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Alaska’s Court Battle Over a New Charter School

June 21, 2026

The acting attorney general has taken the Fairbanks district to Alaska’s highest court, demanding that it open a charter school that the district had previously turned down. This move follows a recent judge’s refusal to force the district to start the school, citing lack of immediate harm and financ

education

Cheating in the Age of AI: A New Game for Students and Teachers

June 21, 2026

In recent months, videos on TikTok and YouTube have shown how students can use “humanizers” and “autotypers” to make AI‑generated work look like it was written by a person. These tools rewrite text so it sounds less mechanical and add fake typos or slow typing patterns, tricks that help students sli

politics

A Map Can Be the Biggest Lie in Politics

June 21, 2026

The idea that politicians can safely cheat voters by shaping maps is a dangerous myth. When the group in power loses an election, people loudly denounce its map‑making, calling it unfair and unconstitutional. Once that group wins back control, the criticism fades. The new maps look almost the sam

opinion

Alaska’s Health‑Care Cost Puzzle

June 21, 2026

Health care costs in Alaska are among the highest in the nation, and they shape daily choices for families and employers alike. Recent data from state labor officials shows that Anchorage, Juneau and Fairbanks consistently top the list of urban centers with the most expensive medical expenses for 15

politics

How Chicago's School Board Race Got Messy Before the Vote Even Started

June 21, 2026

Chicago’s upcoming school board election isn’t just about picking new leaders—it’s also about who even gets to be on the ballot. Out of 51 candidates running, 28 have faced objections challenging their petitions. These aren’t just minor clerical issues; they’re legal fights that can knock hopefuls o

education

New Leader Steps Up in Lincoln‑Way Schools

June 20, 2026

The school board has chosen a new head for the district, giving a chance to a long‑time employee. Michael Duback, who has worked in the district since 2021, will take on the role of deputy superintendent for two years. During that time he will keep his current duties while learning the respons

education

New Faces, New Grants and a Fresh Path to Learning

June 20, 2026

Dustin Boswell steps into the role of treasurer for Tallmadge City Schools, taking over from Jeff Hostetler who has been in the position for many years. Boswell brings more than two decades of experience from Springfield Local School District, where he started as a technology director and moved into

politics

Boulder County’s Mental Health Tax: How Funds Are Being Divided

June 20, 2026

The county council has decided how to use most of the money raised by a new 0. 15% sales tax that will run for three years. The tax, approved by voters last fall, is expected to bring in about $40 million total or roughly $13 million each year. The goal is to fund a wide range of mental health and s

crime

Sudden Truck Crash Leaves Four Injured in Oak Cliff

June 20, 2026

A sudden crash on West Davis Street sent shock through the Bishop Arts District as a truck collided with a group of people. The incident happened late in the evening, around 7 p. m. , when bystanders were outside eating and socializing. A driver, who is still in custody, reportedly drove the v

opinion

Kids, Tech in Class Is Not Helping Them Learn

June 20, 2026

The idea that every child should have a personal tablet or laptop in school is catching on, but studies show this trend may actually hurt learning. Research across the globe finds that more screen time in classrooms links to lower scores in math, reading and science. One study even says that kids