Education Department Launches 18 Investigations Into School Policies for Transgender Students
U.S. Department of Education Launches Investigations into Gender Identity Policies The U.S. Department of Education announced on Wednesday that it has initiated eighteen investigations into various K-12 school districts, higher education institutions, and state education departments regarding alleged violations of policies related to “gender identity.” These investigations stem from complaints submitted to the Office for […]
Idaho providing $50 million in tax credits for private education, but applications need to be submitted soon.
IDAHO FALLS — Parental Choice Tax Credit Now Open for Applications As of January 1, Idaho’s Parental Choice Tax Credit bill is officially in effect, and families can now start applying. Signed into law by Governor Brad Little in February 2025, HB93 allocates up to $50 million in state funding to assist families with “qualified […]
Special education aide pulls autistic elementary school student by the arm for 30 feet in the hallway, according to police.
Incident Involving Special Education Aide in Las Vegas A special education aide in Las Vegas is facing serious allegations after reportedly dragging an autistic elementary school student down a hallway by the arm for roughly 30 feet. The incident took place at JE Munch Elementary School, where 21-year-old Zachary May was arrested by Clark County […]
Education Department Launches More Than Twelve New Inquiries Into School Gender Identity Policies
Department of Education Investigates 18 School Districts Over Sports Policies The Department of Education announced on Wednesday that it is investigating 18 school districts and universities due to potential violations of civil rights laws. This stems from policies permitting men to compete in women’s sports. These entities are accused of breaching Title IX of the […]
‘Education Professor Faces Sanctions Following Civil Rights Investigation for Claiming White Teachers Are Supremacists’
IU Professor Sanctioned After Civil Rights Investigation Indiana University has taken action against a professor following a civil rights inquiry into remarks perceived as derogatory towards white individuals and their colleagues. The investigation was prompted by a complaint from a former student to the university’s Office of Civil Rights. Marcus Croom, an assistant professor in […]
Cause of death disclosed for missing Chicago special education teacher Linda Brown
The body of a missing 53-year-old special education teacher from Chicago was discovered in Lake Michigan on Monday, with a subsequent autopsy confirming the cause of death. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office reported on Tuesday that Linda Brown’s death was ruled a suicide by drowning. Details beyond this verdict remain scarce. Brown had been […]
As a university president, I understand that higher education is failing — we need accountability immediately
Concerns Over American Higher Education Prompt Congressional Priorities There’s a significant issue within American higher education, and it seems this year, Washington may be ready to address it. Recently, Congressional leaders shared their policy priorities for 2026, placing higher education near the forefront for the first time in years. From reforms in student loans to […]
Universities cut 9,000 jobs due to the effects of Trump’s policies on higher education
Job Losses in Higher Education A recent report indicates a troubling trend in the higher education sector, revealing a loss of over 300 jobs in December alone. This brings the total number of job cuts to more than 9,000 throughout 2025. It’s worth noting that these figures might actually be lower than reality, as many […]
Linda MacMahon reduces regulations as Iowa participates in initiative to hand education back to states
Education Department Streamlines Funding in Iowa The Department of Education is working to reduce bureaucratic hurdles as Iowa becomes the first state to adopt a new educational initiative aimed at shifting more control back to state authorities. On Wednesday, the department announced its approval of Iowa’s education waiver. This new process is designed to lessen […]
Chicago special education teacher Linda Brown disappears completely.
Missing Chicago Teacher’s Disappearance Sparks Concern A special education teacher from Chicago has gone missing, and her family is understandably worried as they plead for her safe return. Linda Brown, 53, was last seen on Saturday afternoon in the 4500 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Bronzeville, which is just about two miles […]