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Graffiti Gets a Big‑Time Home in Suburban Station

July 9, 2026

When you walk into Suburban Station from the 16th Street side, the first thing you see is a wide hallway with no walls to decorate. Then you turn right and a huge “train” painted on the wall grabs your attention. Inside that paint‑filled train, every inch is covered with bright graffiti, murals and

health

Learning Through Art: Boosting Doctors’ Comfort with IDD Patients

July 9, 2026

Doctors often feel uneasy when caring for adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). This unease can stop people with IDD from getting the proper medical care they deserve. A known way to reduce discomfort is through contact theory, which says that more interaction with differ

business

Local Stories, Big Tech Changes

July 9, 2026

New money is pouring into schools, factories and labs across the U. S. after big events like the pandemic and new federal rules. This cash is reshaping how kids learn, how people work, and what the economy looks like today. But fewer reporters are left to tell these stories. In the last twenty year

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

opinion

California’s Billionaire Tax: A One‑Time Call for Fair Share

July 9, 2026

The idea of taxing the richest residents in California is gaining traction as the state faces a growing wealth gap. A proposed measure on next November’s ballot would impose a single 5 % levy on billionaires, aiming to capture revenue that the current tax system misses. Because most of these fortune

opinion

Hidden Money, Hidden Voices: Why Colleges Need a New Rule

July 9, 2026

Two women who have faced death threats for speaking out against extremist groups share a common warning. One came from Pakistan, became a teacher in America, and started an organization to fight extremism after 9/11. The other fled Egypt after the October 7 attacks and has spent years tracking

technology

PlayStation’s Disc Exit Sparks Debate, CEO Shares Hint at Pressure

July 9, 2026

Sony plans to stop making game discs by 2028, a move that has stirred big anger among fans. Many players are signing petitions, canceling PlayStation Plus memberships and even putting pre‑orders for upcoming games on hold. The company, however, seems firm on its decision and is not expected to back

science

Birds and Fish Move Like Tiny Springy Crystals

July 9, 2026

Scientists at New York University have found that when birds fly in lines or fish swim in schools, they behave similarly to a soft crystal. In this material, tiny “atoms” sit evenly in a lattice and are linked by flexible bonds that can stretch or bend. The researchers suggest that each bird or fish

education

Learning the School Way Before You Walk In

July 9, 2026

The jump from home to school is a big step for little ones. Good childcare centres help make that leap smoother by building skills in sharing, cleaning up, and thinking on their feet. At these centres children meet peers every day. Playing together teaches them to share, wait their turn and solve

sports

Sports and Faith: A Modern Connection

July 9, 2026

In a small Utah town, the Fourth of July parade mixed history with music and pancakes. A Vietnam War pilot shared stories while a handbell choir sang, all set to the backdrop of patriotic cheer. A few days later, the excitement shifted to a global soccer event. Families and friends watched Englan