Ted Cruz's Hometown Paper Regrets Endorsing Ted Cruz

Taylor Berman · 10/16/13 10:28AM

Better late than never: Yesterday, the editors of the Houston Chronicle's opinion page expressed regret at endorsing Ted Cruz last fall, writing that Cruz “has been part of the problem in specific situations where [his predecessor, Kay Bailey] Hutchison would have been part of the solution.”

You People Inexplicably Love Subway's Advertising

Hamilton Nolan · 10/16/13 09:44AM

You, the ruminant-like American consumer, "chewing your cud" (Cheetos) on your voluminous reclining chair as you passively absorb advertising messages for processed food conglomerates: which fast food ad do you relate to the most? The fake healthy place. Huh.

Science Proves That Teenagers Don't Give a Damn About Anyone

Hamilton Nolan · 10/16/13 08:42AM

There is not one demographic group, including current prison inmates, more sociopathic than teenagers. The average 15 year-old private school student is more naturally inclined to antisocial acts than the average member of the Shabaab. Don't take my word for it—let a scientist tell you.

Taylor Berman · 10/16/13 06:50AM

The LAPD arrested Dicarlo Bennett, 28, in connection with the dry ice bombs found earlier this week at Los Angeles International Airport. Bennett, who worked for an airport contractor, was charged with felony possession of explosives near an aircraft. His bail was set at $1 million.

Illinois Sisters Speak Out About Their Krokodil Use

Lacey Donohue · 10/15/13 10:25PM

After last week’s announcement that Krokodil had made its way to suburban Chicago, two sisters have confirmed that they are two of the five people being treated at the Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet for complications from the drug.

Lacey Donohue · 10/15/13 09:21PM

Missouri Lieutenant Governor Peter Kinder released a statement late Tuesday calling for a grand jury in the Daisy Coleman case. Kinder believes the “appalling facts in the public record shock the conscience and cry out that responsible authorities must take another look.”

Senate Planning Shutdown Deal; Will the House Screw It All Up?

Cord Jefferson · 10/15/13 08:14PM

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell are reportedly in the final stages of working out a deal to reopen the government and avoid a national default. Great news. Now the question is if said deal will be able to get through the goddamn mess that is the House of Representatives.

Joe Lhota Doesn't Want To Be Lumped In With National Republicans

Lacey Donohue · 10/15/13 07:51PM

The majority of Tuesday night’s mayoral debate between Bill de Blasio and Joe Lhota was spent covering the usual topics: charter schools, taxes, small businesses, well-paying jobs, the income gap, and stop and frisk policies. Both candidates even agreed on the importance of building more affordable housing in the city.

Lacey Donohue · 10/15/13 06:02PM

New York City mayoral candidates Bill de Blasio and Joe Lhota face off in their first broadcast debate at 7 p.m. EST. You can watch live footage of de Blasio’s lead widen here.