Protesters Take Over Columbia University Building in Escalation of Campus Demonstrations
Universities nationwide are grappling with how to clear out encampments as commencement ceremonies approach, with some continuing negotiations and others turning to force.
Israel-Hamas War Protesters and Police Clash on University of Texas Campus
From coast to coast, demonstrators are sparring over the Israel-Hamas war, and the number of arrests at campuses nationwide is approaching 1,000.
Judge Holds Trump in Contempt, Fines Him $9K, Raises Threat of Jail in Hush Money Trial
The ruling was a stinging rebuke for the presumptive Republican nominee, who had insisted he was exercising his free speech rights.
Conservative States Challenge Federal Rule on Treatment of Transgender Students
Several Republican state attorneys general are arguing that the new policies would hurt women and girls, trample free speech rights and create burdens for the states.
Alabama Lawmakers Advance Bill That Could Lead to Prosecution of Librarians
Opponents argued the proposal would threaten librarians with criminal prosecution if community members disagreed with their decisions on books and programs.
USC Cancels Commencement Amid Protests, Drawing Criticism From Students, Alumni
The protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict pose a tough test for colleges nationwide as administrators seek to balance free speech and open debate against pressures over campus safety.
College Protesters Want ‘Amnesty.’ At Stake: Tuition, Legal Charges, Grades and Graduation
What started at Columbia has turned into a nationwide showdown between students and administrators over anti-war protests and the limits of free speech.
As Some Universities Negotiate With Pro-Palestinian Protesters, Others Quickly Call the Police
Officials at some schools have been negotiating with student protesters who have rebuffed police and doubled down. Other schools have quickly turned to law enforcement to douse demonstrations before they can take hold.