Columbia’s University Senate Calls for an Investigation Into the Administration: The senators voted for a resolution that accused the administration of ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/us/columbia-university-nemat-shafik-vote.html
Quick Glance: Columbia University Senate Pushes for Admin Investigation
- The university senate voted on a resolution accusing the administration of breaching the rights of students and professors.
- Based on a report by the senate executive committee, the administration was criticized for engaging in harmful actions.
- Allegations included the hiring of aggressive private investigators who harassed students and intruded into student rooms.
- The resolution passed with a 62-14 vote, falling short of a censure proposal against Dr. Shafik.
This taco pasta recipe broke up Big Ed and Liz on ‘90 Day Fiancé’ : “90 Day Fiancé” stars “Big Ed” Brown and Liz Woods broke up in the latest episode of the hit ...
today.com/food/news/taco-pasta-recipe-90-day-fiance-rcna149388
Central Pa. beer wholesaler prepares to roll out electric freight trucks: The company will acquire eight electric vehicle freight tractors to permanently replace ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/wilsbach-distributors-goes-electric-with-its-freight-trucks-shows-off-high-tech-facility.html
Columbia protest at a stalemate as students remain camped on lawn: Talks between protesting students and Columbia University remained at a stalemate Friday ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/columbia-stalemate-continues-student-protesters-still-camped-lawn-rcna149573
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Kyle Rittenhouse Reacts to Shooting Survivor Speaking at His College Event: Rittenhouse has hit back after Paul Prediger criticized him as they made dueling ...
sacbee.com/entertainment/article287830015.html
Biden keeps needling Trump as he walks a tightrope over his rival’s trial: President Joe Biden might not be saying much about his Republican challenger’s ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/biden-campaign-trail-trump-criminal-trial/
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Columbia University senate to examine administration amid campus protests: Columbia’s University Senate created a task force to examine the school ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/26/columbia-university-senate-president-protests/
Student protesters denounce antisemitism amid criticism over pro-Palestinian encampments at college campuses
abcnews.go.com/US/student-protesters-denounce-antisemitism-amid-criticism-pro-palestinian/story
From peace to incitement: protest against Israel-Hamas war escalates at US universities
n-tv.de/politik/An-US-Unis-eskaliert-Protest-gegen-Israel-Hamas-Krieg-article24899632.html
Biden campaign makes new digital ad buy in Pennsylvania to court Nikki Haley supporters
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/biden-campaign-pennsylvania-nikki-haley-supporters/
Steelers select West Virginia center Zach Frazier with 51st pick in 2024 NFL draft
post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2024/04/26/nfl-draft-zach-frazier-west-virginia-center-mike-tomlin/stories/202404220124
This Philly bus driver is also a substitute teacher and public transit activist: His ultimate goal is to meld his passions together and create a programme for ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/people/2024/04/27/this-philly-bus-driver-is-also-a-substitute-teacher-and-public-transit-activist
LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court arguments begin over Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution
bostonherald.com/2024/04/25/listen-live-supreme-court-arguments-begin-over-trumps-claim-of-absolute-immunity-from-prosecution/
Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles
- Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.
- The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.
- The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.
- The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.
Columbia president Minouche Shafik faces criticism in all directions: When Minouche Shafik was announced as Columbia University’s president last year ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/business/minouche-shafik-columbia-president/
Chairman and past president of Pa. grocery store chain dies : Richard Redner, who was nicknamed “The Boss,” expanded the Reading-based chain from 10 to 44 ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/chairman-and-past-president-of-pa-grocery-store-chain-dies.html
College protesters want their schools to divest from ties to Israel. Here's what that means
nbcnews.com/business/business-news/college-protesters-divest-from-israel-what-it-means-rcna149147
Pennsylvania brings protest votes to center stage: Beneath the surface of Pennsylvania’s mostly sleepy primary was a trend that's stalked Joe Biden and Donald ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/pennsylvania-trump-biden-protest-votes-rcna149261
Columbia facing lose-lose decision as Gaza protest encampment deadline looms; Ilhan Omar on campus
nydailynews.com/2024/04/25/columbia-gaza-encampment-deadline-nypd-campus-shafik-protest/
Battleground state Pennsylvania gets first electric school buses funded by Biden admin
thehill.com/homenews/education/4620801-pennsylvania-electric-school-buses-infrastructure-law/
Antony Blinken meets with President Xi as US, China spar over Ukraine, Taiwan and more
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/antony-blinken-meets-with-president-xi-as-us-china-spar-over-ukraine-taiwan-and-more.html
Quick Glance: Blinken Warns China Over Backing Russia - BBC News
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns China against supplying materials to Russia for the war in Ukraine.
