Latest in Politics
Young lawmakers rally for gun reform
Led by Rep. Justin Jones and joined by other young lawmakers, a crowded chanted “Fired up! Fed up!” outside of Capitol Hill, indicating their dismay for lack of gun reform laws across the country.
Latest in Politics
Young lawmakers rally for gun reform
Led by Rep. Justin Jones and joined by other young lawmakers, a crowded chanted “Fired up! Fed up!” outside of Capitol Hill, indicating their dismay for lack of gun reform laws across the country.
Supreme Court hears arguments in First Amendment case over ‘true threats’
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Wednesday for the First Amendment case, Counterman v. Colorado
Abortion activists come together after a Texas federal judge orders ban on mifepristone
Abortion advocates across the country united on Monday during a virtual meeting to respond to a Texas federal judge’s order last week that nullifies the Federal Drug Administration’s approval of mifepristone.
Latest in Education
Maryland faces “vicious” special education teacher shortage cycle
More students are requiring special education services because of after almost two years of virtual learning, delayed social and academic development of students has increased the need for special education teachers. But more and more teachers leaving their positions has exacerbated the shortage to a “crisis-level” problem.
Latest in Education
Maryland faces “vicious” special education teacher shortage cycle
More students are requiring special education services because of after almost two years of virtual learning, delayed social and academic development of students has increased the need for special education teachers. But more and more teachers leaving their positions has exacerbated the shortage to a “crisis-level” problem.
Supreme Court weighs administration’s role in student loan forgiveness
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two cases concerning the Biden administration’s plan to eliminate up to $20,000 in student loan debt. Over 25 million borrowers applied to the program before it was blocked by courts.
Wondering if your loans will be forgiven? Here’s what to know about the Supreme Court case
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday on cases challenging President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loans.
Latest in National Security
‘King of Torture’ testifies in USS Cole case
U.S. contends with CIA torture program in USS Cole bombing case.
Latest in National Security
‘King of Torture’ testifies in USS Cole case
U.S. contends with CIA torture program in USS Cole bombing case.
Guantanamo court weighs testimony from alternative suspect in USS Cole case
Guantanamo Bay commission hears updates in terrorism case
Murray pushes to change U.S. arms sales, prevent misuse of weapons
Washington Sen. Patty Murray is helping lead efforts to restrict arms sales to countries accused of human rights violations after years of congress facing weakened control over weapons sales.
Latest in Social Justice
In U.S., reckoning over church-run indigenous boarding schools begins
Native American leaders and Catholics in Minnesota are working together to confront past abuses.
Latest in Social Justice
In U.S., reckoning over church-run indigenous boarding schools begins
Native American leaders and Catholics in Minnesota are working together to confront past abuses.
Preventing future ‘wrongs’: new USDA equity panel looks to expand agriculture resources to minority communities
Following admissions of historical discrimination within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, members of a new USDA equity commission said at their first meeting Monday that they want to make sure the agency’s resources reach Black farmers as well as undocumented agriculture workers and those without broadband access.
HOW BLACK SPIRITUALITY HAS SHAPED THE BLACK RADICAL TRADITION
WASHINGTON -- In January, Black Lives Matter restarted its #BlackWomenAreDivine project, asking people to nominate Black women or femme-identified people, 20 of whom will be honored by Black Lives Matter in March. “We are the sacred mamas, builders, teachers, and...
Latest in Business & Tech
Congressional panel places blame on regulators and execs for recent bank failures
WASHINGTON — Members of Congress on Wednesday maintained that federal regulators, as well as bank executives, should be held accountable for the failure of the Silicon Valley Bank and other two banks. "The executives and the board of Silicon Valley Bank clearly...
Lisa Cook shares her connection with Dr. Sadie Alexander
The first Black woman on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors speaks at the namesake’s fifth annual conference.
George Washington University embraces ChatGPT
Students and professors at George Washington University tackle new technology.
Latest in Immigration
Recent congressional review of D.C. council legislation invigorates calls for statehood
This struggle between Congress and the council illustrates what energizes the long-standing desire for the District of Columbia to gain statehood, according to residents, organizers and government officials.
Border Patrol app excludes vulnerable migrants, advocates say
Potential asylum seekers are struggling to navigate President Biden’s immigration pathways that require biometric information via the CBP One mobile app.
Before taking up Title 42, Supreme Court considers immigration appeals process
Justices considered whether Leon Santos-Zacaria, twice removed by the Department of Homeland Security, properly exhausted all her options before seeking protection in the U.S.
Latest in Environment
LNG terminal in northern Germany poses a serious threat to the region’s wildlife and environment
Locals and climate activists are working to keep the region protected.
Will D.C.’s cherry blossoms survive climate change?
Peak bloom has been creeping earlier and earlier.
Amid Rising Emissions, Could Congressional Republicans Help the US Reach Its Climate Targets?
As emissions rise, top House Republicans on climate-related committees recognize climate change and support action. But experts say their proposals are not ambitious enough to get the US to its climate goals.
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