Minneapolis is facing a crisis. One-third of students in a local school are skipping classes because they fear leaving their homes. Schools are switching to remote learning, and businesses are either closed or heavily guarded. The reason? A surge in ICE enforcement. The city is now filled with feder
The world has long relied on international law to keep powerful nations in check and protect innocent people from war's worst horrors. This system, built after the devastation of the 20th century, aimed to ensure that force didn't go unchecked. But today, this system is under threat. Powerful nation
Florida lawmakers are debating a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to protect religious expression in public schools. The measure has sparked intense discussion, with supporters and critics presenting differing views on its potential impact. The proposed amendment would require public sch
A well-known activist in Minnesota has been arrested for her role in a protest at a church. The protest was against a local pastor who also works for U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protestors chanted slogans and disrupted the church service. The protest was in response to the
Alaska's fish and wildlife management has been a hot topic for years. The current system, with its dual management approach, has caused a lot of confusion and problems. Hunters and fishermen often find themselves bewildered by conflicting rules on the same lands and waterways. This has led to poor e
In 2025, there was a drop in the number of journalists locked up around the world. However, the situation is still far from good. As of December 1, 330 journalists were in jail. This is a decrease from the record high of 384 in 2024. But why does this matter? China leads the way in jailing journali
Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His
The sun has been acting up, and that might mean a special light show for some folks in the Carolinas. A big solar flare sent a bunch of charged particles our way. These particles could mess with Earth's magnetic field and create the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis. This is a big d
In Arkansas, politics have recently overshadowed education in a big way. Emily Suski, a well-respected law professor, was offered the dean position at the University of Arkansas School of Law. She had all the right qualifications and experience. But then, things took a turn. Some politicians didn't
In a chilly Sunday morning in Saint Paul, Minnesota, ChongLy Thao, a 56-year-old naturalized U. S. citizen, found himself in a terrifying situation. ICE officers stormed his home, broke down the door, and dragged him outside in just his shorts and Crocs. The temperature was a mere 14 degrees Fahrenh
