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constitution beach

Schools Must Follow Anti‑Discrimination Rules When They Get State Money

July 10, 2026

Private religious schools that receive public money must obey Maine’s anti‑discrimination laws, a federal appeals court decided. The decision followed two schools – Saint Dominic Academy in Auburn and Bangor Christian Schools run by Crosspoint Church – asking for a break from the Maine Human Rights

health

Beach Alerts: Massachusetts Spots Closed for Safety

July 10, 2026

Massachusetts authorities have shut down 70 public beaches this weekend because the water has too many bacteria. The state health department warns that swimming in these waters can cause sickness, from stomach upset to skin rashes. People planning a beach day should check the list before heading out

politics

California Boosts Special Education Funds

July 10, 2026

California’s governor has signed a bill that will pour $2. 4 billion into special‑education programs statewide. Every school district should see an increase in how much money each student receives for specialized services. The new money joins a larger $151 billion pledge that the governor promised f

weather

Heat, Lightning and Rising Tides: What to Expect This Weekend

July 9, 2026

The Bay Area’s temperatures are set to climb this weekend. On Thursday, the heat will hit its normal summer highs, with inland spots reaching the upper 80s. By Saturday, those numbers will push into the low 90s, and Monday could see mid‑90s temperatures as a monsoon‑like pattern starts to move in fr

sports

Sports Law Battle Ends in Arizona

July 9, 2026

In a move that may feel like the end of an uphill fight, an LGBTQ+ rights group has decided to drop its lawsuit against Arizona’s Department of Education. The case challenged a state rule that bars boys from participating in girls’ sports. The decision follows the Supreme Court’s recent 6‑to‑3 ruli

lifestyle

A Big House With All‑Around Lake Views

July 9, 2026

The home at 1425 Bay View Heights in Petoskey, Michigan, is listed for $1. 875 million and offers a rare chance to own a large property that sits right between downtown Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Its 6, 474‑square‑foot footprint gives buyers plenty of room for both grand entertaining and everyd

entertainment

Weekend Fun on Staten Island: Movies, Hikes and More

July 8, 2026

Staten Island is buzzing this weekend with a mix of free events that keep families and friends entertained. Start your Friday night at Historic Richmond Town where a relaxed outdoor gathering runs every week through August, offering food and live entertainment without any cost. On the same day, a bi

weather

Storm Strengthens: Detroit Lakes Faces an EF‑2 Tornado

July 8, 2026

A powerful tornado struck the town of Detroit Lakes on Monday, causing significant damage and leaving three people injured. The National Weather Service confirmed the storm was rated EF‑2, meaning winds reached about 115 miles per hour. The tornado carved a path roughly 6. 8 miles long, beginning ne

politics

Budget Moves: What Michigan Schools Are Really Getting

July 8, 2026

Michigan lawmakers pushed a new state budget to school leaders just after the July 1 deadline, leaving districts scrambling to meet their own June 30 cut‑off. The final plan tops out at $19. 8 billion, a drop of about $1. 5 billion from last year’s $21. 3 billion, yet it still offers a record $10, 3

business

Hacky Sack Craze Turns Small San Diego Shop Into Big‑Time Biz

July 8, 2026

A quiet buzz on a smartwatch in late April caught the eye of Giovanna Mantilla, owner of a fair‑trade shop in San Diego. The notification came from her company’s sale of a simple footbag, and soon the alerts multiplied like a viral meme. Mantilla wondered why her long‑standing business was suddenly