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VIDEO December 11

Kentucky Democrat says she feels bad about being White while defending DEI

During a meeting of the Interim Joint Committee on Education, Kentucky lawmaker Rep. Sarah Stalker, D-Louisville, called DEI in education “an incredible opportunity" for White students to see their privilege.

US Education December 11

Trump admin drops hammer on ‘ghost students,’ claws back $1B from alleged loan scammers

President Donald Trump's Department of Education stopped AI bots and "ghost students" from fraudulently obtaining more than $1 billion in federal student loans.

Media December 11

North Carolina lawmaker accuses school officials of violating parental rights bill in fiery hearing

North Carolina school district faced GOP fury over alleged parental rights law violations in a fiery hearing Wednesday over LGBTQ books.

Kentucky December 11

Kentucky State University shooting suspect charged with murder is parent of a student

Kentucky State University dorm shooting leaves student dead as police investigate what led parent to open fire in Whitney M. Young Jr. residence hall.

Media December 11

Nikki Haley's son says 'this isn't the country for you' if you can't choose your loyalty

Nikki Haley's son calls for ending dual citizenship and barring naturalized citizens from office in Fox News interview about national loyalty concerns.

Media December 11

McMahon recounts story of reassuring parent of special needs that funding will continue as department shrinks

At the American Principles Project Gala, Education Secretary Linda McMahon outlined her vision to return education control to states and local communities.

Barack Obama December 10

Obama surprises Chicago students in Santa hat for holiday library story time reading session

Former President Barack Obama surprised elementary students at a Chicago Public Library branch, reading to them and joking around while wearing a festive Santa hat.

Crime December 10

Former music teacher allegedly groomed and had inappropriate relationship with teen student

Former high school music teacher Ciara Picard surrendered to police on sexual assault charges after reportedly admitting her interactions with a former student "crossed the line."

VIDEO December 10

North Carolina lawmaker presses school officials on explicit books

North Carolina State Rep. Brenden Jones grills Chapel Hill-Carrboro school district officials on books he says aren't in compliance with Parents' Bill of Rights state law. (video courtesy: Rep. Brenden H. Jones)

Media December 10

Baldwin Wallace student government votes down Turning Point USA chapter after campus hostility

The Baldwin Wallace University student government rejected a Turning Point USA chapter in 16-3 vote, although the school president supported its approval.

Donald Trump December 10

Trump announces Gold Card immigration initiative is 'here today' with live applications

President Trump announced the Trump Gold Card immigration initiative is now live, promising a streamlined citizenship path for qualified and vetted applicants.

Food-Drink December 10

Cracker Barrel restaurant chain pays thousands to students, settling discrimination claims

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announces a Cracker Barrel settlement over allegations students with disabilities were mistreated at a Waldorf restaurant.

Politics December 10

Justice Department sues public school district over allegedly discriminatory policies

The Justice Department sued Minneapolis Public Schools over alleged racial discrimination against teachers in hiring and layoff decisions.

Minnesota Fraud Exposed December 10

How a single discrimination claim helped Minnesota’s largest food-aid fraud slip past state watchdogs

Legislative audit found Minnesota Education Department failed to oversee Feeding Our Future nonprofit, enabling fraud after discrimination lawsuit threats affected regulatory decisions.

Campus Radicals December 10

Rutgers' controversial 'Dr Antifa' scheduled to teach communism seminar in spring

Controversial Rutgers professor "Dr. Antifa" Mark Bray returns to teach communism seminar after fleeing to Spain amid doxxing threats and campus petition.

College December 10

Cops rule college freshman’s deadly dorm fall an accident, but DA delays closure as family fights for answers

Family disputes UCSB police ruling that student Elizabeth Hamel's fatal balcony fall was accidental, citing unanswered questions about her final hours.

Media December 10

Death threat toward TPUSA chapter at Illinois college sparks investigation, forces leaders to leave campus

Turning Point USA chapter leaders at an Illinois college were forced to leave campus over concerns about their safety following online death threats.

Campus Radicals December 10

Minnesota college administrator accused of impeding ICE arrest to protect student sexual predator

Jesus Saucedo-Portillo is registered sex offender with prior conviction for driving while intoxicated, according to Department of Homeland Security

Kentucky December 10

Suspect identified in Kentucky State University shooting that left one student dead, another injured

Indiana man Jacob Lee Bard charged with murder in Kentucky State University shooting that killed one student, injured another in campus dormitory.

Drugs December 10

3 people arrested after 7 Providence College students overdose at off-campus party

Three people were arrested and charged for supplying fentanyl to Providence College students who overdosed during an off-campus party last week.

Arizona December 9

American skydivers reclaim world record from Libya with massive flag jump on Pearl Harbor Day

Elite skydivers set new world record on Pearl Harbor Day, flying massive American flag in freefall to reclaim title from Libya.

Media December 9

Michigan parent wants Trump to act after daughter shares locker room with trans-athlete

A Michigan parent demands Trump administration action after his daughter competed against a transgender volleyball player and shared locker room facilities without prior notice.

Parents December 9

Top parental rights group targets key policy that could quickly score Trump administration a victory

A parents advocacy group is drawing attention to a policy tweak it says could be deployed quickly by the Trump administration, one it argues would offer families immediate relief.

Kentucky December 9

At least 1 dead in campus shooting at Kentucky State University as governor says suspect in custody: police

A shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort was first reported by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear on social media Tuesday, with a suspect in custody and at least one person killed.

Oregon December 9

Oregon teens who protested trans athlete at medal podium settle free speech lawsuit vs sports league

Former Oregon high school athletes Alexa Anderson and Reese Eckard reached an agreement with OSAA in their free speech lawsuit over protesting a transgender competitor.

North Carolina December 9

Student killed in fight at North Carolina high school as sheriff calls for community prayers

Student dies after fight at North Forsyth High School in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Sheriff confirms no community danger as investigation continues.

Media December 9

Major California health system ending transgender procedures for minors across its network

Sacramento's Sutter Health ends transgender procedures for minors, joining a trend among California healthcare systems changing youth treatment policies.

New York December 9

Letitia James faces lawsuit for allegedly threatening school board members over debate against trans athletes

School board members sue New York Attorney General Letitia James claiming First Amendment violations for restricting public debate on transgender student policies.

Campus Radicals December 9

Vermont school district flies Somali flag amid massive fraud investigation in divisive move: GOP chair

Vermont school district sparks viral controversy after raising Somali flag, drawing criticism from GOP chairman and dividing community on social media.

Justice Department December 9

DOJ sues Virginia school board over Christian students' rights

DOJ sues Loudoun County school board over constitutional violation, claiming Christian students were punished for religious beliefs about gender policies.

Media December 9

Washington swimmer takes on state government, says girls shouldn't be pressured to undress around boys

Washington state high school swimmer goes viral demanding protection for girls' sports and locker room safety at rally supporting new ballot initiatives.