Rochelle Township High School has some good news to share. They got a "commendable" rating under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the past year. This rating is one step below the highest rating, "exemplary. " The school's score was 86. 73, which is better than the previous two years. In 202
Al Gore, a prominent environmental advocate, has been vocal about the harmful effects of fossil fuel companies on both the environment and democracy. He argues that these companies are not just polluting the air and water, but also influencing politics to delay climate action. Gore believes that so
Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and extreme weather. It's also about the invisible effects on our mental well-being. Clinical psychologists, the experts who help people navigate mental health issues, are starting to recognize this connection. They see how climate change can wors
The OBBBA has introduced some big changes to the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) rules, which could be a game changer for startup founders. The cap on how much stock can be excluded from capital gains tax has been raised to $15 million, and it will go up with inflation after July 4, 2025. This
The New York Jets are making a switch at quarterback for their upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens. Veteran Tyrod Taylor will take the field instead of Justin Fields, who has been struggling lately. This isn't Taylor's first time starting this season or facing the Ravens. He played for Baltim
Chef Eric Greenspan, who was the creative force behind the Tesla Diner in Hollywood, has decided to step away from the project. This move comes just a few months after the diner's grand opening and as Tesla plans to transform the space into a full-service restaurant. Greenspan shared the news himse
The U. S. government is preparing to reveal plans to support farmers facing financial struggles. These challenges stem from a mix of low crop prices and trade issues, particularly with China. Farmers have seen a significant drop in soybean sales, as China turned to other countries during trade negot
The Trump administration has recently suggested changes to the rules that protect endangered species. These changes aim to loosen the regulations that were strengthened under the Biden administration. The goal is to make things easier for businesses, as Trump has often criticized what he sees as exc
In 2021, Canada faced a heatwave so intense it broke global records. Scientists used a weather forecast model to figure out how much of this disaster was due to climate change. They looked at three different scenarios: the heatwave as it happened, what it would have been like before industrializatio
Sharks are fascinating creatures. They have been around for millions of years. But we still know very little about them. A group of scientists has been studying sharks for over 50 years. They work out of a research center in Virginia. Their goal is to learn more about these mysterious predators. Th
