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Jan 16 2026OPINION

Helping Hands: Free Legal Aid Comes to Alaska on MLK Day

Every year, people in Alaska get a special chance to sort out legal troubles without spending a dime. This happens on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, thanks to free legal clinics popping up in different parts of the state. These clinics are a big deal because they help folks who might otherwise struggle

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Nov 29 2025OPINION

Helping Hands: Why Undocumented Immigrants Need Support Now More Than Ever

In the current political climate, undocumented immigrants face numerous challenges. Two groups are stepping up to provide crucial support. One of these groups is the Immigrant Defenders Law Center. They help immigrants navigate the complex legal system. Many immigrants, especially children, are not

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Apr 16 2025POLITICS

Funding Fight: Immigrants' Legal Aid in Limbo

A recent court decision has put a temporary halt to federal funding for legal education programs that assist immigrants facing deportation or navigating immigration courts. This decision, made by U. S. District Judge Randolph D. Moss in Washington, D. C. , affects a coalition of nonprofit groups tha

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

NYC's Top Education Lawyer Backs Migrant Aid, Sparking Debate

Elizabeth Vladeck, the New York City Department of Education's (DOE) top lawyer, is asking people to donate to a non-profit that helps migrants fight deportation. This has some people wondering if she's going against Mayor Adams' plans to work with President-elect Donald Trump. Vladeck posted a mes

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Nov 13 2024EDUCATION

Closing the Special Ed Gap in Massachusetts

Education in Massachusetts is facing a big challenge. Some students, especially those from rich families, are getting more help for their special needs. This is leaving behind low-income and minority students. Experts say it's like a maze – wealthy families find shortcuts, while others get lost. One

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