By: Emily Scott Gov. Tom Wolf is calling for sweeping investments to make higher education more affordable with a focus on programs with workforce needs. The average student debt for Pennsylvanians now stands at $39,000, one of the highest in the country. As part of his final budget proposal, the governor is requesting $200 million for … Continue reading “PA Gov. Renews Calls for $200M Investment in Affordable College”
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By: Jonah Chester Since the pandemic began, enrollment in Illinois community colleges has declined to its lowest point in years, and now, one school is working to keep students on track to graduate. City Colleges of Chicago already has launched two major initiatives to get folks who may have left college during the pandemic to … Continue reading “Amid Statewide Enrollment Slump, Chicago Colleges Work to Re-Enroll Students”
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By: Mike Moen As it closes in on its first decade, a Minnesota organization connecting Asian American communities looks to have more of its voices included in policy matters. A key priority includes legislation to address hate crimes toward its members. ThaoMee Xiong, executive and network director for the Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL), … Continue reading “MN Asian American Coalition Builds on Policy, Including Anti-Hate”
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By: Mike Moen Another guilty verdict has been reached related to the police killing of George Floyd. It coincides with calls to provide more ways for Black Minnesotans to find healing and feel included. Three fired Minneapolis police officers were found guilty Thursday on federal charges for violating Floyd’s civil rights. It comes nearly … Continue reading “Amid Mpls. Police Verdict, Racial Healing, Inclusion Still Sought”
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The Chernobyl nuclear power plant site has been captured by Russian forces as they invade Ukraine. We have reaction from Ukrainian communities across the nation. Download QR
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Two years after Ahmaud Arbery was killed, three men convicted for his murder are found guilty of federal hate crimes, and missing words could soon be added to South Dakota’s criminal sexual contact law. Download QR
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A new survey of students at HBCUs finds almost half have struggled with food insecurity; and Indiana lawmakers have their eyes on a post-fossil-fuel future. Download QR
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Florida children are in jeopardy of becoming uninsured; the UK eases its coronavirus rules; and a proposal to move LGBTQ kids’ books sparks censorship fears. Download QR
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