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2 Iranian students challenge removal from country

By PHILIP MARCELO | February 3, 2020

BOSTON (AP) — Two college students from Iran have filed civil rights complaints with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, saying they were mistreated and illegally denied entry into the country by federal officials at Boston’s Logan International...

Guy scores 21, Boston College women upset No. 14 Florida St.

January 30, 2020

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Emma Guy had 21 points on 10-of-16 shooting and Boston College never trailed after halftime in a 65-56 upset of No. 14 Florida State on Thursday night.Marnelle Garraud added 12 points, seven rebounds and six assists, and Taylor...

Cornell freshman’s parents sue over his death, allege hazing

By CAROLYN THOMPSON | January 29, 2020

A Cornell University freshman found dead at the bottom of a nearby gorge was the victim of an elaborate hazing that forced fraternity pledges to drink dangerous quantities of alcohol while cycling through seven themed rooms, the parents of the late student...

Puerto Rico opens only 20% of schools amid ongoing quakes

By DANICA COTO | January 28, 2020

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico opened only 20% of its public schools on Tuesday following a strong earthquake that delayed the start of classes by nearly three weeks as fears linger over the safety of students.Only 177 schools were certified...

Sandy Hook denier charged with having victim’s dad’s ID info

By Associated Press | January 28, 2020

SORRENTO, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man who repeatedly harassed parents of shooting victims at Sandy Hook Elementary School has been arrested for possessing the identification of one of the parents, authorities said.Wolfgang Halbig, 73, was arrested Monday...

Local schools respond to concerns with safety measures

By Melissa Mastrogiovanni | January 30, 2011

The issue of school safety was recently brought to the forefront of national news when a Lost Angeles student brought a gun to school. On Jan. 18, a gun discharged inside of a student's backpack at Garden High School, 1301 West 182nd St. in Gardena, California....