Portland Public Schools Board Approves Potential Expansion of JROTC Programs Amid Community Debate
The Portland Public Schools board approved considering JROTC programs in high schools by a 4-3 vote, sparking concerns over potential funding shifts and recruitment of disadvantaged students.
Auditor General's Report Praises Philadelphia Charter School Office, Suggests Further Enhancements
The audit of Philadelphia's Charter School Office shows compliance with state laws but recommends improvements, including external review involvement and more frequent admission lottery audits.
Washington County Plans $30M Bond Sale for Upgrades, Nods to Workforce and Mental Health Initiatives
Washington County is considering a $30 million bond to fund service center upgrades and park improvements, implement a workforce development plan, and has acknowledged donations and cultural observances.
Guatemala Hosts Third Los Angeles Declaration Ministerial with Blinken to Tackle Migration Issues, U.S. Commits $578M in Aid
The article details the third Los Angeles Declaration Ministerial meeting in Guatemala, where the U.S. and other nations discussed efforts to address migration challenges, enhance lawful migration pathways, and crack down on human smuggling.
Georgia's Land Sale Ban to 'Foreign Adversaries' Sparks National Security Debate and Xenophobia Concerns
Georgia's S.B. 420 law bans "foreign adversaries" from buying land near military sites, raising national security and xenophobia concerns. Critics recall discriminatory laws against Asians, while proponents cite Chinese entities as security threats.