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Trans Rights Rally: A Clash of Perspectives

January 18, 2026

In Washington DC, two groups faced off during a Supreme Court hearing on a case that could impact trans children's participation in school sports. Hundreds gathered to support trans rights, while another large group aimed to uphold laws banning trans youth from sports aligned with their gender ident

weather

Georgia's Winter Surprise: Snow Likely to Miss Atlanta Again

January 18, 2026

Snow lovers in Georgia might be in for a treat, but not everyone will get lucky. While central Georgia could see some snowfall, metro Atlanta might once again be left out in the cold. This isn't the first time Atlanta has missed out on winter fun. The city is known for its unpredictable weather, oft

business

Warren Buffett's Life Lessons and Business Insights

January 18, 2026

Warren Buffett recently shared a wealth of wisdom in a two-hour CNBC special. He discussed everything from his approach to business and investing to personal anecdotes and life lessons. Buffett emphasized that finding good businesses doesn't require genius or complex formulas. He praised Greg Abel,

politics

Gaza Governance Plan Sparks Israeli Concerns

January 18, 2026

Israel is not happy with the latest U. S. plan for Gaza. The issue? The people chosen to lead it. The Israeli government says the U. S. did not talk to them before making this decision. They think the plan goes against what Israel wants. One big problem for Israel is Turkey's involvement. Turkey's

education

A Principal Steps Down After Students Sing Nazi Song Twice

January 18, 2026

A high-ranking official at a prestigious Chicago school has decided to step down. This comes after a disturbing incident where students were caught practicing a song linked to Nazi history. The school's head, Dr. Thomas Hagerman, announced his resignation in mid-January. He cited health concerns as

education

A Big Step Forward for Anchorage Educators

January 18, 2026

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

lifestyle

Penguins: A Dream Come True

January 18, 2026

Penguins have always held a special place in many hearts. For some, they are just birds, but for others, they are a lifelong fascination. This was the case for one individual who had a deep love for these waddling creatures since childhood. They even attempted to share their enthusiasm with classmat

education

Fewer Eyes on Campus Violence: How Layoffs Hit School Safety

January 18, 2026

The Education Department's role in tackling sexual violence on campuses has taken a hit. Once a strong force, it's now struggling to keep up. The Office for Civil Rights, which handles these cases, saw half its lawyers go in a round of layoffs. This has left over 25, 000 cases waiting to be looked a

education

Missouri Schools Get New Report Cards: What's the Plan?

January 18, 2026

Missouri is shaking things up in education. The state is creating a new way to grade schools. This is after Governor Mike Kehoe gave an order. The Missouri Department of Education has until June to make a plan. The new system will use letter grades from A to F. It will be based on how well students

politics

Where Does Your Teacher's Union Money Really Go?

January 18, 2026

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