Virginia students required to turn cell phones off during school day
A new statewide mandate takes effect July 1 requiring students in Virginia’s public schools to keep their phones off throughout the school day, including during lunch and class breaks.
A new statewide mandate takes effect July 1 requiring students in Virginia’s public schools to keep their phones off throughout the school day, including during lunch and class breaks.
Fairfax County to install weapons detectors at all high schools for upcoming academic year
Virginia’s largest school district, Fairfax County Public Schools, plans to make weapons detectors a permanent fixture at all its high schools.
Virginia’s largest school district, Fairfax County Public Schools, plans to make weapons detectors a permanent fixture at all its high schools.
Leaders propose free DASH rides for Alexandria City High Schoolers in 2026
Starting in fall 2026, high school students in Alexandria could ride DASH buses for free under a new plan by city and school staff.
Starting in fall 2026, high school students in Alexandria could ride DASH buses for free under a new plan by city and school staff.
Virginia Gov. Youngkin signs law banning phones during school hours
Virginia students will soon be required to keep their phones off during class, now that a policy first introduced through executive order last year has been signed into law by Governor Glenn Youngkin.
Virginia students will soon be required to keep their phones off during class, now that a policy first introduced through executive order last year has been signed into law by Governor Glenn Youngkin.
Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Family sues elite D.C. school over alleged racial and disability harassment
A family is suing an elite private school in D.C., claiming their child was harassed because of his race and his disability - and that school administrators did nothing to protect him.
A family is suing an elite private school in D.C., claiming their child was harassed because of his race and his disability - and that school administrators did nothing to protect him.
Parents call for stability amid leadership shakeup in Prince George’s County Schools
Prince George’s County Public Schools is facing another leadership shakeup.
Prince George’s County Public Schools is facing another leadership shakeup.
Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Prince George's County Public Schools interim superintendent named
An interim superintendent for Prince George's County Public Schools has been named.
An interim superintendent for Prince George's County Public Schools has been named.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Faizan Zaki wins Scripps National Spelling Bee: What to know about the new champion!
Faizan Zaki is your new Scripps National Spelling Bee champion! Here’s what we know about the new number one!
Faizan Zaki is your new Scripps National Spelling Bee champion! Here’s what we know about the new number one!
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.
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.
Metro Atlanta teen goes viral for working at Burger King after graduation
Metro Atlanta teen Mykale Baker went viral after reporting to his Burger King shift still wearing his graduation medals.
Metro Atlanta teen Mykale Baker went viral after reporting to his Burger King shift still wearing his graduation medals.