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This Back-to-School Season, Some Districts are Banning Cellphones

Story of the Week / September 5th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

According to an Education Week analysis, “At least 13 states have passed laws or enacted policies that ban or restrict students’ use of cellphones in schools statewide or recommend local districts enact their own bans or restrictive policies.”

Education, Social Media, Technology, Public Schools, Teachers, Schools, Culture, Story Of The Week

Trump Says He Will Debate Harris on ABC September 10

Story of the Week / August 29th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will have a debate on September 10 hosted by ABC, but some confusion remains as the candidates argue over its rules.

2024 Presidential Election, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, ABC News, Story Of The Week

Key Takeaways From the Democratic National Convention

Story of the Week / August 22nd, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Activists pushed for policy changes on Gaza during President Joe Biden’s speech, and Michelle and Barack Obama electrified the crowd.

DNC, Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Joe Biden, Pro-Palestine Protests, Story Of The Week

Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Her Running Mate

Story of the Week / August 8th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Walz is seen by fellow democrats as an asset for the party’s ticket in midwestern states like Michigan and Wisconsin.

Kamala Harris, 2024 Presidential Election, Tim Walz, Story Of The Week

Hezbollah Commander, Hamas Leaders Killed in Separate Airstrikes

Story of the Week / August 1st, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

srael killed a Hezbollah commander in an air strike Tuesday in Beirut, Lebanon. Ismail Haniyeh, a top Hamas leader, was also assassinated in Iran. Iran vowed retaliation, but Israel didn't confirm or deny involvement in Haniyeh's killing.

Middle East, Israel, Hamas, Israel Hamas Violence, Iran, War, Hezbollah, Story Of The Week

President Joe Biden Drops Out of the Race

Story of the Week / July 25th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Following a weak debate performance in late June and subsequent deliberations about his cognitive abilities, the president’s withdrawal clears the way for a new Democratic nominee to take on former President Donald J. Trump.

2024 Presidential Election, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Story Of The Week

The Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump in Four Photos

Story of the Week / July 18th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Trump was holding a rally when he was shot in the ear. Two people, including the gunman, were killed and two were critically injured.

Trump Assassination Attempt, 2024 Presidential Election, Donald Trump, Story Of The Week

The Supreme Court Decides Trump Has Immunity for “Official Actions”

Story of the Week / July 3rd, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

On Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from prosecution on charges regarding attempts to overturn the 2020 election, a ruling that expanded presidential power. The vote was 6 to 3, with the court’s liberal justices dissenting.

Supreme Court, Donald Trump, Presidential Immunity, Story Of The Week

Are President Biden's Immigration Decisions Resonating With Voters?

Story of the Week / June 20th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Navigating a competitive presidential race, President Joe Biden is attempting to walk the line on immigration policy. How is he doing?

Immigration, Joe Biden, Asylum, Border Crisis, 2024 Presidential Election, Story Of The Week

How Will Hunter Biden’s Conviction Affect the Presidential Election?

Story of the Week / June 14th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Voices across the spectrum are reflecting on the impact of Hunter Biden’s felony convictions.

Hunter Biden, Hunter Biden Laptop, Joe Biden, Criminal Justice, Drugs, Story Of The Week

How Will Trump's Conviction Change the Presidential Race?

Story of the Week / June 6th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Last week, 2024 Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump was convicted of 34 counts of business fraud.

Story Of The Week, 2024 Presidential Election, Politics, Donald Trump, Trump Indictments

Israel Tests Biden's 'Red Line' With Rafah Airstrike

Story of the Week / May 30th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

On Sunday, an Israeli airstrike and a subsequent fire killed at least 45 people in a Palestinian tent city in Rafah. Soon after, Israeli tanks reached central Rafah.

Story Of The Week, Middle East, Israel Hamas Violence, Joe Biden, World, Israel, Gaza, Palestine, Hamas

Is Bidenomics Terrific or Terrible? It Depends Who You Ask.

Story of the Week / May 23rd, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

With a presidential election just over the horizon, many voters expect to have a clear picture of the current strength of the economy under President Joe Biden. But this is not the case.

Story Of The Week, Economy And Jobs, Inflation, Politics, Joe Biden

Biden Walks the Line on Israel, Issues Rafah Ultimatum

Story of the Week / May 16th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Will the Israel-Hamas conflict fracture the Democratic Party and sink Biden's chances of winning reelection in November?

Story Of The Week, Joe Biden, Middle East, Israel Hamas Violence, Gaza, Politics, 2024 Presidential Election, Israel

Six Months Out: State of the Presidential Race

Story of the Week / May 9th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

With roughly six months until election day, it's time for a check-in on the candidates vying to be the next president of the United States.

Story Of The Week, 2024 Presidential Election, Politics, Joe Biden, Donald Trump

Are Crackdowns on College Protests the Answer to Unrest?

Story of the Week / May 2nd, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Thousands of student protesters across the country have been arrested while demonstrating in support of the people of Gaza and in opposition to Israel.

Education, Colleges And Universities, Israel Hamas Violence, Middle East, Protests, Story Of The Week, Pro-Palestine Protests

Student Protesters Clash With Police Across Country

Story of the Week / April 25th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

On college campuses across the country, student protesters are constructing tent cities decorated with signs calling for a ceasefire and the recognition of Palestinian statehood.

Education, Colleges And Universities, Israel Hamas Violence, Middle East, Protests, Story Of The Week

How Will Israel Respond to Iran's Attack?

Story of the Week / April 18th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

On Saturday, Iran launched an unprecedented barrage of missiles and drones at Israel, sparking fears of a wider war in the region.

Story Of The Week, Israel, Iran, World, Israel Hamas Violence

Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Adds to Maritime Shipping Strain

Story of the Week / March 28th, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

Efforts are underway to clear debris from the collapse that is blocking the 10th busiest port in the country.

Story Of The Week, Francis Scott Key Bridge, International Shipping, Water And Oceans, Infrastructure

Can Texas Create Its Own Immigration Policy?

Story of the Week / March 21st, 2024 / By AllSides Staff

A new immigration bill signed into law in Texas is raising constitutional concerns and criticisms of federal immigration policies.

Story Of The Week, Immigration, Border Crisis, US-Mexico Border, Joe Biden, Greg Abbott

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