Cold Snap Forces School Closure as Buses Fail to Start
Green Local Schools canceled classes after frigid temperatures prevented several buses from starting, a problem linked to ongoing construction of a new bus garage.
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Cold Snap Forces School Closure as Buses Fail to Start
Green Local Schools canceled classes after frigid temperatures prevented several buses from starting, a problem linked to ongoing construction of a new bus garage.
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Philadelphia Schools Dismiss Early Amid Heating Failures
Several Philadelphia schools were forced to close early due to failing heating systems, leaving classrooms at dangerously low temperatures and drawing criticism from the teachers' union.
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Trump Seeks $1 Billion from Harvard University
Donald Trump's administration is suing Harvard University for $1 billion in damages, escalating a dispute over federal funding, campus diversity, and antisemitism concerns.
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Maine Schools Close After Receiving Bomb Threats
Schools in the Topsham area and Blue Hill, Maine, canceled classes on Monday after receiving bomb threats that law enforcement later determined to be a hoax.
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Scotland Launches New Exams Body to Overhaul Education
Scotland has officially replaced its controversial exams body, the SQA, with a new organization named Qualifications Scotland, which promises a major overhaul.
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UGA Open Monday, Athens Tech Closed Amid Icy Conditions
The University of Georgia will hold classes Monday, but Athens Technical College has canceled them, citing dangers from refreezing snow and icy travel conditions.
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Philadelphia Schools Dismiss Early Amid Heating Failures
Several Philadelphia schools were forced to close early due to failing heating systems, leaving classrooms at dangerously low temperatures and drawing criticism from the teachers' union.
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Maine Schools Close After Receiving Bomb Threats
Schools in the Topsham area and Blue Hill, Maine, canceled classes on Monday after receiving bomb threats that law enforcement later determined to be a hoax.
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Scotland Launches New Exams Body to Overhaul Education
Scotland has officially replaced its controversial exams body, the SQA, with a new organization named Qualifications Scotland, which promises a major overhaul.
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UGA Open Monday, Athens Tech Closed Amid Icy Conditions
The University of Georgia will hold classes Monday, but Athens Technical College has canceled them, citing dangers from refreezing snow and icy travel conditions.
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Columbia Heights Schools Close Due to Credible Threat
Columbia Heights Public Schools closed all five of its schools on Monday due to a credible threat, affecting approximately 3,400 students and staff.
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Bradley Central High Mourns Loss of Student Andrew Carroll
The Bradley Central High School community is grieving the loss of student and football player Andrew Carroll. The school has arranged for counselors to be available on campus.
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Winter Storm Hits North Carolina Causing Widespread Disruption
A major winter storm in Western North Carolina has resulted in over 750 car crashes, widespread school and business closures, and an Extreme Cold Warning.
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Ypsilanti Residents Question UM Computing Facility Plans
Ypsilanti Township residents remain skeptical of the University of Michigan's plans for a new computing facility, citing unanswered questions after a recent open house.
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Aromatherapy Oil Scare Shuts Down Georgia Elementary School
A Georgia elementary school was evacuated and 14 people hospitalized after a foul odor, initially feared to be a gas leak, was traced to spoiled aromatherapy oil.
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Donald Trump's administration is suing Harvard University for $1 billion in damages, escalating a dispute over federal funding, campus diversity, and antisemitism concerns.
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North Dakota Senate Rejects Universal Free School Meals Bill
The North Dakota Senate narrowly rejected a $65 million bill to provide universal free school meals, voting 24-22 against the measure during a special session.
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North Dakota Advances Universal Free School Meal Bill
North Dakota lawmakers have advanced a $65 million bill to provide universal free breakfast and lunch for all students, marking a significant policy shift.
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Mississippi Bill Reignites Debate on Public Funds for Private Schools
A new bill in Mississippi proposes using public funds for private school tuition, sparking a legal debate over its constitutionality and reviving historical conflicts.
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UVA Board Leadership Resigns Ahead of New Governor's Term
Five members of the University of Virginia's Board of Visitors, including its top two leaders, have resigned at the request of incoming Governor Abigail Spanberger.
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Michigan High School Athletes Can Now Sign NIL Deals
The Michigan High School Athletic Association has approved new rules allowing student-athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness, effective immediately.
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AHSAA Approves Historic Public-Private School Playoff Split
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has voted 13-2 to separate public and private schools for championship playoffs, a historic first in its 104-year history.
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Nebraska High School Basketball Polls Announced
The latest Nebraska High School Basketball Coaches Polls for boys' and girls' teams have been released, reflecting performances through mid-January 2026. These weekly rankings, compiled by select coac
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AHSAA Splits Public and Private Schools for Playoffs
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has voted to separate public and private schools for playoffs, sparking widespread concern over fairness and logistics.
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Wyoming Girls Basketball Enters Critical Conference Play in Week 6
Wyoming high school girls' basketball shifts from tournaments to crucial conference games in Week 6, with several ranked teams facing off in pivotal matchups.
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A new report from William & Mary's AidData lab reveals China's global lending and grants total a staggering $2.2 trillion, far exceeding previous estimates.
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University of Utah Approves Private Equity Sports Partnership
The University of Utah's board of trustees has approved a pioneering partnership with private equity firm Otro Capital, potentially valued at over $500 million.
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David Lloyd Unveils £15 Million Luxury Club in Berkshire
David Lloyd Clubs has opened a new £15 million luxury health and wellness facility in Shawford Park, Berkshire, creating over 80 jobs for the local community.
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Woman Earns Six Figures After Dropping Out of College
A 33-year-old single mother who dropped out of college now earns a six-figure salary after overcoming years of financial hardship and professional rejection.
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St. Pete Preschool Closes Abruptly Under New Ownership
A St. Petersburg preschool closed its doors without warning Tuesday, leaving families without childcare and staff jobless just days before Thanksgiving.