says Washington state's COVID-19 emergency will finally come to an end on October 31.

Reason · Sep 9, 2022

This Renegade California Developer Wants To Build a 2,300-Unit Megaproject in a NIMBY Stronghold

A never-before-used state law might make his plans bulletproof.

Reason · Sep 9, 2022

The Libertarian Party's Internal Strife Is as Old as the Party Itself

An oral history of the Libertarian Party

Reason · Sep 3, 2022

Schools Reopening 'Was the Work of Democrats in Spite of Republicans,' Claims White House Press Secretary

Not really!

Reason · Sep 2, 2022

Biden's Presidential Address Was Actually a Campaign Speech

Plus: Backpage appeal hits the 9th Circuit today, E.U. petition would ban anyone born after 2010 from ever buying nicotine products, and more...

Reason · Sep 2, 2022

New York Legislators Seem To Think Posting 'Gun-Free Zone' Signs in Times Square Will Minimize Crime

Approximately 36 blocks around Times Square will now be deemed a "gun-free zone." What purpose is served by this?

Reason · Sep 2, 2022

Minnesota Engineering Board Fines, Censures Engineer-Activist for Calling Himself an Engineer

Licensing authorities are penalizing Strong Towns founder Charles Marohn for referring to himself as a professional engineer while his license was briefly expired.

Reason · Sep 1, 2022

Grant McCracken: The Rise of Artisanal Everything and 'Cruelty-Free Capitalism'

In Return of the Artisan, anthropologist Grant McCracken explains how we've shifted from an industrial to a handmade economy.

Reason · Aug 31, 2022

California Takes on the High Cost of Mandated Parking

California's cities require developers to include a minimum number of parking spaces in their projects, regardless of whether those spaces are in demand. A state bill would change that.

Reason · Aug 30, 2022