Global June 2020

Police’s Role On 10K Schools Re-Imagined?

The Superintendent of Public Instruction for California said his office is re-imaging the role of police at public schools. Some schools, however, will still need officers.

Global June 2020

Europe To Reopen Borders

Although countries in Europe are going to begin reopening their borders, it is unlikely that Americans will be allowed to travel there. This is in part because of spread of COVID-19.

Global June 2020

Non-Immigrants Visa Ban Extended

Many temporary work visas have been added to a ban on green cards issued outside of the U.S. This freeze is slated to last to the end of 2020 and will impact multinational corporations.

Global June 2020

NYC Reopening Hits 'Biggest Piece'

After months of being an epicenter of COVID-19 infections, people in New York City can dine out, shop at stores, get haircuts and take their children to playgrounds.

Global June 2020

Hiring Rose In 46 States In May

According to the Labor Department, unemployment rates fell in 38 states, yet the overall U.S. rate in May was still high at 13.3% although down from April’s 14.7%.

Global June 2020

Trump To Renew Effort To End DACA Protections

President Donald Trump said he will renew his effort to end the protections from the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program despite the Supreme Court’s ruling.

Global June 2020

What Is The 'Justice Act'?

The “Justice Act” (Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere Act of 2020) is being proposed by Senate Republicans. House Democrats are also proposing legislation.

Global June 2020

UVA Changes Logo Design Linked With Slavery

Athletics teams at the University of Virginia will soon be wearing a new logo. Fans raised objections to the handles on the sabres below the V in the logo and on the Cavalier shield.

Global June 2020

Trump Signs Order On Police Changes

President Donald Trump signs an executive order in part to establish a database to keep track of police officers that have a history of using excessive force.

Global June 2020

Atlanta Sobriety Test Quickly Turned Deadly

A sobriety check in the parking lot of a Wendy’s turned deadly. At one point two officers and 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks wrestled before Brooks took one of the officer’s Taser and ran.

Global June 2020

Washington Schools Expected To Reopen In Fall

The state’s superintendent of public instruction in Washington said schools should reopen this fall for face-to-face instruction contingent on public health guidelines.

Global June 2020

UConn Tentatively To Restart Classes Aug. 31

UConn has announced that it is tentatively restarting its classes on August 31. A plan for dealing with COVID-19 has been submitted to the UConn Board of Trustees.