Education

Illinois Considers Lowering Student Proficiency Standards on State Tests

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is weighing a controversial proposal to lower the proficiency benchmarks on state standardized tests, aiming to better...

Education Secretary Warns Universities: Comply with Civil Rights Law or Risk Losing Federal Funding

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced that universities failing to adhere to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 may face...

McMahon Defends Deep Education Cuts Amid Department Dismantling Efforts

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon faced intense scrutiny from lawmakers on Wednesday as she defended the Trump administration’s proposed $12 billion cut to...

U.S. Department of Education Denies $10 Million in COVID Relief to Kentucky Schools

The U.S. Department of Education has denied over $10 million in COVID-19 relief funds to Kentucky schools, following a case-by-case review of previously approved...

Alaska Governor Vetoes Bipartisan Education Funding Bill, Prompting Override Effort

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed House Bill 57, a bipartisan education funding measure that aimed to increase the state's per-student funding allocation. The bill...

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‘It sounded like an F-16’: Pipeline Blast Near New Mexico-Colorado Border Sends Flames Into New Mexico Sky, Sparked Wildfire

Residents near the New Mexico-Colorado border described a terrifying pipeline explosion that shook the ground, knocked out power and sent flames towering into the sky before igniting a wildland fire.

‘We’ll Take Your Hand’: Tomasita’s Employees Find Temporary Work After Fire Forces Restaurant Closure

After a fire forced Tomasita’s to close last week, more than 25 of its employees have found temporary jobs at other establishments, allowing them to stay employed and earn income during the Balloon Fiesta.

New Mexico Launches State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, Becoming 31st State to Offer In-State Alternative

New Mexico has launched a state-run meat and poultry inspection program, giving local producers and processors a new pathway to inspect and sell products within state lines under Livestock Board supervision rather than federal oversight. Developed with the USDA, the program aims to ease access for smaller operations and strengthen local food systems.

Just Like a Movie: “Up”-Inspired 94-Balloon Cluster Soars at 2026 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

A 94-balloon cluster inspired by the iconic Disney-Pixar film “Up” became one of the standout sights at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday. The cluster made its way to Arizona early Sunday morning.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Four on Interstate 40, NMSP Confirms

Authorities reported a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 after a commercial truck crossed the median and hit two vehicles on Sunday.