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Sociologist Tressie McMillan Cottom speaking about how community involvement can reduce political exhaustion in PBS NewsHour Classroom lesson.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 26, 2026

The Surprising Way to Fight Political Exhaustion

What to Know

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Mourners gather at a makeshift memorial in Minneapolis with flowers, candles, posters, signs and photos laid on snowy ground following the fatal shooting of a man by federal immigration officers. Some signs call for justice and reference the name Alex Pretti, the ICU nurse who was killed, as people protest and grieve his death.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 26, 2026

Man Killed by Federal Officers in Minnesota Was an ICU Nurse

A Minnesota ICU nurse was fatally shot by federal agents, sparking public outcry and calls for accountability. This classroom-ready lesson helps students examine the event, civil rights concerns, and media coverage.

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Illustrated image of Kelly Booz and Sari Beth Rosenberg seated at a news desk in a studio setting, with the title “The AI Educator Brain: News Update” displayed behind them.
Kelly Booz January 22, 2026

AI Educator News Update: Filters, Pickles and Back-Seat Drivers

Real news. Slightly exaggerated. Always human-approved.

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Protesters in winter clothing holding signs and megaphones at an anti-immigration-raid demonstration in Minneapolis as federal immigration enforcement and community unrest continue into a third week.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 21, 2026

Minnesota Protests Enter 3rd Week as Immigration Raids Continue

Protests across Minnesota continue into a third week as federal immigration raids spark community response, debate, and questions about enforcement, civil liberties, and local impact.

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Split-screen image from a PBS NewsHour Classroom video. On the left, a news anchor speaks in front of a floral background. On the right, examples of AI-generated fake footage appear: a staged arrest with “AI FOOTAGE” label, crying woman in a protest, and a man in a police uniform—all overlaid with the word “FAKE” and a “Jan 3 2026” timestamp. PBS News logo in the corner.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 20, 2026

What to Know About AI-Generated Content Spiking Amid News Events

AI-generated images and videos are flooding social media during major news events. Help students analyze what’s real—and what’s not.

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Split-screen image from a PBS NewsHour Classroom video. On the left, a news anchor speaks from a newsroom setting. On the right, former President Donald Trump holds a phone to his ear, seated in front of a fireplace. The PBS News logo appears in the top right corner, with a “FILE” label indicating archival footage.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 19, 2026

What to Know About the Insurrection Act

What is the Insurrection Act, and when can it be used? This lesson helps students explore presidential powers, protests, and constitutional limits.

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https://www.nasa.gov/topics/earth/imagesThis detailed world map features the borders of each country, creatively overlaid with their respective national flags. A comprehensive and visually striking representation of the global nations in a single frame, ideal for educational resources, geographic illustrations, and presentations.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 16, 2026

Greenland Pushes Back Against U.S. Takeover

What to Know President Trump and members of his administration have said in interviews that the U.S. will take control of Greenland "one way or another."

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Temple Grandin, a world-renowned animal scientist and autism advocate, looks toward the camera in a close-up portrait against a softly lit background.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 15, 2026

A Conversation With Temple Grandin, World-Renowned Animal Scientist and Autism Advocate

Temple Grandin shares insights on animal science, autism advocacy, and how different ways of thinking can strengthen learning and innovation.

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A large gray wolf walking through a snowy Yellowstone landscape with dried grasses in the background, illustrating the subject of scientists using AI to study wolf howls in Yellowstone National Park while raising privacy concerns about AI listening technology for park visitors.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 14, 2026

Scientists Work to Decode Wolf Howls in Yellowstone Using AI Amid Privacy Concerns for Park Goers

Can AI help scientists understand wolf communication in Yellowstone? New tech brings insights—and raises fresh questions about privacy in national parks.

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Crowds of job seekers interact with recruiters at a busy job fair, speaking at tables lined with informational materials. Many attendees hold resumes or application forms, while others ask questions or gather resources.
PBS News Hour Classroom January 13, 2026

How Economic Challenges Are Weakening the Job Market — Especially for the Young

Rising costs and slowing growth are hitting young job seekers hardest. Explore how today’s economic climate is reshaping early career paths.

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