Rolling Stone: Best news source in the US?

At the very least, they do a wonderful line in long form journalism.  That talent is noticeably under-represented in more traditional new media.  For a thoroughly depressing example, take a look at this piece about how a small town in Michelle Bachmann's home district is creating such a strong anti-homosexual vibe (linked, naturally, to the strength of evangelical religion in the area) that many young kids have killed themselves there.