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Texas AG Files Lawsuit to Shut Down Homeless Center that is a ‘Magnet’ for Drug Activity, Operating Near Elementary School

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Tuesday that his office is suing to shut down the Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center (SHNC) in South Austin, alleging it is facilitating drug use and criminal activity while operating just feet away from an elementary school. According to a press release from Paxton’s office, the center is a “magnet”… Continue reading Texas AG Files Lawsuit to Shut Down Homeless Center that is a ‘Magnet’ for Drug Activity, Operating Near Elementary School
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University of Maryland Offers Course on how ‘Fatness’ is a ‘Social Justice Issue’

The University of Maryland is offering a course that examines the connections between “fatness” and “Blackness” as a “social justice issue.” In the spring semester, students will have the opportunity to take the course “Intro to Fat Studies: Fatness, Blackness and Their Intersections.” The course will satisfy the university’s Distributive Studies or Diversity course requirements… Continue reading University of Maryland Offers Course on how ‘Fatness’ is a ‘Social Justice Issue’
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Walmart to Scale Back DEI Policies Following Anti-Woke Online Campaign

Walmart has become the latest company to announce it is pulling back on some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies following criticism from a conservative activist who has targeted DEI initiatives at major corporations. Anti-DEI activist Robby Starbuck, known for highlighting corporate policies he deems “woke,” took to X on Monday to claim… Continue reading Walmart to Scale Back DEI Policies Following Anti-Woke Online Campaign
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Colorado Gun Tax Sparks Backlash from Small Business Owners

Colorado’s newly implemented 6.5 percent excise tax on firearms and ammunition has drawn criticism from gun owners and small business operators, with some labeling the measure as a means to “turn law-abiding gun owners into criminals” and “reduce gun ownership,” according to Fox News. The measure, passed earlier this month with 54 percent of the… Continue reading Colorado Gun Tax Sparks Backlash from Small Business Owners
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Don’t Miss AMFEST 2024: Black Friday Deal Offers General Admission Pass over 50% Off!

Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2024 is just weeks away, and excitement is building as an impressive lineup of speakers has been announced. As a limited-time offer, between now and December 2 attendees can purchase general admission passes for just $45.47 – over 50% off!  Set to take place December 19-22 at the Phoenix Convention Center… Continue reading Don’t Miss AMFEST 2024: Black Friday Deal Offers General Admission Pass over 50% Off!

Tens of Thousands of Workers Left California Last Year Amid High Costs of Living: Report

California experienced a significant outflow of workers last year, as tens of thousands of professionals left the state due to its cost of living and high tax rates. According to a report by the National Association of Realtors, California saw a net loss of about 18,000 workers, with nearly 87,000 professionals departing while only 69,000… Continue reading Tens of Thousands of Workers Left California Last Year Amid High Costs of Living: Report

Minnesota Hospital Apologizes to Staff After Providing Free Chick-fil-A Sandwiches

A Minnesota hospital apologized to staff members after failing to adhere to its “values of respect and justice” for handing out free Chick-fil-A sandwiches. Employees at Essential Health in Duluth were provided the free lunch offered by the fast-food chain in the St. Mary’s Medical Center’s atrium last week. However, internal emails obtained by The… Continue reading Minnesota Hospital Apologizes to Staff After Providing Free Chick-fil-A Sandwiches

University of Oklahoma Accused of Violating Governor’s Executive Order on Race-Based Coursework

Photo: Center for Teaching Excellence / flickr  The University of Oklahoma is facing allegations of violating an executive order signed by the governor that prohibits higher education institutions from requiring coursework to future educators that is racially charged, according to a report by the Daily Caller. Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order in… Continue reading University of Oklahoma Accused of Violating Governor’s Executive Order on Race-Based Coursework
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America First Legal Launches Toolkit for Parents to Challenge ‘Woke’ School Policies

Photo: Element5 Digital / Unsplash The conservative watchdog group America First Legal (AFL) has introduced a “Parents’ Rights Toolkit” to assist parents in filing complaints with the Department of Education. The initiative is aimed at helping parents push back against what AFL describes as “woke leftist teachings in K-12 schools, colleges, and universities.” The toolkit,… Continue reading America First Legal Launches Toolkit for Parents to Challenge ‘Woke’ School Policies
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Los Angeles Becomes “Sanctuary City” Amid Plans For Mass Deportation 

The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to make the city a “sanctuary city” in light of the incoming administration’s stated efforts to deport illegal immigrants en masse.  “Sanctuary city” ordinances prevent local law enforcement and city agencies from sharing information about illegal immigrants with federal immigration authorities. The ordinance must undergo a… Continue reading Los Angeles Becomes “Sanctuary City” Amid Plans For Mass Deportation 

Record Number of International Students Admitted to US Colleges in 2023-2024 Academic Year: Report

A record 1.2 million international students were admitted to study at US colleges and universities during the 2023-2024 academic year, according to a press release issued by President Joe Biden’s State Department in celebration of International Education Week.  This milestone reflects a nearly 12 percent increase from the previous academic year, when around one million… Continue reading Record Number of International Students Admitted to US Colleges in 2023-2024 Academic Year: Report
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Department of Education Warns Schools that Using AI may be Racist

The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has issued new guidance cautioning that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools could lead to discriminatory practices against non-white and transgender-identifying students. The guidance stems from an executive order signed by President Joe Biden last year, which directed the Department of Education to develop… Continue reading Department of Education Warns Schools that Using AI may be Racist