The Latest Breaking News from Tribune News Service

Tom Philp: Even in liberal California, there is little to stop extremists from hijacking schools

When property tax reform via Proposition 13 led to fiscal challenges for California’s public school system in 1978, the Legislature strengthened the role of the local watchdog, the county superintendent of schools.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

More blue states declare themselves sanctuaries for transgender health care

Democratic governors and state lawmakers across the country are mobilizing against a surge of Republican restrictions on transgender health care by establishing their states as sanctuaries for gender-affirming care.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Lisa Jarvis: For many women seeking abortions, all roads now lead to Illinois

June 24, 2022, was a devastating day for Jennifer Welsch, the president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Illinois. That was the day the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson decision overruled Roe v. Wade, clearing the way for states to ban or severely restrict abortion.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Commentary: The Wagner mutiny leaves Putin a naked emperor

The mutiny by caterer Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner mercenary army ended on Saturday before it really began. Prigozhin apparently has been persuaded to desist by Alexander Lukashenko, the dictator of Belarus, who agreed to let him move to his country, presumably with part of his fighting force. But his escapade’s consequences…

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Mariners turn on small-ball magic to rally for rousing victory over Nationals

SEATTLE — Ruled out, initially, Jarred Kelenic took off his helmet, then his batting gloves, and sat on his rear end on the infield dirt, leaning back on his hands, his right leg stretched out over second base.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Jordan Westburg records first MLB hit in debut as Orioles top Reds, 10-3, in rain-delayed game

BALTIMORE — Brandon Hyde said he doesn’t have words of wisdom for young players making their major league debuts.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Tigers pitchers Matt Boyd, Will Vest injured in 7-2 win over Rangers

ARLINGTON, Texas — It defies logical explanation.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Need-based financial aid: What it is and how to qualify

Need-based financial aid is money that’s awarded to you based on your family’s income and finances. If you need additional funds to pay for school and can demonstrate financial need, you may qualify for different types of need-based federal aid, like work-study and Direct Subsidized Loans. To check your eligibility,…

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Bankrate:Why is it harder to get a car loan in 2023?

When the time comes to purchase your next vehicle, you want to focus on finding your dream car, not fighting for affordable financing. But since the pandemic’s early days, the car market has shifted. Inflation made finding competitive rates challenging, and supply chain issues pushed average car prices above MSRP.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023

Missouri AG seeks to throw out Kansas City cop’s conviction in Black man’s killing

In a move described as “unprecedented,” Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is trying to overturn the convictions of Eric DeValkenaere, Kansas City’s first police officer to be found guilty in the killing of a Black man.

Tribune News Service · Jun 27, 2023