AP photos of Chicago’s ‘No Trump’ protests
Trump escalates rhetoric on Chicago, hinting at military-style enforcement in latest immigration crackdown; thousands protest.
Academics
Big Ten ad campaign highlights impact of universities
As the Trump administration slashes science budgets, 18 universities speak up to showcase the public good of discovery and innovation.
Ariz. math class is a lesson in perseverance
At an Ariz. high school, math isn’t just numbers; it’s a chance to teach resilience, collaboration, and critical thinking for life.
Roblox under fire for failing to protect kids online
Lawsuits, protests, and a Chris Hansen documentary place Roblox at the center of a child-safety crisis.
Showcase your patriotism and claim a scholarship!
Record it. Submit it. Win it. The Voice of Democracy contest is your chance to be heard. Your voice. Your chance at $35,000.
Labor Day is more than the unofficial end of summer
A North Carolina student tells readers why Labor Day is more than just a day off at the beginning of the school year.
A year in jail? Flag burning faces renewed legal fight
Trump’s order challenges decades-old precedent, setting up a potential Supreme Court clash over protest and patriotism.
Apparently, Park City students know their DBQs
From document-based questions in history to graphs in economics, students in Park City, Utah, excelled across multiple AP tests.
The cost of silence: Why America needs a free press
From late-night cancellations to student newsrooms, censorship’s shadow is growing. And democracy depends on resisting it.
Great Salt Lake’s fragile future emerges from the mud
Sediment cores reveal how Utah’s landmark lake was transformed by settlers, industry, and climate change, raising questions about its future survival.