current events sites and more

news sites

Writing Resources Resources for Articles of the Week.
​The following list is a compilation of some great resources to find information on current events: 


PBS Newshour

• Published by the Public Broadcasting System (PBS), this site brings you text, video, and other multimedia updates of current events from politics to science to world news to health and a whole host of other topics. 

Newseum

• Virtual museum of news. There's an actual museum in Washington, D.C. as well.
• You must click on the tab that says "News"

Time for Kids

• The renowned magazine brings you news updates nationally and globally in a manner suitable and interesting for its younger readers.

The Washington Post-Kid's Post

• This site also brings youth-friendly news from another popular news publication, The Washington Post.

CNN Student News

• The news giant brings updates on current news tailored for middle school and high school students.

Youngzine

• An interactive site which tries to provide news on interesting and important current events.
• Has a community approach, where children, parents and teachers can contribute.
• Includes features like trivia, videos, and other engaging visuals

 
The Library of Congress-Places in the News

• Published by the nation's Library of Congress, this resource provides an archive of news updates from each month.