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By The Associated Press

Thirteen protesters arrested during first day of DNC

CHICAGO | Police say they arrested 13 people Monday and have added additional security fences at a Chicago park where protesters clashed with police during the first day of the Democratic National Convention.

More protests are planned for Tuesday, including one outside the Israeli Consulate in downtown Chicago. The park, located a block from the convention arena, served as a destination point for a march of thousands on Monday calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Several dozen activists broke away from the main group, breached the fencing, and were pushed back by police.

University of Kentucky to disband diversity office

The University of Kentucky’s president says the school will disband its office promoting diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Office President Eli Capilouto said Tuesday it’s in response to questions from policymakers. The action comes after state lawmakers debated whether to limit diversity, equity and inclusion practices at public universities.

Republican supermajorities in Kentucky were unable to resolve differences on the issue before ending this year’s session. But, the matter is expected to resurface when lawmakers reconvene next year.

GOP lawmakers at the forefront of DEI debates welcomed the action taken by UK and urged other public universities to take similar steps.

—From AP reports