The federal government plans to drop previously agreed civil rights deals that protected transgender students in schools. These deals required schools to make sure transgender kids got fair treatment in classes and activities. Now, schools face a tough choice: follow the old agreements or stick with
Area educators are getting a chance to refresh their teaching toolkit next spring. A new event in Eau Claire will bring together gym teachers, health instructors, and adaptive PE specialists for a day of workshops and talks. Instead of just listening to lectures, teachers will explore hands-on topic
The federal government has just replaced the old SAVE plan with two fresh repayment options under the RISE program, and anyone with a federal student loan has about three months to pick one. Instead of the SAVE plan’s promise of smaller payments and no extra interest, borrowers now face a simpler ch
A recent court decision flipped the script on how sports betting might be regulated in the future. A federal appeals court ruled that prediction markets—where people bet on sports outcomes—don’t fall under state gambling laws. Instead, they’re treated like financial contracts, overseen by a federal
Michelle Burns is stepping into a key role at Oswego Health Medical Practice, bringing fresh energy and plenty of experience to family healthcare in the region. With over two decades in nursing and advanced practice, she steps in not just as a new face but as someone who understands how healthcare s
A new project called OpenServ is mixing AI with blockchain in an interesting way. It claims its AI model, SERV Nano, can match or beat OpenAI in some tests while being faster and cheaper. But is this just hype or real progress? OpenServ isn’t trying to build a new blockchain. Instead, it’s focusing
In a typical college class, students often leave with polite thanks for the lecture that just ended. This semester’s classes are different; after discussions about digital misinformation and political lawsuits, students leave with comments like “That was depressing” or a sarcastic “Another uplifting
Private‑credit funds have been under pressure because many tech companies now rely on non‑bank lenders, and the market has shifted from about $500 billion a decade ago to roughly $3 trillion. These funds promise low volatility, yet they struggle when investors ask for more cash than the “semi‑liquid
Luka Doncic, the star guard from Slovenia, has decided to go abroad for treatment after a grade‑two hamstring strain. The move comes as the Los Angeles Lakers’ doctors and players prepare for the NBA playoffs, which start on April 18. A well‑known sports physician, Dr. Brian Sutterer, publicly cr
The Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings meet again, and the stakes are high. Punjab has a slight edge in the standings after beating Chennai and Gujarat, giving them a 53 % chance to win according to recent odds. Kolkata’s key player, Blessing Muzarabani, is looking to keep his good run ali
