Violent crimes unexpectedly jumped 18 percent last year, the first rise in nearly 20 years, and property crimes rose for first time in a decade. But academic experts said the … read more »
Study: Young people not so ‘green’ after all
They have a reputation for being environmentally minded do-gooders. But an academic analysis of surveys spanning more than 40 years has found that today’s young Americans are less interested in … read more »
Toll of NC murder-suicide rises to 4 as son dies
A 14-year-old boy who was shot by his mother in North Carolina has died, authorities said Tuesday, the fourth victim of a shooting rampage over the weekend.
Mirror shows root of problems in college athletics
How did we allow these games being played at institutions of higher learning, where the primary goal is supposed to be educating young people, to become such a damning, out-of-control … read more »
Census: Recession taking toll on young adults
In record-setting numbers, young adults struggling to find work are shunning long-distance moves to live with Mom and Dad, delaying marriage and buying fewer homes, often raising kids out of … read more »
Immigration court: Troubled system, long waits
Every morning, they don their black robes, take their seats and listen to the pleas of a long line of immigrants desperate to stay in America. The pace is fast, … read more »
NU’s English language program lauded
Mayor Thomas M. Menino and a coalition of advocates are set to mark the 10th anniversary of an English language program that has helped thousands of the city’s immigrants.