Global July 2019

'Remain In Mexico' Expands

The Department of Homeland security is expanding the policy that requires asylum seekers to wait outside the U.S. to Matamoros, Mexico, which is one of Mexico’s most dangerous cities.

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.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Political Crisis In Puerto Rico

Gov. Ricardo Rosselló has promised to not run for re-election, but many question if he can govern amid massive protests for him to immediately leave office.

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.

Technology July 2019

FTC Fines Facebook $5B

The FTC has fined Facebook $5 billion, the largest fine it has ever levied on a tech company, for privacy violations. It is also instituting new restrictions and oversight on Facebook.

Hispanic Community July 2019

ICE Releases US Citizen Wrongfully Held

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has released 18-year-old, U.S.-born citizen Francisco Erwin Galicia who was wrongfully detained for more than three weeks.

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.

Global July 2019

From Puerto Rico To HACU; Top 5 Headlines

Protests in Puerto Rico have led to Gov. Ricardo Rosselló resigning and not seeking re-election. The application deadline for MillerCoors scholarships has been extended.

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.

Global July 2019

UB And Marlboro Are Merging

The University of Bridgeport and Marlboro College are merging to create an expanded university. They will expand geographic and educational opportunities for students.

Financing August 2019

Mizzou Looks Into Financial Aid Loophole

Mizzou is looking into the loophole that allows wealthy families to receive financial aid. Mizzou has identified fewer than 10 students that might have benefitted from the loophole.