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A federal judge in Georgia is under fire after the Justice Department pushed for her removal from a case involving voter registration records. The request came after reports linked Judge Eleanor Ross to a misconduct scandal, including an extramarital affair with a high-ranking officer. A judicial pa

lifestyle

Tribal partnerships grow in Wisconsin through Rotary’s cultural work

Wisconsin’s Rotary Clubs are stepping beyond usual meetings to build real connections with nearby tribal nations. More than just social events, these efforts aim to break old tensions tied to historic land rights and fishing disputes. Stories shared at a recent convention showed just how deep the di

sports

High School Stars: The Athletes Who Stood Out Last Week

Each week, high school sports in Cincinnati and nearby areas get a spotlight thanks to a community vote. Last week’s top performers came from baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, and track teams, showing off skills that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The winners weren’t just celebrated for o

education

Chicago school board pauses charter renewals to rethink rules

The Chicago school board just hit pause on renewing contracts for seven charter schools, sparking a heated debate late Thursday night. Eleven board members—all picked by the mayor or tied to the teachers’ union—argued they need more time to dig into financial reports before making any decisions. The

Battle Lines Drawn: How Redistricting Became a Shifting Chess Game

Redrawing U. S. congressional districts ahead of midterm elections has turned into a high-stakes game where both parties try to tilt the playing field in their favor. Last summer kicked off this latest round when Texas Republicans moved to reshape five Democratic-held seats, prompting California Dem

PTAs Today: More Than Just Fundraisers?

Parents often see PTAs as groups that throw pizza parties or sell wrapping paper to fund school projects. But recent findings suggest these groups are taking on bigger roles, pushing topics like race, gender, and immigration into classrooms. Reports indicate the National PTA—and its local branches—a

education

Kids Create a Film About Anxiety, Restaurants Close, and a New Fred Rogers Stamp

Students from nine school districts in Western Pennsylvania teamed up with Wonder Media and the Grable Foundation to make an animated movie called “Finding Alice in Wonderland. ” The film talks about worry, sticking with yourself, and telling the truth to others. It lets kids own the story and spark

Colorado Schools Get a Boost, But Some Districts Lose Out

Colorado lawmakers pushed through a new education funding bill that raises the state’s total money for K‑12 schools by about $180 million. The plan adds $449 to each student’s budget, bringing the average to roughly $12, 325 for the 2026‑27 school year. Most districts will keep or grow their funding

religion

Summer Faith‑Fueled Events Line Up in Baton Rouge

The Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association is set to hold its yearly Christian Education Congress from June 8‑11. The gathering will explore a “Generational Blueprint for Christian Education, ” drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 4:10. Worship will kick off at six in the evening on Monday,

Pipeline Court Fight: California Loses Bid to Halt Oil Flow