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Caroline Cournoyer

Senior Web Editor

Caroline Cournoyer -- Senior Web Editor. Caroline covered federal policy and politics for CongressNow, the former legislative wire service for Roll Call, has written for Education Week's Teacher Magazine, and learned the ins and outs of state and local government while working as an assistant editor at WTOP Radio.

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In the Arena
The Comeback Queen of State Politics
Toi Hutchinson lost her first election. Then she thought bigger.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Who Said That
I didn't want to end up in a situation where me and Ms. Campbell were alone for an extended period of time ... so out of precaution, I wanted to have her bring someone with her -- a male colleague. ... In my truck, we go by my rules.
Mississippi state Rep. Robert Foster, a Republican candidate for governor, defending his refusal to allow a female reporter on his campaign trip. Vice President Mike Pence similarly avoids being alone with women who are not his wife, even in the workplace. Both cite their Christian faith as a reason.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
News in Numbers
Almost 10%
Drop in the odds of teens using marijuana after the drug is legalized in a state for recreational purposes.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Archive
The Criminal Justice Reforms Coming to Missouri
After being a leader in prison population, Missouri is moving away from locking up non-violent offenders to serve long sentences.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Federal agents escort former Puerto Rico Health Insurance Administration head Ángela Ávila-Marrero
Archive
In Bankrupt Puerto Rico, Ex-Officials Arrested for Corruption
Two former Puerto Rico officials, along with the head of an accounting firm and three others, were indicted over allegations of theft, money laundering and wire fraud, escalating federal investigations that have been swirling around the bankrupt U.S. territory.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Archive
Teachers Union Sues U.S. Over Student Loans That Weren't Forgiven as Promised
Debbie Baker thought she qualified for a federal program that helps teachers such as her, as well as nurses, police officers, librarians and others.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Brian Boquist
Archive
Considered a Threat to Others, Oregon Senator Must Give 12 Hours' Notice Before Going to Capitol
Oregon Sen. Brian Boquist can only report to the Capitol if he provides 12 hours' notice, so that officials can arrange for additional state troopers to ensure the safety of employees and the public.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Archive
Why Transit Agencies Have Started Paying for Some Lyft and Uber Rides
Transit agencies are increasingly partnering with ride-hailing companies to expand transportation options for residents.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Mississippi's Robert Foster in front of a microphone and campaign sign.
Archive
'Out of Respect of My Wife,' Candidate for Mississippi Governor Denies Female Reporter Access to Campaign
A Mississippi state representative and Republican candidate for governor wouldn't let a female reporter accompany him on a trip unless she brought a man along, and he's blaming his wife.
July 11, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
Who Said That
If you’re in a crisis, my counselor can’t help you because she’s the one administering AP exams, something that shouldn’t be her job in the first place.
Jordan Harb, executive director of the Arizona chapter of March for Our Lives who unsuccessfully lobbied the state's lawmakers for bills that would have prioritized mental health funding in schools. The state has the highest student-to-counselor ratio in the country: 905 to 1.
July 10, 2019
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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