Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government
After a long time of not agreeing, the Anchorage Education Association and the Anchorage School District have finally found some common ground. They've come to a tentative deal on a new three-year contract. This is big news for the around 2, 800 educators the union represents. The deal isn't all se
Topeka's politicians have been busy with their campaign funds in 2025. With elections coming up in 2026, it's important to see how much money they have. All 12 lawmakers from Topeka and Shawnee County have filed their campaign finance reports. These reports show how much they raised and spent in the
The National Education Association (NEA), the biggest teachers' union in the U. S. , collects a lot of money from teachers' paychecks. This money is supposed to help teachers and students. But, where does it really go? A big chunk of it goes to politics. The NEA spends nearly $1 billion every elect
The government has decided to look at thousands of research grants again. These grants were put on hold because they included diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is good news, but it's not time to celebrate yet. The grants in question come from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Nat
A significant shift is happening in North Texas' education landscape. Over 250 private schools in the area have enrolled in a new state program. This program allows them to receive public funds. The program is similar to school vouchers. It was approved by Governor Greg Abbott last year. Starting in
Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo
A new high school focused on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is in the works, with a hefty price tag of $35 million. This isn't just any school; it's a place where students will dive deep into subjects that shape our future. The idea is to create a space where young minds can expl
January 17, 2026, marks the birthday of many famous faces. From comedy to music, acting to sports, these individuals have left their mark in various fields. Steve Harvey, the well-known comedian, will be celebrating his 69th birthday. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013, a reco
Alaska is getting a lot of attention right now. The state is set to receive a huge chunk of federal money for rural health. We're talking about $272 million just for the first year. That's a lot of cash, and it's attracting companies from all over the country. These companies are showing up in Anch
