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Top 5 Schools in Each State Beating the Odds in 3rd Grade Reading

This article is part of Bright Spots, a series highlighting schools where every child learns to read, no matter their zip code. Explore the Bright Spots map to find out which schools are beating the odds in terms of literacy versus poverty rates. In …

Kansas homeowners seek property tax relief as lawmakers consider ballot measure

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Property tax relief was not addressed during Governor Laura Kelly’s final State of the State address Tuesday, but it remains a pressing concern for many Kansas homeowners who say they haven’t seen relief in years. Jon Rayls, who …

Protestors condemn ICE in rally at Kansas Statehouse

photo by: Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector Demonstrators hold signs at the Jan. 14, 2026, “human needs are human rights” rally at the Statehouse in Topeka. TOPEKA — Hundreds of Kansans chanted “f— ICE,” carried pointed and sometime profane signs, and …

Kansas basketball puts recent issues in past, wins vs Iowa State

Jan. 15, 2026, 3:05 a.m. CT LAWRENCE — Coming into Tuesday’s home game against Iowa State, an overtime win was the only thing standing between Kansas basketball and a winless start to Big 12 Conference play. No. 25 KU’s win earlier this month at home …

Former Alabama high school stars among Birmingham Stallions’ UFL Draft picks

Wide receiver Justyn Ross’ football career will resume closer to home after the Birmingham Stallions selected the former Central-Phenix City star in the United Football League Draft on Wednesday. The spring-football league’s eight teams made selections …

Kansas Republicans’ home assessed value cap may — or may not — reduce property taxes

TOPEKA — A group of GOP senators want to amend the Kansas Constitution to establish an annual cap on a home’s taxable assessed value, but opinions are split on whether it will provide real relief. The proposal, called the Cap Assessed Valuation Protection …

Former Iowa High School Football QB Joins UFL For 2026

A former Iowa high school football standout was selected in the 2026 United Football League draft. Hunter Dekkers, a graduate of West Sioux High School who played at Iowa State and Iowa Western, was picked by the Houston Gamblers. Dekkers signed with the …

Kansas offers AI gun detection grants for schools

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Kansas schools can now apply for state grants to install artificial intelligence gun detection systems as part of a new $10 million initiative by the Kansas Attorney General. The state opened applications for the “Safe and Secure …

Olathe parents seek answers on $389 million school bond plan

OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - Parents packed Frontier Trail Middle School on Wednesday night seeking answers about a plan that could reshape five elementary schools in the district. At $389 million, Bond 2026 represents the biggest school bond in Olathe’s history. …

Kansas falls to Oklahoma State, 85-76; Nichols sets program record for free throws

photo by: Sarah Buchanan/Special to the Journal-World Freshman Jaliya Davis searches for a teammate to throw the ball to during Kansas’ game against Oklahoma State on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, in Lawrence. The Kansas women’s basketball team’s struggles …

Kansas schools offered grants for A.I. gun detection technology

Howard University Names Ted White as Head Football Coach

Howard University officially introduced alumnus Ted White as the new football head coach today, combining the history and vision for the future of the university’s athletics in a press conference.  White started his speech overcome with emotion, stating, “ …

SCHOOL NOTEBOOK | K-State Rodeo canceled because of pandemic

The 2021 K-State Rodeo has been canceled because of COVID-19 restrictions.KSU Animal Sciences and Industry department head Mike Day and KSU Rodeo coach Casy Winn made the announcement this week. Because of restrictions on audience sizes for K-State, Riley …

Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #187

Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving  school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.  In today’s edition, you’ll find: On the issues: The debate over third-grade …

Hickman Mills School District considers major cuts, school closures to address $14 million deficit

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Hickman Mills School District is considering significant cost-cutting measures to address a $14 million deficit, including staff reductions and school closures. The school board is expected to take action on Thursday on two …

Transportant launches school bus stop arm camera to tag drivers who blow past students

The latest technology from a Kansas-based leader in school bus safety captures the license plates of law-breakers via full-color digital imaging that can be used to alert law enforcement officials who can then issue citations and hold drivers in violation …

Complaint says Eureka school crossed constitutional line in ‘role model’ denial of President Trump, Charlie Kirk

EUREKA, Kan. (KWCH) - A participation assignment at a Eureka elementary school led to a Civil Rights complaint that’s escalated to national awareness. The American Center for Law & Justice, described as “a politically conservative, Christian-based …

High School Boys Basketball: How to Watch Hoophall Classic

The 2026 Hoophall Classic tips off tomorrow afternoon at Springfield College in Springfield, with once again another impressive lineup of nationally ranked high school boys basketball teams heading to the state of Massachusetts. Hoophall Classic will …

Kansas lawmakers looking at property tax relief, renter rebates in 2026

Lawmakers are once again trying to make housing more affordable and ease the property tax burden for Kansas homeowners.  Takeaways Property taxes are primarily collected on the local level, making state-level reforms tricky.  Democrats pitched a host of …

