Columbia Cancels Main Commencement After Weeks of Pro-Palestinian Protests

Noting that the past few weeks have been “incredibly difficult” for the community, the school said in its announcement that it made the decision after discussions with students.

What a Judge’s Gag Order on Trump Means in His Hush Money Case

The order doesn’t stop Trump from talking about the allegations against him or commenting on the judge or the elected top prosecutor.

Universities Take Steps To Prevent Pro-Palestinian Protest Disruptions of Graduation

Colleges are hiring extra security, screening attendees at venues and emphasizing that significant disruptions by pro-Palestinian protesters won’t be tolerated.

Striking Deals to End Campus Protests, Some Colleges Invite Discussion of Their Investments

There have been 2,400-plus arrests on 46 campuses nationwide since April 17.

The First Wrongful-Death Trial in Travis Scott Concert Deaths Has Been Delayed

Apple is arguing that in livestreaming Scott’s concert, it was acting as a member of the electronic media and its actions merit free speech protection.

Police Make Dozens of Arrests at UCLA in Tense Clashes With Protesters

The California Highway Patrol said at least 132 protesters were arrested after officers spent hours threatening arrests over loudspeakers if people did not disperse.

Biden Says ‘Order Must Prevail’ During Campus Protests Over the War in Gaza

President Joe Biden defended the right to protest but insisted that “order must prevail” as college campuses across the country face unrest over the war in Gaza.

Lawsuit Against Meta Asks If Facebook Users Have Right To Control Their Feeds

The lawsuit centers on a provision of Section 230, which is often used to protect internet companies from liability for things posted on their sites.