Ben Chapman

Jersey City has placed its police department under the leadership of a civilian in an unusual arrangement meant to bring greater transparency and accountability to law enforcement there, Mayor Steven Fulop said.

Bill de Blasio says the NYPD needs help from federal authorities to reverse a rise in shootings.

District officials say they are wary of setting benchmarks for school closures that may change as the Delta variant threatens school openings.

David Banks, who established public schools for boys in disadvantaged areas, could be appointed to the job of schools chancellor as soon as this week, according to people close to New York City Mayor-elect Eric Adams.

The two largest public-school districts in the U.S.—in New York City and Los Angeles—are getting new leaders.

Members of the community broadly condemn the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin, and talk of strengthening ties to Ukraine.

The Education Department grants were given to public and private nonprofit colleges and universities, including those in rural areas, and schools that have experienced enrollment declines since the start of the pandemic.

About 70% of schools in a CDC survey reported low-cost steps, including relocating activities outdoors and opening doors and windows.

The job action in Washington’s largest school system affects about 50,000 students.

The U.S. Education Department’s Office of Inspector General has examined a sampling attached to more than $280 billion in federal pandemic funds.