National

Gender expansive students to be protected class under bill advancing in WA

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

A bill that would add several protected classes to nondiscrimination provisions that apply to public schools in Washington state, received a public hearing Monday in the House Education... Read More.

Las Vegas university targeted in probe into DEI policies

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

University of Nevada, Las Vegas is among the 45 universities being investigated by the U.S. Department of Education for race-based programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. ... Read More.

LA officials report decreases in homicides, other crimes

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

The number of Los Angeles homicides dropped 14% in 2024 from the previous year, officials announced Monday. ... Read More.

FAA permanently restricts helicopter traffic near Reagan airport

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

The Federal Aviation Administration will be permanently restricting nonessential helicopter operations around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in response to January’s mid-air collision over the Potomac River involving... Read More.

Everyday Economics: The week ahead in economic data

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

This week’s economic calendar is packed with key reports and influential Fed speeches – and all eyes will be on the Fed’s decision at the Federal Open Market... Read More.

White House justifies deportations to El Salvador; prepared to face court

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

Ahead of a court hearing Monday afternoon, the White House continues to defend its decision to violate a court order and deport hundreds of criminal foreign nationals to... Read More.

Feds pause $32 million in grants to Denver, investigate migrant shelters

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security sent a letter last week warning the City and County of Denver that it might revoke millions in funding unless the municipality... Read More.

Biden-era tax on natural gas repealed, a boon for energy industry

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

America’s natural gas industry celebrated Monday after President Donald Trump signed into law a resolution repealing Biden-era fees on methane emissions. ... Read More.

Trump wants to stop FBI headquarters in Maryland

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

Sparks are flying once again over the plan to build the new FBI headquarters in Maryland, with President Donald Trump saying he plans to keep the headquarters in... Read More.

Report: Wisconsin saw net migration increase as population drop expected

Monday, March 17 by The Center Square

Wisconsin saw an increase of 22,146 residents from international migration between July 2023 and the end of June 2024, combined with 6,332 from domestic migration. ... Read More.