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A ‘political issue’: Arkansas becomes the latest state to target AP African American Studies
Arkansas is the latest in a string of states, including several in the South, who have placed AP African American history courses under review or banned them entirely. As of June 2023, 20 states have approved or proposed legislation limiting the way race is taught in schools, according to an analysis by EducationWeek.
e-Unicycles: Popular hobbies, but Illegal in New York City
[LISTEN] In June 2020, the City Council passed a bill legalizing the use of electric bikes and scooters. Not included in that legislation: electric unicycles. Natalie Demaree spoke with an e-unicyclist at Columbus Circle to learn more about the illegal hobby.
Americans want to know why “China Virus” label is being used by political leaders
Some Americans are disturbed that politicians are calling COVID-19 the “China Virus.”
Shortly after the outbreak of COVID-19, President Trump, along with other political leaders in the U.S., started referring to the infectious disease as the “China Virus.” Trump defended this label in a press conference stating that this was an accurate name, since the disease originated in China.
U.S. Immigrants Make Up A Record High Of 10 Percent of the Nation’s Electorate
University of Arkansas student Samia Ismail said her parents have taught her about the importance of political engagement.
Her parents became registered voters in 2012, after immigrating from Pakistan, she said.
Fayetteville Community Members Demand Peace for the Middle East
Fayetteville, Ark.—About 100 people of all ages and backgrounds gathered outside of the Fayetteville Town Center Saturday to protest imperialist warfare in the Middle East.
Washington County Jail Inmate Mental Health
Former Judge David Stewart saw several of the same people in and out of court during his time as Judge, including one person, a homeless alcoholic, who had been brought in 104 times, he said.
Angry Developers Argue Against Increased Driveway Restrictions at the City Council Meeting
Dozens of passionate builders urged City Council members to drop plans for more restrictions on driveways Tuesday night.