Trump Is Exploiting the Shutdown to Set Up Something Truly Terrifying Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern
This takes it all a step further and makes it look like Trump can fund his own personal army of thugs who will do whatever he wants.
My Sister Let My Daughter Read Scary Book. My Wife’s Reaction Is Spooking Me. Jamilah Lemieux
I’m against book bans and sister bans.
Michigan Might Have Just Crushed One of Its Most Successful Industries Nitish Pahwa
It may only be the beginning of a wider crackdown for the Wolverine State’s marijuana industry.
I Stumbled Across My Wife’s Secret, Sexy Writing. I Had No Idea She Wanted … That. Jessica Stoya and Rich Juzwiak
Should I suggest trying some of these things myself as if I thought of them?
It’s the “Hidden Crisis” Plaguing America’s Roads. It’s Only Getting Worse. Nick Ripatrazone
Next week’s rain might be the start of a sinkhole near you.
Help! My Mom Gave Out a “Boring” Halloween Treat. By the Next Morning, We’d Paid a Terrible Price. Jenée Desmond-Harris
Prudie replies to readers’ comments and suggestions.
Think You’re Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week’s News Quiz. Ray Hamel
Test your knowledge of this week’s big stories.
Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 17, 2025 Adrianne Baik
Take a quick break with our daily 5×5 grid.