Education

7/16/2026 7:15:05 AM

New Pittsburgh border shift may erase Duquesne and McKeesport schools

Potential Shake-Up in Duquesne Education: Exploring a District MergerAllegheny County officials are making headway toward a major administrative shift in local education under Act 33, with plans for t...

7/15/2026 3:14:26 PM

Gov. Kotek vows Oregon's next budget to turbocharge summer learning programs

Oregon Governor Vows to Make Summer Learning a Top Budget PriorityOregon's top executive has signaled a significant shift in state spending, declaring that forthcoming budget plans will heavily favor ...

7/15/2026 3:15:22 AM

Tactile Art Exhibit Lets Blind and Sighted Visitors Feel Picasso at Worcester Library

Worcester Expands Access to Art for the Visually ImpairedA central Massachusetts library system is rethinking how art is experienced, launching a new initiative designed specifically for community mem...

7/14/2026 7:11:46 PM

University of Rochester secures $15M to expedite next gen laser innovations

University Research Center Receives Major Funding Boost for Laser ExpansionA significant investment in optical science research will see a regional university expand its capabilities in laser technolo...

7/14/2026 5:19:52 AM

GOV. ABBOTT CEREMONIALLY SIGNED TEXAS SCHOOL VOUCHERS INTO LAW AT 20 MINUTES MIDNIGHT MARCH 17

Texas Reforms Education: School Vouchers, Bibles in Classrooms, and Major Budget ReductionsIn a significant reshaping of its education system, Texas officials have replaced a promise to improve learni...

7/13/2026 11:16:49 PM

MDE launches digital wallet for teacher supply fund payouts

Mississippi Streamlines Teacher Spending with New Digital Finance ToolThe Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has officially launched a digital wallet payment system designed to grant educators ...

7/13/2026 5:19:06 PM

California school districts sue social media platforms over youth addiction crisis

California School Districts Push for Financial and Structural Changes to Social Media Platforms Through Legal Action Across California, a growing number of school districts are taking legal steps to ...

7/11/2026 7:18:08 PM

Philly teachers fought over 'elite student clusters' in a chaotic school staff placement draft, battling for the best classroom picks.

Philadelphia Educators Sound the Alarm Over Disorganized School Placement SystemTeachers in Philadelphia are raising serious concerns about what they describe as a dysfunctional assignment process wit...

7/16/2026 7:01:20 AM

He’s locked sharp record setting generate billion outputs in earlier ones targeting

Record-Breaking University Grant Poised to Create 10,000 Jobs and Generate $40 BillionA landmark financial award to a Kansas City research institution is expected to trigger an unprecedented economic ...

7/15/2026 7:02:51 AM

Houston ISD rolling out fresh special education program this fall amid ongoing federal probe

Houston ISD's Restructured Special Education Model Under Federal ScrutinyA newly implemented special education framework within the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has become the subject of...

7/14/2026 7:17:40 PM

Mount Mercy University creates campus board to safeguard identity after St. Ambrose merger

Mount Mercy Establishes Campus Board to Safeguard Identity Following St. Ambrose IntegrationMount Mercy University is taking proactive steps to preserve its institutional identity and direction follow...

7/14/2026 7:05:22 PM

Back-to-school giveaway returns, bigger than ever, with Trinity Hubbard at Hoodbachi Taco

Shreveport Geared Up For a Massive Back-to-School and Community GiveawayAs the summer begins to wind down, families across northwest Louisiana are already looking ahead to the school year. For the cit...

7/14/2026 1:07:21 AM

Democratic challenger Hinojosa says Greg Abbott drove Texas off Top States for Business list

The Blame Game: Democratic Candidate Hits Abbott Over Texas Business Ranking SlideA Democratic contender in Texas is sharply criticizing Governor Greg Abbott, pointing the finger directly at the state...

7/13/2026 7:20:09 PM

Local students excel on challenging Advanced Placement exams, earning prestigious recognition

Local Students Recognized for High Performance on Advanced Placement ExamsDozens of local students are receiving recognition for their outstanding performance on last year's Advanced Placement (AP) ex...

7/11/2026 11:13:13 PM

Take a Walk Along the New York State Literacy Trail

New York Launches ‘Literacy Trail,’ Turning Strolls into StorytimeA fresh, educational initiative is rolling out across New York State, offering residents a novel reason to go for a walk. Far from jus...

7/11/2026 5:09:48 AM

CNU brings back sailing program after suspension

Christopher Newport University Restores Sailing Program After State Funding UpdateFollowing a previous decision influenced by budget constraints, Christopher Newport University (CNU) has announced the...

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7/16/2026 7:20:13 AM

Signal Mountain Council Votes 3-2 to Kill $1.9 Million State Pedestrian Grant

Signal Mountain Council Splits 3-2 On Controversial Development ProposalA deeply divided Signal Mountain town council narrowly approved a contested development plan Monday evening, passing with a 3-2 ...

7/16/2026 7:19:35 AM

New sports authority zeroes in on constructing Camp Jordan’s major indoor venue at East Ridge.

New Sports Authority Aims to Regain Market Share with Specialized FocusA revived retail chain is making a calculated comeback in the athletic apparel and equipment sector, pivoting from its former big...

7/16/2026 7:19:05 AM

Rock City launches community listening sessions to address gondola project concerns

Rock City Unveils New ‘Listening Series’ For Summer ConcertsLookout Mountain’s iconic attraction is pivoting to a new format this summer, replacing its longstanding live performance schedule with a ca...