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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Maine and Trump Clash Over Transgender Athletes

The tension between Maine and President Trump escalated when he threatened to cut federal funding to Maine. This was due to Maine's policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports. The heated exchange happened during a gathering of governors at the White House. Trump's threat was me

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Senate's Late-Night Budget Vote: What's the Deal?

The Senate was in for a long night. The Republican majority started a series of votes on a $340 billion budget plan. This plan was designed to boost funding for immigration enforcement, energy production, and the military. The process, known as "vote-a-rama, " was expected to last until the early ho

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Texas Schools: Big Changes on the Horizon

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools.

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Can Elon Musk's Spending Cuts Really Put Money in Your Pocket?

Elon Musk's ambitious plan to slash government spending has caught the attention of President Trump, who enthusiastically backed the idea of returning some of those savings to taxpayers. The proposal suggests that if Musk's target of $2 trillion in cuts is met by next year, about one-fifth of those

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Feb 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Asteroid Mining: The Next Big Thing in Space Exploration

In the vast expanse of space, a new frontier is emerging. A startup named Karman+ is aiming to build autonomous spacecraft that can travel to asteroids, mine them, and extract valuable resources. The goal is to use the extracted water to refuel space tugs and extend the life of aging satellites. Th

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Wisconsin's Education Showdown: Two Candidates Face Off

Wisconsin's upcoming April election is shaping up to be a big deal for the state's education system. Two candidates have emerged from the primary election, each with their own vision for the future of education in Wisconsin. Jill Underly, the current leader of the Department of Public Instruction,

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Is Planned Parenthood Worth Our Tax Dollars?

Planned Parenthood, a name that often sparks debate, has been receiving a significant chunk of taxpayer money, around $700 million annually. This funding has been a hot topic, especially with figures like Elon Musk calling for an end to it. The organization's financial reports paint a clear picture

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Building the Future: UW-La Crosse's Science Center Expansion

UW-La Crosse's new chancellor, James Beeby, recently held his first community forum. A big topic was the need for more money to finish the Prairie Springs Science Center. The project is huge, costing $92. 8 million. The first part is done, but the second phase involves tearing down Cowley Hall, whic

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Money Mix-Up: Santa Clara County's Head Start Funds

The Santa Clara County Office of Education has been accused of misusing federal funds. The report, released on Friday, revealed that over $135, 000 was used incorrectly. The funds were meant for the Head Start program. This program helps low-income children under five get important resources. The mo

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Snapshots for Sight: How Simple Photos Can Help in Emergency Eye Care

Emergency rooms can be hectic places, and sometimes, checking a patient's eyes can be tricky. Doctors who aren't eye specialists might find it hard to use traditional methods to look inside the eye. But here's where things get interesting: a new study in Canada shows that using a special type of cam

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