- Blinken urges China to distance itself from Russia and criticizes China's role in global affairs such as the fentanyl trade and military operations in the South China Sea.
- Xi Jinping hopes for a partnership between the US and China, while Wang Yi emphasizes the need to avoid conflicts.
- The US calls on China to create a fair business environment and to prevent Iran from escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Steelers NFL Draft grades 2024: Picking Troy Fautanu at No. 20 provides Russell Wilson top-tier protection
cbssports.com/nfl/news/steelers-nfl-draft-grades-2024-picking-troy-fautanu-at-no-20-provides-russell-wilson-top-tier-protection/
Pa. House panel hears lessons learned about pot legalization in other states, Canada
pennlive.com/marijuana/2024/04/pa-house-panel-hears-lessons-learned-about-pot-legalization-in-other-states-canada.html
Columbia's president, no stranger to complex challenges, walks tightrope on student protests
apnews.com/article/columbia-president-minouche-shafik-protests-30a231f01f8a900ec9585dcf92337ec4
‘When I get through with Chicago, they’ll be loving me.’ Looking back at first words from the Bears’ top draft picks.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/25/chicago-bears-draft-picks-first-words/
A Daughter Reflects on What Philadelphia’s Chinatown Meant to Her Mother. - StoryCorps
storycorps.org/stories/a-daughter-reflects-on-what-philadelphias-chinatown-meant-to-her-mother/
TikTok sale necessary to keep China from gaining advantage over U.S.: Casey: Casey spoke to reporters after accepting the endorsement of the 177 ...
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Forecasters predict record number of hurricanes: Weather forecasters at the University of Pennsylvania predicted a record hurricane season for 2024 on Thursday ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4621211-forecasters-predict-record-number-of-hurricanes/
Who is Jeff Yass, the TikTok billionaire pumping millions into the Texas voucher fight?
dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/02/29/who-is-jeff-yass-the-tiktok-billionaire-pumping-millions-into-the-texas-voucher-fight/
Live: Supreme Court arguments begin over Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution
seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/no-one-is-above-the-law-supreme-court-will-decide-if-that-includes-trump-while-he-was-president/
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
What you need to know about the Dolphins’ first-round pick, including the name ‘Chop’
sacbee.com/sports/article288034830.html
Casey commits to 3 U.S. Senate debates; ‘See you there,’ McCormick says: U.S. Senate candidates will debate in Harrisburg, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/casey-commits-to-3-us-senate-debates-see-you-there-says-mccormick.html
Wawa’s president says central Pa. expansion won’t spell trouble with Sheetz: Central Pa. is poised to become the epicenter of the convenience store wars as Wawa ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/wawas-president-says-central-pa-expansion-wont-spell-trouble-with-sheetz.html
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UPenn swarmed by anti-Israel protesters who set up encampments on campus: 'Source of fear'
nypost.com/2024/04/25/us-news/upenn-swarmed-by-anti-israel-protesters-who-set-up-encampment-on-campus/
Thousands of employees at federal contractors lack whistleblower protections despite 2013 law
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/thousands-of-employees-at-federal-contractors-lack-whistleblower-protections-despite-2013-law.html
House Progressives Blast Attempts to Discredit Pro-Gaza Campus Protests: Rep. Ayanna Pressley condemned "misinformation that aims to undermine this movement ...
commondreams.org/news/student-protest
Great PA News Quiz: 2024 matchups, Senate screenshots, protest votes, and Roe remarks
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/great-pa-news-quiz-2024-matchups-senate-screenshots-protest-votes-and-roe-remarks.html
Today’s Campus Protest Crackdowns Are All Too Familiar to Me: I lived through a similar college crisis after 9/11. The lessons of that era are urgent.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/columbia-protests-israel-gaza-university-campus-censorship.html
Dauphin County office chaos strands people in jail, jams court: A judge held a fact-finding hearing this month to determine the extent of problems in the clerk’s ...
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Over 100 Princeton University students and faculty members gathered Thursday on a lawn near the Ivy League institution’s center to protest Israel's ongoing ... Show more
Pro-Palestine protests: Princeton, Swarthmore, Penn prepare for encampments and unrest
Pro-Palestine protests: Princeton, Swarthmore, Penn prepare for encampments and unrest
Protest votes in Pennsylvania primary loom over Trump, Biden in November: More than 150,000 registered Republicans voted for Nikki Haley in the primary ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/trump-haley-biden-pennsylvania-primary/
Rep. Summer Lee, a Democrat who has been critical of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, prevailed in Tuesday’s Pennsylvania primary ... Show more
Summer Lee wins Pennsylvania primary, despite criticism of Israel-Gaza war - The Washington Post
Summer Lee wins Pennsylvania primary, despite criticism of Israel-Gaza war - The Washington Post
Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary
- Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.
