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Supreme Court investigation on abortion ruling leak comes up emptyAn eight-month investigation conducted by Supreme Court marshal Gail Curley failed to identify who was behind the May 2022 leak of a draft version of a ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. None of the 97 court employees questioned by investigators confessed.
Welcome back to college, pandemic students. This year is different.What’s the best way to help pandemic-era college students who arrived less prepared than previous years? Colleges add tutors, mental health resources – and a measure of grace.
First LookWelcome Corps provides a new way for Americans to sponsor refugeesAmericans will be able to help refugees in a new program being released by the State Department. The Welcome Corps will allow five or more Americans to form a group and match with a refugee, introducing more opportunities for sponsorship.
Some states give bipartisanship a try. It’s been a rough start.As parties are grappling with more extreme wings, some state legislatures have responded by forming centrist coalitions across the aisle.
Free transit: Is it a public good, like libraries or schools?Free transit is spreading, as a growing number of cities eliminate bus fares for more equitable access.
First LookBiden declares major disaster in Alabama, orders recovery aidResidents are combing through the wreckage of fatal tornadoes that swept through Alabama and Georgia this week, working toward recovery.
‘Weather whiplash’ as Californians manage back-to-back extremesCalifornia’s floods come atop other extreme events including fire and drought. In response, the state is also adapting and investing in preparedness.
Biden gets his own docu-dramaThe White House is highlighting key differences between President Biden’s situation and that of former President Trump. But even allies admit the optics aren’t good.
Timing is everything: Why West is giving Ukraine heavier weapons nowThe West has deepened its commitment to arming Ukraine, in part because Ukraine has shown an ability to fight effectively, but also as a response to Russia’s own resolve and the war’s sheer brutality.
First LookSkinny polar bears? FEMA aid instructions confound Alaska Natives.FEMA’s documents for Alaskans to apply for typhoon aid had several blundered mistranslations, creating what some call a “word salad.’’ Underscoring the legacy of Indigenous mistreatment, the need for effective communication and transparent accountability rises.
Civics in the shadow of Capitol Hill: Letter from a D.C. high schoolA letter from a civics skills classroom in the shadow of Capitol Hill – what’s important is experiential practice, say teachers.
- Civics in the shadow of Capitol Hill: Letter from a D.C. high school
A letter from a civics skills classroom in the shadow of Capitol Hill – what’s important is experiential practice, say teachers.
College while in high school: How dual credit is aiming for equityThe option of taking college courses while in high school is booming in the U.S. What will it take to transform dual credit learning into a true tool to advance equity?
Prosecuting a president: What can US learn from other nations?The U.S. has never prosecuted a leader for criminal wrongdoing. But other countries have. Their experiences show it is a serious test of a democracy, but it’s a test that many democracies have passed.
FocusPost-Roe, is adoption a realistic alternative to abortion?Infant adoption in the U.S. has seen significant progress in dismantling legacies of secrecy. Is that enough to make adoption a first-choice alternative to abortion?
First LookUnprecedented system crash grounds thousands of flightsThousands of flights across the U.S. were grounded or delayed due to an outage in a federal government system. The White House has said there was no evidence of foul play, and President Biden has directed the Department of Transportation to investigate.
First LookAs GOP continues to fracture, Democrats champion a growing unityA year ago infighting was the norm for House Democrats on Capitol Hill. But remarkable unity was displayed with the recent unanimous support of Hakeem Jeffries for speakership. “It’s a very powerful feeling,” says New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Annie Kuster.
Robot pals and AI tools: What’s ahead for tech in the classroom?The Monitor’s K-12 education reporter visited the recent CES show in Las Vegas to see how the technology on display and educator needs match up.
First LookWhite House proposes ‘generous’ student debt repayment planThe Biden administration unveiled a new student loan repayment plan on Tuesday that would prevent borrowers from getting overloaded with student debt. A proposal for a one-time student debt cancellation faces an uncertain fate before the Supreme Court.
First Look‘More crucial than ever’: Mental health call centers reach new groupsThe 988 mental health helpline launched last summer, with its easy-to-remember number, has resulted in more people seeking and finding help. Now the program is expanding lines and services for callers from different cultures and LGBTQ youth.
