Search results for

Protesters across the U.S. on Thursday used the international labor day to push back against what they see as an anti-immigrant and anti-worker agenda being pushed by the Trump administration.

The Department of Health and Human Services is ending a $766 million contract with the vaccine company Moderna to develop an mRNA vaccine for flu strains with pandemic potential, including bird flu.

Older men can find themselves isolated after retirement. Volunteer groups like Grandpas United are good for both physical and mental health.

Mexico is accusing the gunmakers of aiding and abetting the gushing pipeline of military-style weapons from the U.S. to Mexican cartels.

Former and current U.S. air traffic controllers say the Trump administration's focus on new equipment doesn't address problems like grueling schedules and stagnating pay that are hurting morale.

With a goal of providing important and useful information on special education law and practice, the University of San Diego School of Law offers its Special Education Law and Advocacy Series (SELAS). This specialized program not only educates participants about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and other related laws and includes an in-depth look at Regional Center services, it also offers practical tips for special education advocacy. Past participants have included parents of children with disabilities, professionals working in related fields, school district staff, related services providers (such as speech and language pathologists), attorneys, and others. The series includes six seminars, which may be taken individually or as a complete program. The seminars are taught by experienced special education attorneys as well as a licensed clinical psychologist. No textbook is required and each seminar includes electronic handouts. A “Certificate of Completion” will be given to all enrollees who complete all six seminars in person or by Zoom. **Viewing the recording alone will not qualify for certification. THERE ARE NO CLASSES ON APRIL 5 AND 19.

On Midday Edition Monday, local designers open up about the fashion industry and advocacy for sustainability and representation.

House Republicans narrowly adopted a multitrillion-dollar budget framework on Thursday, paving the way for lawmakers to begin work on many of President Trump's top policy priorities.

Fight for America! is a new art installation about democracy that invites audiences to play a war game — battling over the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

This professional development session explores the powerful role visual art has played in advancing social movements throughout history, equipping educators with resources, examples, and art projects that align with the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum theme of Social Movements and Equity. Participants will examine how art has amplified the voices of advocates and driven social change, analyzing both historical and contemporary examples. Designed for all educators, not just art teachers, this session provides adaptable lesson plans and classroom-ready projects that support Ethnic Studies Learning Outcomes across various subjects. Educators will leave with practical tools, meaningful connections, and strategies to inspire student engagement with themes of equity and justice. All content is aligned with the National Core Arts Standards, ensuring a seamless integration of art into diverse educational contexts. *At checkout, use CODE: PD10 to get $10 off of a bundle of three sessions! Visit: Art Within Social Movements: Integrating Art & Ethnic Studies ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook