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Judge allows Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil's deportation

A US judge has ruled the Trump administration can deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate detained last month over his role in pro-Palestinian protests.

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CASEY RYAN: Maine Stepped In It Big Time

President Donald Trump and Education Secretary Linda McMahon have spent the past few months undoubtedly working hard to eliminate radical

Trump administration sued over huge funding cuts at Columbia University

Two faculty organizations file suit after university makes concessions to Trump officials.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

The potential impacts of closing the Department of Education, explained

The federal agency handles financial aid for college students, civil rights enforcement and federal funding for marginalized K-12 students.

Trump’s Columbia Funding Cutoff Is Illegal

On Friday of last week, the Trump administration announced that it was canceling $400 million in grants to and contracts with Columbia University in response to the university’s

From polar bears to polar vortex: How Columbia Sportswear uses nature to protect us from it

It’s because I’m wearing Columbia Sportswear Omni-Heat Infinity baselayers, and I have underestimated their insulating capacities—a mistake I will not make twice. It’s a mistake I shouldn’t have made at all.

Leader of Anti-Semitic Protests at Columbia University Campus Detained by Immigration Authorities

The green card of Mahmoud Khalil is revoked as the Trump administration follows through on promises to deport disruptive anti-Israel protesters

Palestinian student protester arrested at Columbia University

US authorities have arrested a Palestinian graduate student who played a prominent role in last year’s pro-Palestinian protests at New York’s Columbia University. The student, Mahmoud Khalil, from the university’s School of International and Public ...

Federal agents arrest Palestinian student protester at Columbia University, students say

Federal agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student who played a major role in last year's protests at Columbia University, students said.

ICE arrests Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University protests

Mahmoud Khalil one of the most visible faces of the pro-Palestinian movement at Columbia and was arrested at his university-owned apartment on Saturday night, his attorney said.

Videos/Pics: Left-wing protesters riot, take over college building in NYC

A video shows a riot breaking out as pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel protesters gathered at Barnard College in New York City on Thursday.

2025 OHSAA state wrestling: Live results from Division III

OHSAA wrestling championships get underway Friday at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus. Follow the Division III results here.

Armed Man Shot By Secret Service In Confrontation Near The White House

An armed man was shot and wounded by members of the U.S. Secret Service during a shootout early Sunday, authorities said.

Gamecocks get early runs to clinch series win over Morehead State

South Carolina baseball put up 12 runs in the first three innings on its way to a 16-11 win over Morehead State on Saturday afternoon.

Mystery Solved? A Submerged Car From the 1950s May Belong to a Missing Oregon Family

After 66 years, a submerged Ford station wagon believed to belong to the missing Martin family has been recovered from the Columbia River.

Trump nixes $400M in Columbia University grants over anti-Israel encampments

The Trump administration has canceled 400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, stating that persistent anti-Israel encampments and harassment of Jewish students on campus have gone

The Trump administration is gutting colleges’ best tools to fight antisemitism

On Friday, the Trump administration announced it was canceling approximately $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University because of what the Department of Education called “continued inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.

Cornell visits Columbia after Weiss’ 23-point showing

Columbia faces the Cornell Big Red after Riley Weiss scored 23 points in Columbia's 77-49 win against the Yale Bulldogs.

Trump Administration Pulls $400 Million From Columbia University

The Trump administration is canceling $400 million in grants and contracts with Columbia University because of what it said was the school's inaction over antisemitism.

Trump Administration Live Updates: Columbia University Loses $400 Million in Federal Grants and Contracts

Simmering anger at the billionaire’s unchecked power spilled out in a remarkable Cabinet Room meeting. The president quickly moved to rein in Mr. Musk.

Two Hamilton County men face drug trafficking charges following investigation in Columbia County

FHP troopers worked with sheriff’s deputies to pull over Jerome Johnson during a traffic stop in Columbia County on Tuesday, where they found meth, fentanyl, and marijuana.

Columbia Fireflies invite fans to audition to sing the National Anthem at Segra Park

The Columbia Fireflies has announced that fans are invited to audition live to perform the National Anthem in 2025.

Acme Pie Co. is relocating on Columbia Pike this month

A Columbia Pike pie shop is closing after next week, with plans to relocate and reopen by early next month. Acme Pie Co. plans to close its doors at 2803 Columbia Pike sometime after Pi Day on Friday,

A $1.7 million 'superstop' to nowhere? COMET plan for new Columbia transfer hub appears doomed.

After years of engineering issues and infighting, the COMET will scrap its 'superstop' plan as it seeks solutions to reducing the bus lineup at COMET Central.

Car’s discovery in Columbia River could end decades of speculation about Martin family disappearance

A couple months ago, a diver located a car “about 50 feet under the surface of the water [and] seven feet under the ground.”

Calls for parental accountability renewed after deadly Columbia mall shooting

Lifelong Baltimore resident Pastor P.M. Smith discusses the level of accountability needed from parents to keep kids from committing violent crime.

Trump Administration Targets Columbia for Allegedly Failing to Stop Antisemitism

Three federal departments are reviewing contracts with the university worth more than $54 million, while a task force investigates claims of discrimination against Jewish students.

Trump Administration Says Columbia U.’s Federal Funding at Risk Over Protest Response

President Trump also said Tuesday that his administration would cut federal funding from any institution that allowed “illegal protests” to persist.

Columbia County District 4 Commissioner announces plans to run for Commission Chair

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - On Tuesday, Columbia County Commissioner Alison Couch announced her run for Chair of Commission. Couch currently represents District 4.

Columbia city council and school board candidates discuss key issues at public forum

Columbia voters attended a forum hosted by Race Matters, Friends, to hear from City Council and School Board candidates on key issues ahead of the April 8 election.

Trump Threatens Columbia With Millions in Cuts Over Antisemitism Claims

The university, the administration’s first big target in a campaign to root out what it called harassment on campus, could lose more than $50 million in funding.

Williams Baptist women's basketball falls to Columbia in AMC Tournament final

The loss snaps a program-high 22 game win-streak for WBU. The Lady Eagles have already secured an automatic bid into the NAIA National Tournament by winning the AMC regular season title.

Columbia school board votes to cut property taxes next school year

When: Columbia Borough school board meeting, Feb. 20. What happened: The board voted to approve a .4-mill tax reduction next year. The district will decrease property taxes by using a Pennsylvania Ready to Learn block grant in the amount of $179,600, Keith Ramsey, business manager, said after the meeting.