Education

8/3/2026 11:17:25 PM

Ronald E. McNair High School Ordered to End Race-Based Admissions

New Jersey High School Ordered to End Race-Based Admissions PolicyIn a decision that is sending ripples through the New Jersey education system, a federal mandate has compelled a prominent magnet scho...

8/1/2026 7:18:08 AM

New Washoe superintendent balances tech and learning in screen time strategy

Washoe Schools Superintendent Strikes New Balance on Student Screen TimeThe debate over how much time students should spend on digital devices has taken a new turn in Washoe County. The recently appoi...

8/1/2026 3:13:27 AM

Bulloch County launches back-to-school drive to equip students for classroom success

Bulloch County Community Rallies for Annual School Supply InitiativeAs summer break winds down, families in Bulloch County are preparing for the back-to-school rush. To support local students and educ...

7/31/2026 11:06:05 PM

Paterson school board race heats up with seven candidates vying for just three seats

Seven Candidates Vie for Three Seats on Paterson Board of EducationThe race for the Paterson Board of Education is heating up as seven distinct candidates have officially filed to compete for three av...

7/31/2026 3:14:56 PM

School Board delays stadium decision, keeping all options on the table

Local School Board Delays Decision on Stadium Upgrades, Keeping Options OpenIn a move that signals careful deliberation over expediency, the county school board has chosen to keep all possibilities on...

7/30/2026 5:17:37 AM

School trustees approve new Safe and Healthy Schools priorities as parents demand a technology use review

Student Screen Time Debate Heats Up in Local School DistrictParents and educators are engaged in a growing discussion regarding the integration of technology and total screen exposure for students in ...

7/30/2026 3:02:51 AM

Kenyan doctoral students gaining unexpected management skills during U.S. college culture exchange program

Kenyan Doctoral Candidates Discover Unexpected Leadership in South CarolinaFor a group of Kenyan academics deeply embedded in their doctoral pursuits, a jarring detour through a small South Carolina c...

7/29/2026 7:08:06 PM

Federal judge upholds termination, won't reinstate Muslim educator as Fort Worth ISD principal

Fort Worth ISD Muslim Principal’s Legal Battle Ends in SetbackA federal judge has denied a request to reinstate a former Fort Worth ISD educator who was removed from his position as principal, prolong...

8/1/2026 3:09:42 PM

Student loans wiped out for 450K borrowers after appeals court ruling

## 45,000 Borrowers See Federal Student Debt Erased Following Legal BattleIn a significant turn of events for higher education financing, the U.S. Department of Education has begun the process of elim...

8/1/2026 7:03:39 AM

Edcouch-Elsa ISD announces new superintendent after board selection

Edcouch-Elsa ISD Names New Superintendent After Public DeliberationAfter weeks of speculation and community input, the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District (EEISD) board of trustees has formally a...

8/1/2026 3:05:38 AM

Vassar College Reaches Settlement Terms in Gender Pay Lawsuit

Vassar College Reaches Agreement to Resolve Gender Pay DisputeVassar College has officially agreed to terms that will settle a longstanding gender pay discrimination lawsuit, bringing a quiet resoluti...

7/31/2026 9:04:29 PM

Former Yonkers Mayor and State Senate Leader Nicholas Leish Dies at 91 Lives of Public Service That Marked an Era Honored Across Region

Yonkers’ Journey: Reflecting on the City’s Transformative MomentsThroughout its storied past, Yonkers has continuously evolved, shaped by the grit of its residents and a relentless forward momentum. I...

7/30/2026 9:03:04 PM

Federal grant of nearly $2 million awarded to UTEP for advancing AI and cybersecurity initiatives

UTEP Secures Nearly $2 Million Grant to Advance AI and Cybersecurity ProjectsThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is set to expand its footprint in technology after receiving a substantial financ...

7/30/2026 3:10:47 AM

Pueblo educators rally to ignite support for Prop NN, defying classroom funding gaps

Educators Rally in Pueblo to Voice Support for Proposition NNA significant gathering of teachers, faculty, and education advocates convened in Pueblo this week, uniting behind the push for Proposition...

7/29/2026 11:06:16 PM

Two local teachers land governor appointments to state education commission

Governor Appoints Two Local Educators to State Education CommissionSelection Brings Classroom Experience to Policy DecisionsTwo teachers from the region have been appointed to a state-level education ...

7/29/2026 7:07:51 PM

Fact brief: Fort Worth ISD changes first day of school to Aug. 10

Fort Worth ISD Adjusts School Start Date: A Closer LookA recent factual review has examined the decision by the Fort Worth Independent School District regarding its academic calendar. At the heart of ...

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8/9/2026 1:21:54 AM

Nationwide recall of dog and horse meds due to glass fiber contamination in vials.

Health Alert: Veterinary Medications Pulled Due to Safety ConcernsA recent voluntary recall has been initiated for several veterinary pharmaceutical products, specifically medications intended for dog...

8/9/2026 1:21:12 AM

Election 2026: Must-Know Insights on the September Primaries

California’s 2026 Election: Key Races and Pressing Questions Take ShapeAs the Golden State looks toward the 2026 primary season, the political landscape is already shifting beneath the surface. While ...

8/9/2026 1:19:55 AM

Florida dad accused of harming kittens in front of young daughter to send a chilling message

Florida Man Allegedly Injured Kittens as Punishment for His Daughter, Deputies SayDeputies in Marion County, Florida, have arrested a father accused of a troubling act of animal cruelty that, they say...