- During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.
- The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.
- Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.
What’s the deadline for Real IDs and how do I get one in Pa.?: Real IDs will be the new standard for domestic travel and entering federal buildings.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/whats-the-deadline-for-real-ids-and-how-do-i-get-one-in-pa.html
The largest mobilization since the beginning of the Gaza war shakes up US universities
english.elpais.com/usa/2024-04-24/the-largest-mobilization-since-the-beginning-of-the-gaza-war-shakes-up-us-universities.html
Will this former TV anchor give longtime Rep. Scott Perry a run for his political life?
pennlive.com/politics/2024/04/will-this-former-tv-anchor-give-longtime-rep-scott-perry-a-run-for-his-political-life.html
Paid articlePaid Protest votes in Pennsylvania primary loom over Trump, Biden in November: More than 150,000 registered Republicans voted for Nikki Haley in the primary ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/trump-haley-biden-pennsylvania-primary/
Trump's warning signs in suburbia: Trump "can't win without [suburban voters], especially in states like the Rust Belt states," one GOP strategist said ...
axios.com/2024/04/24/trump-2024-suburban-voters-protest-vote
The Gateway Pundit declaring bankruptcy amid voter misinformation lawsuit: The site is facing a lawsuit over accusations that it committed ballot fraud to alter ...
axios.com/2024/04/24/gateway-pundit-bankruptcy-lawsuit
Pennsylvania redesigned its mail-in ballot envelopes amid litigation. Some voters still tripped up
apnews.com/article/pennsylvania-mail-ballots-primary-election-ff1fdc0b5fe86e25dcf7dbf6f55e0d1d
‘Gentle giant’ pup up for adoption will steal your heart and couch. Meet Bazooka Joe
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article287938840.html
Ship repair facility to close; dozens of employees to be laid off: The facility is expected to close in June.
pennlive.com/business/2024/04/ship-repair-facility-to-close-dozens-of-employees-to-be-laid-off.html
Protests embroil Columbia, other campuses as tensions flare over war in Gaza: Live updates
eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/22/columbia-university-pro-palestinian-protests-israel-updates/73409061007/
Quick Glance: Student Protests: Arrests at Yale and NYU
- Police arrested dozens of people at pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Yale University in Connecticut and New York University in Manhattan, as student protests over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to roil US campuses.
- At Yale University, at least 47 protesters were arrested and will face disciplinary action.
- The police crackdowns came after Columbia University canceled in-person classes and cleared tent encampments on its campus in New York City.
- The universities repeatedly asked students to leave, warning of legal and disciplinary consequences if they did not.
Trump Wins Pennsylvania Primary, but Remains Haunted by Haley: Nikki Haley, who dropped out of the race more than a month ago, won more than 155,000 votes ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/us/politics/pennsylvania-primary-takeaways.html
A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/23/a-conservative-strategist-on-how-joe-biden-can-win
Donald Trump Suffers Huge Vote Against Him In Pennsylvania Primary: Nikki Haley secured 16.5 percent of the GOP primary vote in Pennsylvania ...
newsweek.com/donald-trump-pennsylvania-primary-presidential-election-huge-vote-against-him-1893520
Trump Wins Pennsylvania Primary, but Remains Haunted by Haley: Nikki Haley, who dropped out of the race more than a month ago, won more than 155,000 votes ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/us/politics/pennsylvania-primary-takeaways.html
Pennsylvania primary live updates: What's on the 2024 ballot, plus races to watch
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/23/pennsylvania-elections-live-updates-2024/73414547007/
Haley voters persist in Pennsylvania as Biden, Trump sweep state: U.S. President Joe Biden and Republican challenger Donald Trumpon Tuesday easily won their ...
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House Speaker Johnson visits Columbia University amid protests: Johnson’s visit marks the first time the top representative in the House is visiting a college ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/mike-johnson-house-speaker-columbia-student-gaza-protests/
Trump wins Pennsylvania GOP primary: Former President Trump has won the GOP primary in Pennsylvania, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4616195-trump-wins-pennsylvania-gop-primary/
Pro-Palestinian encampments and protests spread on college campuses across the U.S.
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246594938/pro-palestinian-campus-protests-columbia-yale-nyu
In high-stakes Pennsylvania Senate race, can Casey and McCormick outrun Biden and Trump?
