Global July 2019

House Vote Condemns Trump's Tweets

The House voted 240-187 to condemn President Donald Trump's "racist comments" against four congresswomen of color. President tweeted that he hasn’t "a racist bone in my body."

Health Care July 2019

University Receives $4.5m Grant

Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California has received a $4.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health’s National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.

Global July 2019

Impeachment Effort Blocked

Texas Rep. Al Green’s effort to impeach President Donald Trump was voted down 137-95 in the House of Representatives. Every voting Republican favored derailing Green's measure.

Financing July 2019

University Receives $25M Donation

An unnamed benefactor has made a $25 million donation to the University of Chicago. The gift is to go towards the school’s financial aid program for international students.

Global July 2019

W.Va. Homeless Students Rises To Over 10K

Data from West Virginia’s Department of Education shows the state has about 10,500 homeless students as of the 2018-19 school year. Contributing factors include opioids and a flood.

Health Care July 2019

Mental Health Days For Students

Oregon is adding “mental health days” to include mental or behavioral health to its list of excused school absences. Students can now take “mental health days” as well as sick days.

Global July 2019

Super Bowl Champion Gets College Degree

Joe Andruzzi has earned his degree in liberal studies from Southern Connecticut State University. Andruzzi helped the New England Patriots win three Super Bowls and survived cancer.

Health Care July 2019

Millions Should Stop Taking Aspirin?

While aspirin is still recommended for heart attack survivors and those dealing with heart disease, new guidelines caution against using it as a preventive measure in certain cases.

Financing July 2019

Rutgers To Raise Tuition On 3 Campuses

Rutgers University is increasing tuition and fees at its New Brunswick, Newark and Camden campuses by 2.9%, or about $433. The new rates were approved as part of a $4.6 billion budget.

Global July 2019

Mueller Testimony: Key Takeaways

Former special counsel Robert Mueller has testified before Congress in back-to-back hearings before the House Judiciary Committee and the House Intelligence Committee.

Health Care July 2019

The Price of Prescription Drugs

With the price of prescription drugs becoming a hot topic issue in the upcoming elections, many different organizations and companies have suggested ideas for solutions.

Financing July 2019

Student Loan Repayment Plans Fraud?

A federal watchdog agency has released a report indicating that tens of thousands may be lying about their family size and income to get their student loan monthly payments lowered.

Global July 2019

Garlic Festival Shooting; Things To Know

A shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival has led to four deaths, including that of the suspected gunman. A nonprofit has been helping Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse.

Hispanic Community July 2019

More Political Uncertainty In Puerto Rico

Justice Secretary Wanda Vázquez, who was supposed to replace Puerto Rico’s Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, said that she doesn’t want the position. Rosselló resigned amid massive protests.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Puerto Rico’s Political Crisis Worsens

Following the resignation of Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, Puerto Rico finds itself in a full-blown political crisis with no one knowing who will replace Rosselló.