‘D. Rose’ guilty of murder in Chicago
A murderer of a Chicago teenager was convicted and faces up to 45 years. The victim was trying to make life better in his community.
School News
More recess LiiNKed to better focus in school
Recess helps, not just with social and physical development, but also with academics, because it increases the amount of time kids pay attention in class.
Resilience grants to St. Louis, Baltimore, Chicago
The US Department of Education announced grants to promote student resilience following community trauma for St. Louis, Chicago, and Baltimore City.
Former E. Peoria football coach guilty of theft
A former football coach at E Peoria Comm HS will serve a year of probation for the theft of funds that were supposed to be for the football team.
Casino revenue might benefit vocational programs
Prince George's County Council proposed diverting a portion of money from the new MGM National Harbor casino for vocational ed programs.
Manhunt continues as 10-year-old is stabbed
A killer is at large, possibly in the vicinity of Glen Burnie, Md., accused of stabbing a 10-year-old girl to death. Her brother was also stabbed.
School bus fire in Md., accident in IL
A school bus caught fire in College Park, Md., yesterday. No injuries were reported, thanks to the heroic actions of the bus driver.
7-year-old Mo. student cried, was handcuffed
A 7-year-old boy, allegedly handcuffed by a police officer in a Kansas City elementary school for crying, is suing the school district.
When U.S. airspace was closed until further notice
Planes were diverted to Canada on 9/11 to stay out of US airspace, which had been closed as never before. Foreigners opened up, and we're grateful.
Trump releases sort of an education plan
Donald J Trump issued a few proposals for what he would do as president for education. It's about school choice, vouchers, and merit pay.