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/24/presidential-politics-weighs-on-high-stakes-pennsylvania-senate-race-biden-trump-casey-mccormick/73430541007/
More than 25% of U.S. adults over 50 expect never to retire: AARP: About 1 in 4 have no retirement savings, according to research that shows how a graying ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/more-than-25-of-us-adults-over-50-expect-never-to-retire-aarp.html
Gov. Shapiro jabs at university leaders over safety concerns during pro-Palestinian protests
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/gov-shapiro-jabs-at-university-leaders-over-safety-concerns-during-pro-palestinian-protests.html
McCormick and Casey Win Senate Primaries, Setting Up Battle in Pennsylvania: Senator Bob Casey, the Democratic incumbent, will face David McCormick ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/us/politics/mccormick-casey-pennsylvania-senate.html
Quick Glance: Pennsylvania's U.S. Senate Showdown: Casey vs. McCormick
- Bob Casey and David McCormick's primary victories set the stage for a high-stakes U.S. Senate contest in Pennsylvania.
- The upcoming general election campaign promises to be intense, with Casey's focus on 'greedflation' and McCormick challenging his opponent's policies.
- The race holds significance in determining Senate control, with Casey as a Biden ally and McCormick endorsed by Trump, impacting the delicate Senate majority balance.
- The candidates' differing approaches to key issues like economy, immigration, and foreign policy will shape the outcome in a pivotal 2024 election year.
More Than 4 Dozen Unions Demand 'End of Repression' of Columbia Protests: "The right to protest is necessary for every struggle, and the direct attack on ...
commondreams.org/news/unions-columbia-solidarity
Pa. primaries 2024: Biden, Trump win nominations; important races set for November - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/04/23/pennsylvania-primary-election-casey-mccormick/9711713818594/
Harrisburg area’s air quality is among worst on East Coast: report: Dauphin and Allegheny counties were the worst in the six-state mid-Atlantic region.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/harrisburg-areas-air-quality-is-among-worst-on-east-coast-report.html
Paid articlePaid Pennsylvania Primary Election Results 2024: Get live results and maps from the 2024 Pennsylvania primary elections.
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/23/us/elections/results-pennsylvania-primary.html
Trump calls for 'election integrity' again. It's same ploy he used in 2020 and 2016.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/23/trump-election-integrity-2024-lies-voter-fraud/73414481007/
U.S. Marshals arrest suspect wanted in 2023 Harrisburg triple shooting: Shawn Jason was wanted by the Harrisburg Police Department for three counts of criminal ...
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/us-marshals-arrest-suspect-wanted-in-2023-harrisburg-triple-shooting.html
The Guy Who Shoved a Planned Parenthood Volunteer Lost His Primary. This Won’t Be the Last You Hear of Him.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/pennsylvania-primary-2024-houck-fitzpatrick-abortion-planned-parenthood.html
Columbia University main campus classes will be hybrid until semester ends; NYU students, faculty arrested during protests
cnn.com/2024/04/22/business/columbia-tensions-passover-virtual-classes/
Central Pa. fire companies to start live-burn training for 17-year-olds: Allowed by legislation signed in 2023, more than 20 fire companies in the central ...
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/central-pa-fire-companies-to-start-live-burn-training-for-17-year-olds.html
Pennsylvania governor eyes solar power for 50 percent of state agencies: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) on Monday announced the state’s efforts to make half ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4615182-pennsylvania-governor-eyes-solar-power-for-50-percent-of-state-agencies/
Gaza protests: Humboldt halts classes, more tents go up at UC Berkeley: In swelling anti-war protests, thousands of university students in California and across ...
sfchronicle.com/california/article/gaza-protests-humboldt-halts-classes-tents-go-19418700.php
Quick Glance: Spread of Anti-War Protests at U.S. Universities
- University of Minnesota student sets up protest camp following arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
- Pro-Palestinian protests sweep campuses nationwide, demanding universities cut ties with Israel.
- Arrest of over 100 student protesters at Columbia University sparks solidarity protests at other colleges.
- Student anti-war protests spread across the country, from Yale to University of California, demanding divestment from Israel.
Editorial: Let Californians vote on green constitutional amendment : A proposal in the California Legislature would put a "green amendment" on the November ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-24/let-californians-decide-on-constitutional-rights-to-clean-air-and-water-green-amendment
Pennsylvania primary voters send warning signals to Trump, Biden: Just like the national surveys that show the candidates within the margins of error ...
pennlive.com/elections/2024/04/pennsylvania-primary-voters-send-warning-signals-to-trump-biden.html
Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
abcnews.go.com/538/live-updates/pennsylvania-primaries-2024/
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