Study finds most violent crime rates have fallen back to pre-pandemic levels
The number of homicides across the United States declined by 16% in 2024, continuing a recent downward trajectory, according to the latest crime trends report from the Council on Criminal Justice.
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Scientists host 'science fair of canceled grants' on Capitol Hill to fight funding cuts
In the wake of massive funding cuts to the NIH, USAID, and other scientific institutions, researchers are sharing “the things we’ll never know.”
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This woman crawled marathons to raise awareness for sexual assault. Now, thanks to her, Texas has redefined consent
After three sessions, Texas lawmakers passed a bill last month that defines consent and fixes what advocates called a loophole in Texas sexual assault laws.
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5,000 people express interest in running for office following NYC mayoral primary: 'Change is coming'
Following a heated Democratic primary for New York City’s next mayor, political experts report an uptick in young progressives seeking elected office.
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Americans share their hopes for the country on 'wish walls' nationwide. The responses are surprisingly unifying
Leading up to the 250th birthday of the United States, thousands are sharing their dreams for the future online and in real life.
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These mayors are tackling climate change on a local level. It's working.
As the Trump administration boosts fossil fuels and rolls back regulations, mayors are greening their cities — in more ways than one.
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Amid tensions with Trump administration, Harvard offers free courses on US history, politics
While the university has long offered free courses to expand educational opportunities, its 2025 catalog is especially in demand.
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