Thursday, April 25, 2024 2:58 AM ET
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First Look -- Republican lawmakers see success with campaign against college DEI programs -- Conservatives are banning diversity, equity, and inclusion centers and initiatives at state universities – changing long-established norms in these schools' programs.15 hours ago
Less Rose Garden, more travel: Biden energizes his campaign -- President Biden has been more visible as of late, traveling to battleground states and emphasizing key issues like abortion. It signals a new, more vigorous phase in the campaign.21 hours ago
First Look -- As graduation approaches, colleges struggle to balance free speech and safety -- Protests over the Israel-Hamas war are shadowing U.S. colleges' and universities' preparations for graduation ceremonies. The institutions face the responsibility to keep students safe while still honoring their free speech rights.1 day ago
First Look -- Librarians, students, and lawmakers have a new strategy. Ban the book bans. -- Book bans often target discussions of gender and sexuality. A growing movement in state legislatures – with the help of librarians – is seeking to end book bans for good.1 day ago
Columbia's president called the police. Students say they don't know who to trust. -- Protests against the war in Gaza have led to a breakdown of trust on an Ivy League campus. What lessons does Columbia hold for campuses nationwide?2 days ago
Here are the three keys to Trump's defense in hush money lawsuit -- Defense lawyers said that they will portray the government's witness as a liar, distance Mr. Trump from hush money, and show holes in the case.2 days ago
The US child care system is in crisis. It's hardest on moms without degrees. -- Women have reached historic highs in the workforce. But the gap is growing for one group, and lack of affordable child care is to blame. The Education Reporting Collaborative kicks off its series, "Fixing the Child Care Crisis."2 days ago
First Look -- Las Vegas to Los Angeles in two hours will become a rail reality in 2028 -- A high-speed train is set to take passengers between Las Vegas and Los Angeles by 2028. Construction has begun to build the rail lines in the median of Interstate 15, where passengers sitting in traffic will see trains whisk past at speeds up to 186 mph.2 days ago
The Explainer -- Can cities criminalize camping? Here's what to know about Supreme Court case. -- On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case, Grants Pass v. Johnson, that asks if it's cruel and unusual to punish people for being homeless.3 days ago
First Look -- The House passes aid packages for Ukraine and Israel, ending months of wrangling -- Congressional leaders pushed aside opposition from hard-right conservatives to complete the $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare Saturday session. The Senate would still need to approve the measures in the coming days.3 days ago
On Columbine anniversary, a nation divided over guns -- A quarter century after the Columbine massacre, Americans continue to square off over the interplay of guns, safety, health, and freedom.2 days ago
First Look -- Some Black Chicagoans question help for migrants. Others say, it's our turn to welcome. -- Chicago has spent more than $300 million to handle an influx of South American migrants. Some Black residents wonder why their needs haven't been given the same urgency while others hear echoes of past bigotry.2 days ago
Focus - How America lost trust in elections – and why that matters9 days ago
Can bitcoin, despite risks, make leap from trendy to trusted?13 days ago
Doris Kearns Goodwin recalls 1960s idealism in 'An Unfinished Love Story'4 days ago
A majority of Americans no longer trust the Supreme Court. Can it rebuild?7 hours ago
Russia tried to stay on good terms with Iran and Israel. Then they started fighting.4 hours ago