Michigan State University (MSU) is investing over $18 million per year on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, according to a recent report from The College Fix. The university has employed more than 140 staff members to manage 222 different DEI projects, with 22 initiatives already implemented and 200 more in progress or under review. … Read more
Monroe, Louisiana has recently been labeled as the most dangerous city in America by NeighborhoodScout.com, a ranking that city officials are vigorously contesting. Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo and Police Chief Eugene Ellis argue that the data used to justify this ranking is flawed and misrepresentative. According to them, the study includes crime statistics from surrounding … Read more
Amazon has announced a substantial commitment of $1.4 billion through its Housing Equity Fund to construct 14,000 affordable homes in the Seattle, Nashville, and Washington metro areas. This new investment elevates Amazon’s total housing pledge to $3.6 billion. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy stated, “We hope that our additional commitment—coupled with other public and private resources—will … Read more
Financial aid officers across the United States are urging Congress to extend the deadline for implementing new financial transparency measures proposed by the Biden administration. The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), representing thousands of professionals, has highlighted significant challenges stemming from a botched rollout of the revised Free Application for Federal Student … Read more
A recent audit has unveiled serious lapses in oversight within the Minnesota Department of Education, allowing for the embezzlement of $250 million from a federal food aid program designed to support children during the pandemic. The Legislative Auditor’s report criticized the department for ignoring warning signs and failing to enforce program requirements, which facilitated extensive … Read more
The Washington D.C. Council has finalized a $21 billion budget amidst significant financial strains exacerbated by declining revenues and the cessation of federal pandemic aid. This budget, described as one of the most contentious in recent history, includes provisions aimed at addressing housing needs but has drawn criticism for its tax increases and funding allocations. … Read more
Des Moines, IA – A tragic incident unfolded on June 11th when 16-year-old Mohamed Elzubeir allegedly stabbed his 19-year-old brother, Abdelmagid Elzubeir, in their Oakridge Drive apartment. The altercation resulted in Abdelmagid being critically injured and later succumbing to his wounds at a local hospital. Police responded swiftly to the scene following a distress call … Read more
A Columbia County deputy, Gilbert Lopez, 55, was arrested and subsequently fired on Tuesday following a domestic dispute at his residence. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office reported that Lopez was charged with disorderly conduct, a county ordinance violation, after an incident involving his wife. Deputies responded to a call at Lopez’s home, where it was … Read more
Fort Myers, FL – A tragic incident unfolded late Sunday night when police fatally shot a man holding a bloody knife and a dismembered human torso in Fort Myers. The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Willy Lumaine, was allegedly in the act of killing his roommate when confronted by officers. On June 9, at approximately 11:30 … Read more
Police in Jackson, Mississippi, have apprehended Daniel Callihan following a grim discovery that has shocked the community. Callihan was arrested after the body of four-year-old Erin Brunett was found, tragically confirming fears about her and her mother’s disappearance. Callie Brunett, 35, and her daughters were reported missing from Loranger, Louisiana, where Callie was later found … Read more