China’s rare earth minerals included in new trade deal, Trump says

Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.

Maine grandmother graduates college at 88 years old

An 88-year-old grandmother in Maine showed the world it’s never too late to achieve your dreams.

DC public schools to ban cell phones

D.C. Public Schools announced Friday that students' cell phones will be banned in schools for next year. 

Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s latest ban on Harvard’s international students

A federal judge late Thursday temporarily blocked a proclamation by President Donald Trump that banned foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard University.

Prince George’s County teachers vote 'no confidence' in superintendent

The Prince George’s County teachers’ union has voted no confidence in Superintendent Millard House II, calling on the school board to restore confidence in the department’s leadership.

Indian Head Elementary School recognized as a Purple Star School

The Maryland States Department of Education (MSDE) has named Indian Head Elementary School a Purple Star School, recognizing its strong support for students from military families. It is the first school in Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) to receive recognition.  

“Bad policy and bad judgment": AG Miyares believes LCPS mishandled locker room incident

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares spoke with FOX 5 on Tuesday after referring Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) to federal authorities following an investigation into potential Title IX violations, unlawful retaliation, and viewpoint discrimination.

Virginia Attorney General refers Loudoun County locker room case to federal authorities

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has concluded his investigation into possible Title IX violations in Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS), referring the case to federal authorities for further review.

Students evacuated from flash flooding to finish schoolyear at Frostburg State

After students and staff at Westernport Elementary School were left without a building for the remainder of the school year due to flooding in Western Maryland, Frostburg State University has opened its doors. 

Trump administration stops scheduling of new student visa interviews

The suspension of visa interviews is intended to be temporary and won’t apply to applicants who already had scheduled their visa interviews, according to a U.S. official.

School Resource Officer saves choking boy’s life in Fauquier County

Deputy Jenkins was on duty as the School Resource Officer at Auburn Middle School in Warrenton, VA when he saved a sixth grade boy from choking on his food.

White House moves to block foreign students from attending Harvard

The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, citing campus safety concerns and alleged foreign affiliations.

Judge blocks Trump’s order to shut down the Education Department

A federal judge ruled that mass layoffs at the U.S. Education Department are causing “irreparable harm” to students and educators.

Map: Which states have banned cell phones in schools

A growing number of states are passing laws to ban or restrict cellphone use in schools, citing concerns about student mental health, classroom distractions, and public safety.