Matthew Impelli
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Matthew Impelli is a Newsweek staff writer based in New York. His focus is reporting social issues and crime. In January 2023, Matthew traveled to Moscow, Idaho where he reported on the quadruple murders and arrest of Bryan Kohberger. Matthew joined Newsweek in 2019 after graduating from Syracuse University. He also received his master's degree from St. John's University in 2021. You can get in touch with Matthew by emailing m.impelli@newsweek.com. Languages: English.
Outrage as Arizona police accused of removing student protester's hijab
A spokesperson for Arizona State University told Newsweek, "This matter is under review."
Supreme Court secures win for Greg Abbott
Last June, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill that requires pornographic websites "use reasonable age verification methods."
Gen Z support for Hamas grows
Colleges across the country are trying to deal with pro-Palestinian protests calling for schools to cut financial ties with Israel.
Judge gives Donald Trump an update on Barron's graduation
New York Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan said it will "not be a problem" for Donald Trump to attend the graduation of his son, Barron.
Trump lawyer could spend rest of her life in prison
Christina Bobb, along with 18 others, was recently charged in a scheme to falsely declare that Trump had beat Joe Biden in Arizona in the 2020 election.
Map shows states where boycotting Israel is illegal
In recent weeks, pro-Palestinian protests have been staged at colleges like Columbia University and Northwestern University.
Business owners refuse to hire Columbia grads after pro-Palestinian protest
Tensions on U.S. college campuses have remained high since October 7, when Hamas launched an attack on Israel.
Oklahoma governor draws red line for pro-Palestinian campus protesters
"Those students need to be punished for the antisemitic activities that are going on," Governor Kevin Stitt said.
Pro-Palestinian protesters ask for home-cooked meals
Pro-Palestinian protests have taken place at a number of colleges across the country including Northwestern University and Columbia University.
Texas drops charges against pro-Palestinian protesters, attorney slams cops
Earlier this week, officials with the Texas Department of Public Safety" and UT Austin police made several arrests during a pro-Palestinian protest on campus.
Professor gives pro-Palestinian protesters chance to make up classes
Tensions across university campuses have remained high since the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas in Israel.
Hezbollah flag at US college protest sparks fury
Sight of terrorist-linked banner provokes angry comments online, as tensions rise around pro-Palestinian demonstrations
Full list of colleges where students voted to cut ties with Israel
Pro-Palestinian protests have broken out at colleges, like Columbia University, with some students calling for the schools to divest from Israel.
Donald Trump trial suddenly erupts in shouting
On Thursday, Trump appeared in a Manhattan court room for the continuation of his ongoing criminal trial brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
Donald Trump suffers major blow in E. Jean Carroll saga
Judge Lewis Kaplan wrote that the former president's argument "simply ignores reality and basic logic."
Alvin Bragg reveals plan for Harvey Weinstein after conviction overturned
The Manhattan district attorney
Donald Trump gets something to celebrate before going to court
Trump says he'd like to "make a play for New Yorkers" after meeting with supportive construction workers and union members.
Why Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction was overturned
Weinstein was convicted in 2020 of criminal sex act in New York.
Woman's reason for joining pro-Palestinian protest goes viral
College campuses across the U.S. have seen an increase in pro-Palestinian protests in recent weeks.
Democrat Donald Payne Jr. dies after hospitalization for 'cardiac episode'
Democratic Rep. Donald Payne Jr., 65, represented New Jersey's 10th Congressional District for six terms, serving since 2012.
College extends transfer deadline to give refuge to Jewish students
The university president said, "We are proud of the supports we have in place to allow Jewish students to thrive."
Kathy Hochul gives National Guard update amid pressure on Columbia protests
Columbia University previously announced plans for hybrid learning for the remainder of the 2024 spring semester.
Republican blames China for pro-Palestinian college protests
Pro-Palestinian protests have taken over parts of the Columbia University campus in a "Gaza Solidarity Encampment."
Congress accused of using TikTok ban to silence Israel criticism
Over the weekend, the House of Representatives passed legislation that seeks to bar TikTok from operating in the U.S. if it does not divest from its Chinese parent-company, ByteDance.
Teen's hilarious reaction to car crashing into Dunkin' goes viral
Officials with the Cranston Fire responded to the scene at a Dunkin' located near Reservoir Avenue at around 6:30 a.m. local time, WJAR reported.
Donald Trump lawyer lands in hot water with Judge Merchan
There were heated moments at Tuesday morning's gag order hearing between Judge Juan Merchan and Trump lawyer Todd Blanche.
Bryan Kohberger's lawyer is betting on "strategic" move
Kohberger, 29, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary.
Democrat would be "very concerned" sending his kids to Columbia
Over the past few days, pro-Palestinian protests have occurred across the Columbia University campus in New York City.
Did Ilhan Omar daughter say she's "homeless"? Remark angers conservatives
"I don't know when I can go home, and I don't know if I ever will be able to," Omar's daughter said.
Supreme Court deals blow to effort to kick Donald Trump off ballot
Republican candidate for President John Castro fails to obtain review of decision to allow Trump on ballot
