Wayne State University Appoints Richard Bierschbach President
Wayne State University's Board of Governors has unanimously appointed Richard Bierschbach, the former law school dean, as the institution's 14th president.
Wayne State University Appoints Richard Bierschbach President
Wayne State University's Board of Governors has unanimously appointed Richard Bierschbach, the former law school dean, as the institution's 14th president.
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Portland Public Schools is implementing an immediate spending freeze and cancelling a school day to address an unexpected budget gap this school year.
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Education
Judson ISD Closes Three Elementary Schools
Judson Independent School District board voted to close three elementary schools, causing emotional reactions from families. The decision, likely driven by enrollment or budget issues, means hundreds
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Education
Philadelphia Schools to Reopen After Major Blizzard
Philadelphia public schools will resume in-person classes on Wednesday after a blizzard dropped 14 inches of snow, prompting a two-day switch to virtual learning.
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Law
Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Antisemitism Allegations
The U.S. Department of Justice has sued the University of California, alleging UCLA failed to protect Jewish and Israeli staff from a hostile environment.
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Education
Twin Rivers Teachers Poised for Historic Strike
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Education
DeKalb School Closure Plan Stirs Equity and Logic Concerns
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Portland Schools Announce Immediate Budget Cuts
Portland Public Schools is implementing an immediate spending freeze and cancelling a school day to address an unexpected budget gap this school year.
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Judson ISD Closes Three Elementary Schools
Judson Independent School District board voted to close three elementary schools, causing emotional reactions from families. The decision, likely driven by enrollment or budget issues, means hundreds
Hannah Wallace•
Philadelphia Schools to Reopen After Major Blizzard
Philadelphia public schools will resume in-person classes on Wednesday after a blizzard dropped 14 inches of snow, prompting a two-day switch to virtual learning.
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Twin Rivers Teachers Poised for Historic Strike
The union representing 1,500 Twin Rivers Unified educators is set to announce its first-ever strike date after 90% of members voted to authorize a walkout.
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Bucks County Schools Announce Closures as Nor'easter Hits
A major nor'easter has forced school districts across Bucks County to close buildings on Monday, February 23, with institutions adopting varied plans from snow days to remote learning.
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Winter Storm Shuts Down Northern Nevada Schools and Offices
A major winter storm has forced widespread closures of schools, state offices, and community programs across Northern Nevada due to hazardous snow and ice conditions.
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Carson City Schools Close Due to Winter Storm
Carson City School District closes all schools Tuesday, February 17, 2026, due to a Winter Storm Warning and heavy snow. All student activities and services are canceled.
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WCU Arts Scene and Local Recreation Offer Diverse Programs
Western Carolina University's Fine Art Museum marks its 20th anniversary, while the Bardo Arts Center prepares to host Drum Tao and Jackson County launches a new birding class.
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Grand Forks Schools Face Backlash After $4.4M Budget Cuts
The Grand Forks School Board has approved $4.4 million in budget cuts, sparking community backlash over a process many felt lacked sufficient public input.
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Iowa State SG Impeachment Dismissed Over Rights Violations
Iowa State University's Student Government Judicial Branch has dismissed impeachment proceedings against President Colby Brandt, citing violations of his constitutional rights.
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Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson Dies at 84
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Pentagon Ends All Military Programs with Harvard University
The Pentagon has severed all ties with Harvard University, ending military training and fellowship programs effective from the 2026-27 academic year.
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UVU Protest Highlights Political Divide After Kirk Assassination
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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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New Mexico Coach's 41-Year Career Leads to National Honor
After 41 years at Eldorado High School, veteran basketball coach Roy Sanchez has been selected to coach in the prestigious McDonald’s All-American Games.
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Duke Coach Says Staff Punched in UNC Court Storm
Duke's head coach Jon Scheyer alleges his staff were assaulted by fans during a court storming after a loss to UNC, prompting an apology and a $50,000 fine.
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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
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Nebraska High School Basketball Polls Announced
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Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Antisemitism Allegations
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Judge Pauses Parts of SB 12 for Three Major Texas School Districts
A federal judge has temporarily blocked Houston, Katy, and Plano ISDs from enforcing four key parts of Senate Bill 12 related to DEI and gender identity.
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UC Berkeley Cuts Ties With Diversity Program After Federal Probe
UC Berkeley and 30 other universities have severed ties with a diversity nonprofit, The PhD Project, following a U.S. Department of Education investigation.
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UMass Amherst Ordered to Reinstate Suspended Student Protester
A Massachusetts judge has ordered UMass Amherst to lift a student's one-year suspension for protesting, ruling the university likely violated his First Amendment rights.
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Texas AG Investigates School Walkouts
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Dallas, Manor, and North East ISDs over student walkouts protesting immigration policy, alleging districts did not prevent them.