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Budget Battles: How a School District Scrutinized Contracts and Trips

March 27, 2026

A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A

finance

Grocery Store Gets Partial Tax Break in Pennsylvania

March 27, 2026

The Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue decided to grant a grocery store chain some relief on its sales and use tax. The case was brought through a petition for review, asking the board to reconsider a refund claim for a specific period. The dispute covered several kinds of purchases and se

finance

Micron’s Big Drop: Is It a Buying Chance or a Warning?

March 27, 2026

Micron Technology’s stock fell nearly twenty percent in the last week, even after a record earnings announcement that blew past Wall Street forecasts. The dip shows how quickly investor mood can shift in a market buzzing with AI excitement; great results do not always keep the price steady. The sli

sports

Dodgers Shine on Opening Day, but the Real Stars Are the Trophies

March 27, 2026

The first thing that caught everyone’s eye at the Dodgers’ opening‑day game was not a fireworks display or a celebrity cameo; it was two gleaming trophies that glowed under the afternoon sun. The 2024 and 2025 World Series cups were carried into the dugout by two veteran players who had helped win

sports

Gender Rules in Sports: A Debate Over Fairness and Science

March 27, 2026

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has introduced a new rule that will affect how athletes are classified by gender in upcoming competitions. The decision has sparked strong reactions from both sides of the debate. Supporters say the rule is a long‑needed step to protect women’s events. They

education

Anchorage Schools: The Cost of Too Many Buildings

March 27, 2026

The Anchorage School Board talks about a $90 million shortfall, but the real problem is that the district has more schools than it needs. Last year, a $50 million reserve was used to keep the budget balanced, and now the district is at the minimum legal balance. If the board had kept a healthy cushi

politics

Tech Giants Team Up With Trump on New Science Council

March 26, 2026

The U. S. President has set up a new advisory board that brings together leaders from the worlds of crypto, blockchain, artificial intelligence and other high‑tech sectors. The council was revived in January 2025 by an executive order and will soon include up to 24 experts. Among the first hires

business

AI Helper Takes the Lead in Mental Health Care

March 26, 2026

Blossom Health has secured a fresh $20 million to grow its AI “copilot” that assists psychiatrists. The investment came from Headline and partners such as Village Global, TA Ventures, Operator Partners, and Correlation Ventures. The deal also brought Headline co‑founder Mathias Schilling onto the co

technology

AI in the Job Hunt: How It Helps and Where It Falls Short

March 26, 2026

Finding a new job feels harder than ever, especially for young people who want steady roles. Companies are keeping most of their staff while still being slow to add new hires, a situation economists call “low‑hire, low‑fire. ” This makes it tough for newcomers to land long‑term positions. Technolog

entertainment

Steve Mosko Joins Radial Entertainment Board

March 26, 2026

Steve Mosko, a seasoned leader who once steered Sony Pictures’ global television division and led Village Roadshow Entertainment, has taken a seat on Radial Entertainment’s board. The move signals the company’s ambition to grow faster and tap new opportunities in a crowded market. Radial, backed by