Study finds increasing suicide rates among Black girls
Why are Black adolescent girls committing suicide at increasingly higher rates in the US? Could it be an effect of racism and prejudice?
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Sex ed still poor after research, student, popular pleas
How can sex ed be improved in today's world where movie stars and politicians have trouble with the rules?
Taliban advances in Afghanistan as US withdraws
The situation in Afghanistan as Pres. Biden withdrew US troops is unstable and dangerous, as Taliban forces have taken over large cities.
High court will allow vaccine mandate at Ind. Univ.
A vaccine mandate imposed on students can be enforced for now, as a lawsuit challenging it has failed at the Supreme Court.
Calif. judge denies virtual charter schools relief
A California judge denied any relief to online charters for reduced funding during the pandemic. No contract exists for funding, he ruled.
Students report environmental racism in Houston
Environmental racism has plagued the Houston Metropolitan Area for decades, mainly because oil treatment plants are located near communities of color.
Biden is sworn in as 46th president
The historic inauguration of the 1st female vice president also made history during a unique ceremony without very many onlookers.
Trump impeached — again
A handful of student newspapers have been quick to enter opinions and editorials on the president's 2nd impeachment.
Wash. Mon. closed; fears of violence in 50 states
IL students continue to write about the events at the US Capitol Wednesday. State governments get ready for more.
Wyo. lawsuit says school ignored student rape
School officials must "immediately" report any suspicion of abuse of minor students; they're liable under Title IX if they don't report sexual assaults.