Día de los Muertos honors dead loved ones
Mexicans and others in Latin America as well as in the US celebrate the Day of the Dead to honor deceased relatives and friends.
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Kerfuffles over bullying, discrimination in 3 states
8 million students get racist emails in Fla.; a gay boy sues a district for not stopping bullying; access divides remote students in Calif.
Happy Diwali, Madame Vice President-elect
The Hindu holiday of Diwali may carry a special significance this year for many Indian Americans following the election of Kamala Harris.
School absences correlated with bad air quality
Even a little reduction in the quality of the air seems to be correlated with an increase in school absences in Salt Lake City.
Grand jury indicts officer in Breonna Taylor case
A former police officer was indicted in connection with the death of Breonna Taylor in Louisville. But it was less than many had hoped for.
Wis. girl found 3 months after abduction
A 13-year-old girl, whose parents were murdered, was abducted by a stranger and held captive for 3 months before she escaped.
Reality-based drivers’ ed may help reduce risk
A supplemental course teaches kids the real consequences that come from making dangerous decisions while behind the wheel.
Teen Vogue Summit inspires teens in L.A.
A magazine's summit brings together young people, and inspires, encourages, & connects a new generation of activists & creators.
Hazing deaths spur change in fraternity parties
Several recent hazing deaths involving alcohol at fraternity parties on college campuses have caused several colleges to rethink Greek life.