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DePaul University Law Students Targeted in Violent Attack Amidst Rising Campus Antisemitism

Chicago, IL — At DePaul University, concerns are mounting as students and faculty grapple with allegations of pervasive antisemitism on campus. Following recent violent attacks on Jewish students, the university’s protocols and safety measures are now under intense scrutiny. Brooke Goldstein, a prominent activist and leader in Jewish civil rights, has played a pivotal role in spotlighting these issues. As the founder and executive director of The Lawfare Project and the #EndJewHatred movement, Goldstein champions …

University Faces Record $14 Million Fine for Campus Safety Violations

Lynchburg, Virginia – The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday that Liberty University faces a record $14 million fine for violating federal laws related to campus safety. This fine is accompanied by a requirement for Liberty to invest $2 million in campus safety improvements over the next two years as part of a post-review monitoring period. According to a detailed report released by the Education Department, Liberty University, a private Christian institution in Virginia, …

New Evidence Emerges in University Murder Trial as Expert Witnesses Testify on Campus Videos and DNA Clues

Athens, GA — The murder trial of Jose Ibarra, entering its third day, intensified as a series of expert witnesses presented evidence shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the death of Laken Riley. The court examined a diverse array of evidentiary details from security footage to the victim’s last text messages, clothing articles, and forensic analyses. First to testify was Sgt. Sophie Raboud from the University of Georgia Police Department, who delved into video footage …

Trial Begins for Man Accused in Tragic Slaying of Georgia Nursing Student on Campus Run

Athens, GA — A Venezuelan national stands accused of the brutal murder of a University of Georgia nursing student, a case that has inflamed the ongoing national debate over immigration policies. Authorities allege that Jose Ibarra, who entered the U.S. illegally, killed Laken Riley, 22, during an attack while she was jogging on the university campus this past February. The trial, devoid of a jury at Ibarra’s behest, is currently unfolding under the gavel of …

University of Bridgeport Enforces Campus Lockdown Amid Active Search for Dining Hall Shooter, Official Confirms

Bridgeport, Conn. — A state of heightened security gripped the University of Bridgeport on Thursday as authorities launched a manhunt for a suspect following a shooting incident in the campus dining hall. The unsettling event prompted an immediate lockdown, with officials urging students and faculty to shelter in place until further notice. Details about the incident are gradually emerging. According to local law enforcement, the suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed, fled the scene immediately after …

Tragedy Strikes University Reunion: One Dead, Ten Injured in Nashville Campus Shooting

Nashville, Tenn. — A tragic shooting at a university alumni reunion event on Friday left one man dead and nine others injured, provoking renewed concern about the frequency of gun violence across U.S. educational institutions and gathering spots. The violence erupted around 5:00 p.m. local time at the intersection of Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue N., close to the campus, filling local hospitals with wounded victims and a community with grief and outrage. Authorities reported …

Student Murdered in “Crime of Opportunity” on University Campus Leads to Arrest of Suspect

Athens, Georgia – A tragic incident unfolded at the University of Georgia campus in Athens, where the body of Laken Hope Riley, a junior at Augusta University College of Nursing, was discovered. The victim, found near a lake on campus, was a promising future nurse known for her compassion and dedication. Authorities revealed that the suspect, Jose Antonio Ibarra, who did not attend school at the campus, has been charged with felony murder in connection …

Campus Demonstrations Mark Anniversary of Hamas Attack, Reflecting Persistent Divisions

Jerusalem — On the solemn anniversary of a significant Hamas-led attack, contrasting rallies surfaced across university campuses, capturing a stark divide in opinion and sentiment about the conflict. Students and community members gathered, symbolizing the enduring tensions and the struggle for peace in a region long fraught with historical and political complexities. The demonstrations, which took place in various academic settings, were not only a reflection of the ongoing strife but also a forum for …

Tragic Crime Suspected in On-Campus Death of Augusta Nursing Student at UGA Campus

ATHENS, Ga. – The University of Georgia campus was rocked by the discovery of a young woman’s body on Thursday, prompting suspicions of foul play. UGA police received a distressing call just after noon, requesting a welfare check on a friend who had gone for a morning run at the intramural fields but had not returned. A subsequent search led to the discovery of the woman’s body behind Lake Herrick, not far from the fields. …

Alabama A&M Public Safety Chief Unveils New Strategy to Boost Campus Security Following Recent Incident

Huntsville, AL — Following a violent incident on the campus of Alabama A&M University, the institution’s public safety chief has outlined a comprehensive plan aimed at bolstering security measures to protect students and staff. The recent attack, which resulted in injuries to a student, has prompted urgent discussions on enhancing campus safety protocols. The university’s Chief of Public Safety, Nadis Carlisle, highlighted several initiatives designed to prevent future occurrences of such distressing events. Among the …