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California's Education System: Spending More, Gaining Less

January 17, 2026

California's education system is spending a lot of money, but the results are not impressive. Governor Gavin Newsom recently talked about the state's education achievements. He mentioned that California spends $27, 418 per student, which includes federal funds. He also highlighted expansions in pre-

education

How States Stack Up in School Funding

January 9, 2026

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

crime

Safety Showdown: The Top 3 States with Low Crime Rates

May 6, 2025

The United States has many states, but only a few stand out for having the lowest crime rates. New Hampshire takes the top spot. New Hampshire is the safest state in the country. It is followed closely by Maine and Idaho. These states have the lowest rates of violent and property crimes. The ra

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California Catching Up: Population Bounces Back in 2024

December 20, 2024

In 2024, California added more residents than it had in years, finally making progress towards its pre-pandemic population high. The state's population grew by about 233, 000 residents, bringing the total to just under 39. 5 million. Experts see this as a positive sign after a period of decline, kno