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county

Bridgewater-Raritan School Board Changes Schedule, Three Members Sworn In

January 9, 2025

In Bridgewater, New Jersey, the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School Board held its annual reorganization meeting on Tuesday night. Three members took their oaths of office: Ashish "AJ" Joshi and Jennifer Loughran, who were re-elected, and Jeremy Li, who was newly elected. The meeting also saw change

education

Meet the New Faces: A Fresh Start for Santa Clara County's Education Board

January 9, 2025

Santa Clara County's educational scene is getting a shake-up with the appointment of two new trustees to the Board of Education. Jorge Pacheco Jr. and Jessica Speiser are stepping in, replacing long-time members Joseph DiSalvo and Grace Mah. Mah's departure comes amidst investigations into alleged w

entertainment

The Hollywood Community Faces Wildfire Havoc

January 9, 2025

Los Angeles is grappling with several wildfires, affecting many big-name stars. Talk show host Ricki Lake shared on Instagram that she lost her “dream home. ” “It’s all gone, ” she wrote, expressing grief over her three-year-old wedding venue. Sandra Lee, a celebrity chef, also lost her house in the

politics

Virginia Democrats Keep Their Statehouse Edge

January 8, 2025

After Donald Trump's big win in November, Virginia held its first elections. Democrats did well, keeping their slim lead in the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49). This could slow down the governor, Glenn Youngkin's, conservative plans, as he'll need support from both parties. In L

environment

Wildfires Spark Chaos in LA: Firefighters Face Nature's Wrath

January 8, 2025

Imagine the city of Los Angeles under siege. Not by invaders, but by wildfires that are causing utter chaos. Firefighters are fighting multiple blazes, and one fire in Pacific Palisades has left over a thousand structures in ruins. Tens of thousands of people are fleeing their homes due to evacuatio

sports

Crystal Palace Eyes Young Scotsman Ben Doak

January 8, 2025

It seems like Crystal Palace is really keen on signing Ben Doak, a young forward currently at Liverpool. After their earlier offers were turned down, they're now considering a bigger bid, possibly close to £20m. Liverpool, though, isn't too eager to let go of this promising 19-year-old. Doak, who's

education

Richland One Board Kicks Off 2025 with a Request for Full Financial Scrutiny

January 8, 2025

In an extraordinary meeting last Tuesday, Richland County School District One board members took a significant step. They voted to ask the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) for a comprehensive forensic audit of the district. This was the first gathering of the year for the newly elected

crime

The Case of David Chou: A Church Shooting and Its Aftermath

January 8, 2025

On Tuesday, an Orange County judge decided that a 70-year-old man from Las Vegas will stand trial for murder and attempted murder, including hate crime enhancements. David Wenwei Chou is accused of fatally shooting a doctor and wounding five others during a mass shooting at a Taiwanese church in Lag

weather

North Texas Schools Brace for Cold Weather

January 8, 2025

With winter break ending, schools in North Texas are keeping a close eye on the weather forecast. A mix of snow and rain is expected later this week, which could lead to school closures or changes in schedules. The National Weather Service predicts the most impact will be felt on Thursday and Friday

politics

Virginia Democrats Keep Control After Key Wins

January 8, 2025

In the heart of Virginia, Democrats snagged two big wins in special elections. These wins happened in the northern county of Loudoun. Both spots were empty after politicians moved to higher roles. Democrat Kannan Srinivasan, who's been in the state House, won a Senate seat. He beat Republican Tumay