University News & Breaking Stories

Dysfunction and layoffs plague the Center for Antiracist Research, causing disappointment and frustration for staff members. Boston University faces a crossroads in addressing the harm done.

Temple University mourns the loss of President JoAnne Epps, who passed away while serving the university community. A vigil will be held to remember her.

Temple University acting president JoAnne A. Epps died suddenly during a memorial service, leaving the university in shock and grief.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was placed on lockdown for over an hour following reports of an armed person near campus. This is the second time in less than three weeks that the university has been locked down due to an armed person.

Aspen City Council discusses the balance between law enforcement's need for technology and protecting citizens' 4th Amendment rights.

Graduate students at Duke University have won their election to unionize, forming the largest graduate student union at a private university in the South. The final vote count was 1,000 votes for the union and 131 against, with supporters receiving 88%. The university has seven days to challenge the results before they are certified. The Duke Graduate Student Union hopes to negotiate contracts with the university, focusing on issues such as equitable pay, improved benefits, and support for international students.

A man convicted of fatally stabbing his girlfriend in front of her children escaped from prison and remains on the loose.

Graduate student charged with fatally shooting a professor at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, leaving authorities investigating the motive.

Los Angeles County politician Mark Ridley-Thomas sentenced to prison for accepting benefits while favoring USC in county contracts.

UNC graduate student identified as active shooter, later taken into custody. Campus lockdown expected to lift soon. #ChapelHill #UNCShooting

Genesis Owusu, an Australian musician, has won numerous music awards and is now releasing his second LP, "Struggler," a concept album about the life of a cockroach. The album reflects on the chaotic world and the perseverance against overwhelming forces. Owusu, born to African parents in Australia, aims to showcase his genuine and authentic music to the world.

Meghan's absence from Serena Williams' baby shower sparks rumors of a strained relationship, but there may be another shower in the works.

Butler University soccer players file lawsuits alleging sexual assault by trainer.

"Brother of Aaron Hernandez arrested after school shooting threat worries"

Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has resigned following allegations of research misconduct. The allegations, first reported by a student newspaper, questioned the integrity of Tessier-Lavigne's research and his failure to address errors. While a report released by the university's board of trustees confirmed some of the allegations, it did not agree with the newspaper's claims of potential research fraud. Tessier-Lavigne, who had a successful career as a neuroscientist and fundraiser, joined Stanford in 2016 and helped raise billions of dollars for the university. Richard Saller, a Stanford classics professor, will serve as interim president.

Famous hacker Kevin Mitnick, known as the 'Condor,' dies at 59 from pancreatic cancer.

Mexican voters in Baja California are preparing for the June 2024 elections, where they will choose a new president, replace the chamber of deputies and senate, and select local and state leaders. A nonpartisan group called Consejo Ciudadano Independiente is aiming to offer voters more choices by identifying potential candidates that could win the support of opposition parties and independent voters. The group is creating a digital platform to vet applicants and pass on their information to opposition parties. Baja California has seen a decrease in voter turnout, and the Consejo members hope to make a difference by addressing the neglect in governance.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and State Rep. Kam Buckner express concern over Northwestern football hazing allegations, call for action.

Northwestern fires coach Pat Fitzgerald amid hazing scandal and mishandling.

Disgraced basketball coach Bob Huggins threatens to sue West Virginia.

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett dies at 35 in apparent drowning.