In Wisconsin, a mom and activist named Scarlett Johnson recently won a big legal victory. She was sued for defamation after she spoke out against her school district's focus on social justice. Johnson, who leads the local chapter of Moms for Liberty, made some strong comments on social media. She qu
In the small town of Loomis, California, people are worried about their future. This place, with its 7, 000 residents and single-family homes, is known for its suburban concerns like traffic and high gas prices. Right now, it's represented by a Republican in Congress. But a big vote is happening tha
Schools in Pennsylvania are facing a big challenge: rising electricity costs. This is a problem because schools already spend a lot on energy, second only to teacher salaries. But there's a bright idea that can help: solar power. Solar panels can be a game-changer for schools. They can save money,
The Fort Worth Independent School District is in hot water. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is stepping in to take control because one of its schools, Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade, has been failing for years. This isn't a sudden move, though. The district has been struggling to meet
Indiana is in the middle of a political showdown. Governor Mike Braun, a Republican, has called for a special meeting of state lawmakers. This is to redraw the boundaries of the state's congressional districts. The push comes after pressure from former President Donald Trump. He wants Republican-con
Louisiana is at a crossroads with its congressional districts. The state legislature is reconsidering the maps they approved just a few months ago. This move raises questions about fairness and representation. Across the country, states are tweaking their congressional maps. Texas, California, and
In a move that surprised many, the Lockport Township High School District 205 Board made a decision that will keep their current superintendent, Robert McBride, in his role for another year. This decision was made during a recent board meeting, where all members agreed to extend McBride's contract u
A 26-year-old elementary school teacher from North Carolina is now facing serious trouble. Jordan Kacie Hawk was recently arrested in Florida. She was picked up on a fugitive warrant linked to crimes she allegedly committed back in North Carolina. Hawk was a teacher in Kannapolis, a city near Charl
Virginia Democrats are taking steps to redraw congressional district lines, aiming to gain a couple more seats in the House of Representatives. This move comes as Republicans in several states have already redrawn maps to their advantage. Democrats currently hold six of Virginia's 11 congressional s
Vallejo has seen a wave of top officials leaving recently. Rekha Nayar, the city's finance director, is the latest to go. She spent nine years with Vallejo before moving to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District. Her last day was Thursday, and she starts her new job next week. Nayar isn't th
