House GOP passes Parents' Bill of Rights Act in clash over schools
The bill would give parents greater oversight of what is taught in public schools. Critics say it is a burdensome proposal that would fuel a far-right movement that has resulted in book bans.
MCPS revises policy on LGBTQ-friendly books
MCPS updated its messaging Thursday regarding the use of inclusive LGBTQ texts in classrooms.
Quince Orchard High School changes open lunch policy after student overdoses
The principal cited continued safety concerns and disruptive behaviors that have taken place off school property as the reason for the changes.
Library association releases report on record book ban attempts in 2022
The report says more than 1,200 book challenges were recorded by the association last year, nearly double the then-record total from 2021.
LCPS hopes to 'reestablish trust' with community listening sessions
Officials with Loudoun County Public Schools said they hope a series of community listening sessions help them rebuild trust within the community.
All LAUSD schools closed as thousands of employees continue 3-day strike
Los Angeles Unifed campuses will be closed Tuesday and likely through Thursday as service workers begin a planned strike -- leaving more than 400,000 students without classes.
Residents blast Fairfax County Board of Supervisors over proposed pay hikes
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors are considering increasing how much money they make annually by more than 40%.
Virginia State Police adding red lights to vehicles after Virginia Tech study
Red lights are being added to Virginia State Police cruisers and SUVs after researchers at Virginia Tech found the red lights lead to faster response times.
Tom Hanks to speak at Harvard's 2023 commencement
Hanks, 66, has appeared in almost 100 films. Nominated for an Oscar six times, he won best actor for “Philadelphia" in 1993 and “Forrest Gump" the following year.
Lawsuit deadline over Fairfax County middle school’s college prep program
Friday is the deadline for a Fairfax County middle school to avoid a lawsuit from the Virginia Attorney General after a dispute over a college preparatory program some call discriminatory.
Voyeur incident in UMD dorm under investigation
A voyeur incident inside a dorm bathroom at the University of Maryland is under investigation.
Charles County installing AI gun detection software at schools
School buildings in Charles County will soon be equipped with an artificial intelligence (AI) system meant to detect guns on school campuses.
Overdue library book returned 4 decades later, comes with apology letter
It appeared the book was due on April 25, 1979, according to a stamp.
Lunchables with 'specialized recipe' headed to US school lunch programs
The two Lunchables products headed to schools – Turkey and Cheddar and Extra Cheesy Pizza – have more protein and whole grains and reduced saturated fat and sodium.
Lawsuit claims Fairfax County Public Schools downplayed former student's rape
Fairfax County Public Schools is accused of turning a blind eye to a horrific sexual abuse case.
Howard University men's basketball earns first NCAA tournament bid in decades
Get your dancing shoes ready! The Howard University men's basketball team are going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over three decades!
Alexandria High School sophomore stabbed by classmate; 15-year-old suspect arrested
An Alexandria High School sophomore was reportedly stabbed by his classmates, and now his family is speaking out.
Search for new LCPS superintendent ramps up
The Loudoun County School Board is ramping up its search for the next superintendent.
New Maryland School Report Card gives insight into pandemic's impact on students
Maryland officials released the first school report since 2019 highlighting how the state's schools have bounced back in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Virginia AG orders Cooper Middle School to stop racially discriminating against students
Attorney General Jason Miyares has a message for the administrators at a Fairfax County middle school: Stop discriminating against students immediately or else face legal consequences.