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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
More schools are offering courses related to Asian Americans
by Juliana Kim
Asian American college students are reigniting the fight for Asian American studies. Educators say increases in violence targeting Asian Amerians heightens the need.
Ohio is making it easier for teachers to carry firearms in classrooms
by Andy Chow
Ohio's governor signed a bill allowing teachers to carry guns in class after 24 hours of training. Republicans tout the move as a way to increase safety; educators worry it could lead to more danger.
In its third hearing, the House Jan. 6 panel will hear from 2 witnesses
by Claudia Grisales
The House select committee investigating the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol will focus on how ex- President Donald Trump pressured then-Vice President Mike Pence not to count lawful electoral votes.
As the U.S. Open begins, the golf tournament is caught up in turmoil
Some of the sport's biggest stars are under scrutiny for participating in a breakaway series funded by the Saudi Arabian government.
New federal standards aim to make manufactured homes more efficient
by Sam Brasch
The Energy Department recently updated efficiency rules for manufactured homes. Energy efficiency advocates wanted higher standards — while the industry warns the rules will raise home prices.
Drought restrictions are being felt in many ways across California
by Caleigh Wells
Water restrictions are turning lawns brown, but homes are not the only places Californians are feeling the drought. Cemeteries, golf courses and tourism are all distressed by lack of water.
The time was right for an aggressive rate hike, former Fed economist says
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Claudia Sahm, a senior fellow at the Jain Family Institute and a former Federal Reserve economist, about the largest Fed interest rate hike in 28 years.
A VHS copy of 'Back to the Future' has sold for $75,000 at auction
It's from the collection of actor Tom Wilson, who played Biff Tannen in the movie. Wilson says he saved a copy because he was convinced that the VHS platform would be around forever.