Tracking the Erosion of Civil Rights Enforcement through the Trump Administration Chaos
The Trump Administration is eroding civil rights enforcement and some are tracking the executive actions that impact education.
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Fighting Loneliness in Cities: Opening Our Minds on Open Space
Urban planners can foster community and development by rethinking public plazas.
How Heat Drives Up Housing Costs
Rising temperatures are pushing millions of people further into debt and danger.
Signing Days Are for Youth Apprentices, Too
Signing days celebrate youth apprentices committing to career pathways with strong community and employer support.
Public Schools, Private Eyes: How EdTech Monitoring Is Reshaping Public Schools
AI‑powered edtech surveillance in K-12 public schools raises questions about student privacy, transparency, and safety.
Americans Want to See Increased State Investment to Improve College Affordability
This blog post uses Varying Degrees 2025 data to underscore that Americans want to see increased state support for higher education.
A Rising Threat: Tips for Staying Safe From Online Fraud
Last year, Chicago residents told CivicSpace about their concerns around online fraud. We compiled expert advice on ways to stay safe.
OTI Files Comments Recommending Improvements to the Internet Use Survey
Proposed Rule Scraps Anti-Discrimination Protections in Apprenticeship
The Department of Labors’ proposed rule will shrink apprentice equal opportunity protections and employer accountability.
The Third Way: Why Rising Powers Reject U.S.–China Digital Models
Emerging powers are not prizes in a US–China contest, says Arindrajit Basu, but sovereign actors in global cyber governance.