UtilityRates.Com Warns Electricity Customers of Higher Bills On New Year's Day

22 states face utility rate hikes averaging 6.1% as winter heating demands peak and wholesale electricity costs climb nationwide. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UtilityRates.com is warning electricity …

Genesis Exotic Transport Educates Consumers on Legal Boat Transport and Risks of Non-Compliant Carriers

Genesis Exotic Transport provides guidance on legal boat hauling standards to help owners avoid the legal and financial risks of non-compliant carriers. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the growing demand for …

Cheyenne Dental Assistant School Announces Winter Opening to Support Wyoming’s Growing Dental Workforce

Cheyenne Dental Assistant School will open this winter, offering hands-on dental assistant training through a partnership with Espire Dental. CHEYENNE, WY, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cheyenne Dental Assistant School is …

Arab America Foundation Launches 20 Under 20 for 2026

20 Under 20 Honorees Represent Strength, Creativity, and Leadership of the Next Generation of Arab Americans WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Arab America Foundation announced today that nominations are …

Dental Dr. Landon B. Rockwell of Tooele, UT, Discusses Teeth Whitening Safety for HelloNation

Is teeth whitening safe, and how can you protect your teeth while achieving a brighter smile? TOOELE, UT, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Is teeth whitening safe, and how can you protect your teeth while achieving a …

Pulse Medical Assistant School to Open Huntsville Campus This Winter

Pulse Medical Assistant School will open a new Huntsville campus this winter, offering hands-on, affordable medical assistant training. HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pulse Medical Assistant School is proud …

Stanley Slaczka is announcing the release of his book, 'The Structure of Perseverance!'

This system gives you unstoppable power! IRWIN, PA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning Author Stanley Slaczka is announcing a press release of his book, “The Structure of Perseverance!” He has multiple awards …

Patrick J. Yuran Announces Launch of Holding On & Letting Go: A Story of Love, Life, & Loss

Carrollton Local Shares Powerful Story of Perseverance in the Face of Illness with New Book Release CARROLLTON, GA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Educator, entrepreneur, and author Patrick J. Yuran today announced the …

Professor Tunbosayo Okekunle Leads Nigeria’s Capital Market Reform Through Strategic Diaspora Reinvestment

Formal State Invitation Facilitates the Launch of TOSAF and Okekunle Business School to Bridge the Gap in Long-Term Capital and Financial Education LAGOS, LAGOS, NIGERIA, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a decisive move to strengthen …

Book Bans Are Just the Beginning: Randi Weingarten on Education and Democracy

Seattle University School of Law hosts teachers’ union leader Randi Weingarten for a virtual conversation on how attacks on education threaten civic life. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seattle University …

Cybersecurity Expert Dr. Sharon L. Burton Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the digital world grows ever more intricate, Dr. Sharon L. Burton is an internationally recognized and cited Cybersecurity Professor, researcher, and thought leader, …

Government Fraud Consultant Jenniffer Wilson Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- If you want to know what really happens to government funds, ask Jenniffer F. Wilson. For over three decades, Wilson has been the steady hand and sharp mind behind some of the …

The Advocacy Circle Launches to Help Families Navigate Special Education With Practical Tools, Training, and AI Support

The Advocacy Circle is a new platform offering training, tools, and AI-guided support to help families navigate special education. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Advocacy Circle (TAC), a new …

Foreclosure.com Releases New Educational Feature on Assumable Mortgages and Housing Affordability

Low-rate loan assumptions draw renewed attention as buyers seek alternatives in a high interest rate market. BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreclosure.com, a leading provider of distressed property data …

Alamo BioCenter’s BioSpark Program Celebrates Pilot-Year Success in Middle and High School Biotech Training

Hands-on biotech training delivers credentials, research projects, and real lab access for San Antonio students—fueling expansion in the year ahead. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BioSpark, a San Antonio– …

Montessori Expert Madelynn Van Den Heuvel of Santa Cruz Breaks Down Montessori vs. Traditional Preschool for HelloNation

What’s the real difference between a Montessori and a traditional preschool, and how can parents know which is the right fit for their child? SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What’s the real difference …

Machine Learning Market Growth Overview, Facts & Figures, Segmentation, Future Trends, and Historical Analysis By 2033

Machine Learning Market size was valued USD 35.32 billion in 2024, expected to USD 47.99 billion in 2025 to USD 309.68 billion by 2032, exhibiting CAGR of 30.5% BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This New Year …

Roots and Wings Goes Hollywood for 10th Anniversary Gala

Celebrating a decade of literacy advocacy in Palm Beach County DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots and Wings, the largest local nonprofit focused on literacy and teacher recognition, will celebrate 10 …

Veteran Ready Organization Training Sets Standard for Cultural Understanding with Military-Connected Communities

Veteran Ready Training equips organizations nationwide with cultural understanding and competence to better serve Veterans, military families, and caregivers. CARLSBAD, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veteran Ready Organization …

Sustainable Leadership Emerges as a Key Driver for Scaling Connectivity Infrastructure

"In times of disruption, leadership becomes the true infrastructure behind scalable connectivity," says telecom strategist Jaihson Yaima PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a global context …