USC Appoints Beong-Soo Kim as Permanent President
The University of Southern California has appointed interim President Beong-Soo Kim as its 13th permanent leader after he guided the school through a major budget crisis.
USC Appoints Beong-Soo Kim as Permanent President
The University of Southern California has appointed interim President Beong-Soo Kim as its 13th permanent leader after he guided the school through a major budget crisis.
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Education
Plainfield Students Face Suspension for Protest Walkout
Plainfield Community Schools has warned students they will face truancy and potential suspension if they participate in a planned walkout protest against federal immigration policy.
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Tillamook Schools Closed After Social Media Threat
Tillamook School District 9 canceled all classes for Thursday, February 5, due to a social media threat. Law enforcement is investigating the incident.
Hannah Wallace
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Education
Douglas County Schools to Consolidate Amid Budget Cuts
Douglas County School District trustees voted to proceed with a plan to merge two elementary schools, a move aimed at addressing a $1 million budget shortfall.
Michael O'Brien
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Education
Minority Admissions Fall at Top US Universities After SCOTUS Ruling
A new analysis reveals that Black and Latino student admissions at the top 50 U.S. universities have dropped by 27% and 10% respectively after the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling.
Samuel Okoro
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Local News
JCPS, Area Schools Close Due to Winter Weather
Jefferson County Public Schools and other districts in the Louisville area have canceled in-person classes for Wednesday, Feb. 4, due to overnight snow.
Hannah Wallace
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Education
Texas Opens Applications for New Private School Voucher Program
Texas families can now apply for a new private school voucher program, offering up to $10,500 annually per child through education savings accounts.
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Education
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Plainfield Students Face Suspension for Protest Walkout
Plainfield Community Schools has warned students they will face truancy and potential suspension if they participate in a planned walkout protest against federal immigration policy.
Michael O'Brien•
Douglas County Schools to Consolidate Amid Budget Cuts
Douglas County School District trustees voted to proceed with a plan to merge two elementary schools, a move aimed at addressing a $1 million budget shortfall.
Samuel Okoro•
Minority Admissions Fall at Top US Universities After SCOTUS Ruling
A new analysis reveals that Black and Latino student admissions at the top 50 U.S. universities have dropped by 27% and 10% respectively after the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling.
Samuel Okoro•
Texas Opens Applications for New Private School Voucher Program
Texas families can now apply for a new private school voucher program, offering up to $10,500 annually per child through education savings accounts.
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Show MoreTillamook Schools Closed After Social Media Threat
Tillamook School District 9 canceled all classes for Thursday, February 5, due to a social media threat. Law enforcement is investigating the incident.
Hannah Wallace•
JCPS, Area Schools Close Due to Winter Weather
Jefferson County Public Schools and other districts in the Louisville area have canceled in-person classes for Wednesday, Feb. 4, due to overnight snow.
Hannah Wallace•
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.
Hannah Wallace•
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.
Alexandre Dubois•
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.
Politics
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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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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.
Samuel Okoro•
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.
Nathaniel Reed•
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.
Sports
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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.
David Chen•
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
David Chen•
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.
David Miller•
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.
Business
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China's Global Lending Reaches $2.2 Trillion, Report Shows
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.
David Chen•
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.
Nathan Pierce•
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.
Ethan Wright•
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.
Priya Singh•
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.