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Joseph Cao, who is currently filling a seat on the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), was set to keep his position after a close win over Ellie Schroder in the Republican primary runoff held on Saturday. By 10:15 p. m. , most precincts had reported, and Cao led with about 52 percent

religion

Texas Adds Bible Passages to School Reading List

"Texas has taken a first‑of‑its‑kind step by making Bible verses part of the mandatory reading for elementary and middle school students. The decision, approved by a 9‑to‑5 vote of the state’s Republican‑led education board, will take effect in the 2030‑31 school year. Those who back the move say it

Maine Voters Shift Focus to Gaza, Not Just Israel

In recent primaries, two Maine Democrats emerged victorious by highlighting the Gaza crisis. Their messages were simple: build hospitals at home instead of supporting foreign bombings, and refuse money tied to pro‑Israel lobbying. This stance shows a growing trend: many voters in Maine now care more

Lubbock’s City Council race: Where the money flows and who stands out

In Lubbock, the race for City Council District 4 isn’t just about picking a new leader—it’s also about who’s funding the campaign. Five candidates filed reports showing how much they raised and spent ahead of the June 27 special election. This vote will fill the seat left empty after a council membe

education

Parents question AI tools in schools after quick district decision

Haverford Township School District recently approved AI tools for classrooms, but parents aren’t convinced it’s a good move. The district bought two programs—one for student tutoring and another to help teachers with tasks like quiz-making and feedback. Officials say the tools won’t replace real tea

Texas considers making Bible readings part of public school classes

June 27, 2026

Texas might soon require public schools to spend class time on Bible passages every year. A state education board controlled by Republicans plans to vote on a new rule that would mix well-known Christian writings with other classic texts. If approved, students starting around 2030 would read the sam

Cutting Funding for Medical Science: What Comes Next?

The new rule could lock in the Trump era’s habit of slashing money for health studies. It would let Republican officials stop grants from many federal agencies, a move that worries scientists in Maryland and beyond. The change is more than paperwork; it could freeze innovation for years. Congr

education

Keeping Kids and Staff Happy on Bainbridge Island

First Years Children’s Center on Bainbridge Island has surprised many by keeping the same team for over a year, a rarity in preschool settings where staff changes happen often. Nationwide, early childhood teachers switch jobs about one‑quarter to almost half of the time each year. The center welc

education

Schools in Maryland face federal review over transgender student support rules

Three school districts in Maryland and the state education department now face a federal probe after following their own inclusive rules for transgender students. The U. S. Department of Education says those local policies may clash with Title IX, a 1972 law meant to prevent sex-based discrimination

A Congressman’s Sudden Return and the Questions That Follow