Group behind Supreme Court affirmative action cases sues West Point
Students for Fair Admissions, the group behind the cases that led the Supreme Court to strike down affirmative action in higher education, filed a lawsuit against West Point.
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Students for Fair Admissions, the group behind the cases that led the Supreme Court to strike down affirmative action in higher education, filed a lawsuit against West Point.
The new legal guidance follows the Supreme Court's affirmative action decision striking down the use of race in admissions.
Top colleges' preferential treatment of children of alumni has been facing new scrutiny since the Supreme Court last month struck down the use of affirmative action as a tool to diversify college campuses.
Students from middle-income families are the least likely to gain admission to elite universities in the U.S., Harvard researchers say.
Some constitutional scholars say the Supreme Court's exemption for military academies undercuts the argument for rejecting race-conscious admissions.
Students, Chief Justice John Roberts wrote, must be evaluated based on their experiences "as an individual — not on the basis of race."
Attitudes can be connected to perceptions of discrimination; but affirmative action more generally finds narrow support.
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
Three different Denver Broncos players will in the Pro Bowl Games.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that he's running for governor. Colorado's gubernatorial election will take place in 2026.
Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings continue in the mountains before the snow gradually comes to an end overnight.
The former Chief of Staff of Jeffco Public Schools is dead, according to a spokesperson for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. David Weiss was under investigation for possessing child sexual assault material.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that he's running for governor. Colorado's gubernatorial election will take place in 2026.
Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings continue in the mountains before the snow gradually comes to an end overnight.
The former Chief of Staff of Jeffco Public Schools is dead, according to a spokesperson for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. David Weiss was under investigation for possessing child sexual assault material.
New Year's morning drew hundreds of people for a longstanding tradition in Evergreen.
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Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that he's running for governor. Colorado's gubernatorial election will take place in 2026.
The former Chief of Staff of Jeffco Public Schools is dead, according to a spokesperson for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. David Weiss was under investigation for possessing child sexual assault material.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings continue in the mountains before the snow gradually comes to an end overnight.
Three different Denver Broncos players will in the Pro Bowl Games.
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid announced his decision to rest Patrick Mahomes on Wednesday. While the game means nothing to the Chiefs, which has already clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs, it could mean everything to the Broncos.
The FBI issued a notice to sports leagues earlier this month informing teams and players of recent burglaries targeting professional athletes.
Nikola Jokic had 37 points, Jamal Murray scored 21 of his 34 points in a decisive third period, and the Denver Nuggets survived Detroit's fourth-quarter rally to beat the Pistons 134-121 on Saturday night.
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
Officials have identified the man who intentionally rammed a pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street as revelers celebrated the new year.
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that he's running for governor. Colorado's gubernatorial election will take place in 2026.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on two groups linked to Russian and Iranian disinformation campaigns targeting this year's election.
A Virginia man was arrested on a gun charge, and investigators say they found a stockpile of pipe bombs at his home.
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Today, a carton of a dozen eggs in Colorado costs around $4, up from a national average of $1.79 three years ago. Cage-free requirements can increase the cost but there's already a nationwide bird flu outbreak and egg shortage.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
"I feel like we should've learned our lesson from COVID, that just because we aren't testing doesn't mean the virus isn't there," Dr. Leana Wen said.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
The truck recall is one of four issued by Ford Motor on the same day for a range of vehicles, including SUVs.
Tesla founder Elon Musk is a vocal proponent of H-1B visas, and his company's use of the program jumped sharply this year.
Looking to deposit year-end bonus checks or stock up on last-minute party supplies? A rundown of what to expect.
With a check in hand, a Coloradan is breathing a sigh of relief.
Some Coloradans are getting caught up in the insurance industry's ongoing efforts to find undisclosed drivers or "hidden drivers" who may be costing the industry lost premiums.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.