The government shutdown continues, with President Trump showing little interest in negotiations. He's been spending time in Florida, making it one of his many trips since the shutdown began. Meanwhile, Democrats are being blamed for the ongoing situation. The House, controlled by Republicans, has pa
Many people think the problem with schools is just about kids not reading enough. But it's way bigger than that. The real issue is that screens are changing how kids think. It's not just phones; it's all the tech in their lives. From tablets at home to Chromebooks in class, screens are everywhere.
A big disagreement is happening between nine school districts and the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) over who gets what share of the money for career technical education (CTE) programs. The school districts say EVIT is not playing fair by cutting funds for CTE classes held on their campu
The Syracuse City School District is making some big moves with taxpayer money. They want to pay $250, 000 to two retired executives for consulting services. That's a lot of cash, and the school board isn't being very open about why they think this is a good idea. The board has seven members, all e
Anchorage is in the middle of a heated discussion about closing two elementary schools. Parents and teachers are worried about how this will affect kids, especially those with special needs. They say moving students around too much can be disruptive and harmful. The school board is listening to the
A recent investigation has uncovered a significant flow of money from European billionaires into U. S. nonprofits. This money is being used to influence American politics and policies. The investigation found that five foreign "charities" have given nearly $2 billion to left-leaning nonprofits in th
Universities in the U. S. are in a tough spot. The government is offering money, but only if they follow certain rules. This money is important. It pays for a big part of university research and student help. But many universities are saying no to the deal. They might be realizing that the governmen
Vanguard is making a significant move by introducing three new actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These ETFs will be overseen by experienced managers who already handle some of Vanguard's most well-known mutual funds, like Vanguard Dividend Growth. This marks Vanguard's first attempt at
As the year winds down, many people are taking stock of their financial progress and setting new goals for the coming year. A recent study revealed that building an emergency fund and saving for short-term goals are top priorities for Americans in 2026. This focus on financial preparedness is driven
Salish Kootenai College has secured a significant grant to enhance its STEM programs. This funding is a big deal because it supports education in science, technology, engineering, and math for Native American students. The college is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana. This is a p
