Opinion
Blue cities catch the blues as economic optimism rises in America’s heartland, survey findsAmericans outside of blue urban areas are feeling far more optimistic about the country’s future than big city residents, a new survey reveals. The poll by the American Communities Project/Ipsos shows Biden-era inflation… Read More
Culture
Nearly 70 Planned Parenthood clinics have closed this year, report findsPlanned Parenthood has closed almost 70 facilities in 2025, a shift the group links to recent limits on federal funding. A new report from the organization says the… Read More
Culture
Children welcomed to new homes during National Adoption MonthTwo-year-old Niko officially joined nine siblings as the youngest son of the Thomas family on Saturday in St. Louis. “He’s just a wonderful little boy and we’re lucky to have him in our… Read More
Courts
‘Fight for life is far from over’: Upcoming case challenges FDA for allowing abortion drugs to be shipped across state linesA legal battle is unfolding over a Biden-era policy change that allowed doctors to mail abortion drugs across state lines, as pro-life states argue the scheme effectively nullifies their protections. … Read More
Culture
Bible app tops 1 billion installs as founder points to a global move of GodThe founder of the world’s most-used Bible app says reaching 1 billion installs isn’t just a ministry milestone – it points to a sweeping move of God around the world. Read More
Public Education
Lavish 2024-25 NY school staffer salaries, retirement packages draw ire from taxpayer watchdogsNew York taxpayers paid nearly $19.7 billion in the 2024-25 academic year for the salaries of 263,868 educators, a recent Newsday report found – drawing outrage from analysts who argue such… Read More
Government
Federal DOE makes massive shift, moves K-12, higher education to Labor DepartmentThe plan to scale back the Department of Education took “a major step” forward Tuesday with the announcement of six agreements with four other federal agencies to deliver services and programs. Notably, the… Read More
Government
Saudi Crown Prince pledges $600 billion in US investments during meeting with TrumpSaudi Arabia is investing nearly $1 trillion in America, “the hottest country on the planet,” the Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman announced Tuesday during his meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. “What you’re creating is… Read More
Public Education
Watch: McMahon says shutdown proves schools don’t need the DOEThe federal government shut down for 43 days – and school systems were largely unaffected, Education Secretary Linda McMahon says in a new video. “Flights were delayed. SNAP benefits ran… Read More
Public Education
Michigan adopts sexual orientation, gender identity under new health guidelinesDespite opposition from parents and clergy, the Michigan State Board of Education on Thursday approved new health-education guidelines that mandate discussions of sexual orientation, gender identity and sex acts with children as… Read More
Government
Sen. Schmitt leads effort to suspend spying ‘accomplice’ Judge BoasbergFederal Judge James Boasberg should be suspended pending impeachment hearings for his sweeping campaign-like rulings against Republicans and conservatives, says Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt. “No more delays. Judge Boasberg must… Read More
Public Education
Maryland education board concludes ‘arbitrary, unreasonable’ electric school bus contract violated district’s own rulesMontgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland has drawn withering criticism from the state’s board of education, which recently declared the district’s $168 million school bus contract “illegal.” “The (board’s) report found… Read More
Public Education
A tale of two books: Teachers’ union boss attacks school choice supporters while other work documents choice’s 200-year historyTwo new books present vastly different sides of the public school vs. school choice debate – with one claiming the proverbial sky is falling while the other documents how school choice actually predates the current… Read More
Opinion
Conscience in care: Why Kansas took a stand to protect foster families’ religious libertyNovember is National Adoption Month – a time to celebrate families who open their hearts to children in need and to encourage more to consider adoption through the foster care system. Last… Read More
Government
California city will rename street after Charlie KirkCity officials in Westminster, California, approved a plan this week to rename a stretch of All American Way in memory of Charlie Kirk, the conservative leader of Turning Point USA killed in… Read More
Public Education
Chicago Public Schools watchdog blasts ‘questionable, excessive, exorbitant’ travel expenses totaling $7.7 million in 2024Amid growing budget deficits last year, staffers at Chicago Public Schools (CPS) indulged in “questionable, excessive, and even exorbitant” expeditions including hot air balloon rides, wildlife safaris and camel rides, a recent analysis concluded. … Read More
Government
SNAP recipients must reapply as analysis shows quarter of spending suspectThe U.S. Department of Agriculture will require every household receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to reapply due to rampant fraud and abuse, according to Agriculture Secretary Brooke… Read More
World
Ousted Bangladesh PM gets death sentence over protest crackdownBangladesh’s deposed leader, Sheikh Hasina, was found guilty for “crimes against humanity” and sentenced Monday to death by a domestic court, reported multiple media outlets. The longtime prime minister,… Read More
Politics
Pro-life groups launch $80 million campaign ahead of midterm elections to ‘fire up’ voter baseBetting that pro-life voters who helped propel President Donald Trump to victory can do the same for congressional candidates, a prominent pro-life group is launching an $80 million investment ahead… Read More
Culture
US bishops ban Catholic hospitals from performing sex change surgeriesThe nation’s Catholic bishops voted last week to bar Catholic hospitals from performing surgeries or giving hormones that attempt to change a person’s sex. The move updates the ethical rules… Read More