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- USLouisiana Illuminator
Special education, income quotas could be removed for charter school enrollment
Louisiana charter schools might soon be able to remove certain enrollment requirements for students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students. It’s a move that parents of those students feel limits their options in a school system based on choice. House Bill 708, authored by Rep. Barbara Freiberg, R-Baton Rouge, moved out of the Senate Education […] The post Special education, income quotas could be removed for charter school enrollment appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
3 min read - USThe State
Say what you will about the invasion of cicadas, but SC children appear to love them. Take a look
The great cicada invasion has become an interesting spectacle and learning experience for children in South Carolina. See the photos our readers had to share.
3 min read - USHartford Courant
Man in U.S. Army extradited to CT to face charges in murder-for-hire plot initiated by brother
A man has been extradited from Texas to face charges in connection with a murder-for-hire plot allegedly planned by a Connecticut prisoner, marking the second arrest state police have made in the investigation. State police detectives flew to Fort Worth, Texas on Wednesday to take custody of 30-year-old Jeremiah Peikert and escort him back to Connecticut to face charges of conspiracy to commit ...
3 min read - USHartford Courant
CT child advocate calls death of toddler buried in park a ‘preventable tragedy’ as father faces more charges
A Connecticut man is facing additional criminal charges in connection with his 2-year-old son’s death, more than a year after the toddler was found dead and buried in a park. Edgar Ismalej-Gomez, 28, was charged this week with cruelty to persons, hindering prosecution, risk of injury to a minor, criminal violation of a protective order, conspiracy to commit tampering with evidence and two ...
6 min read - USIdaho Statesman
The Boise River is rising. But will it flood again this spring? Here’s what to expect
The Boise River flooded along the greenbelt last spring. With the river approaching its banks, will it happen again this year?
3 min read - USIdaho Statesman
West Ada considers a policy to bar cellphone use in the classroom. Will Boise follow?
“Cellphones can be great, but they are also probably the biggest distraction there is,” a West Ada trustee said.
7 min read - USThe Independent
Real estate transfers: Jackson Township properties sell for more than $400,000
Three residential properties in Jackson Township sold for more than $400,000, according to the latest real estate transfers.
4 min read - USKokomo Tribune, Ind.
Vent, Dahl compete in Superior Court 2 primary
May 4—The county's only local contested primary will likely decide who will serve on the bench of Howard County Superior Court 2. Rebecca Vent and Blake Dahl are both vying for the Republican nomination in this year's primary election. No Democrat has filed to run in the race. Early voting is currently underway. Election Day is from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday. Both are not new to politics. In ...
4 min read - USKokomo Tribune, Ind.
Kokomo man arrested in connection with fatal 2023 crash
May 4—PERU — Police say a Kokomo man involved in an October 2023 crash that killed an 84-year-old Bunker Hill woman had drugs in his system at the time the incident occurred. Travis Witt, 51, is now facing charges of causing death when operating a motor vehicle with a scheduled I or II substance, a level 4 felony, and reckless driving, a level 5 felony, per arrest records, and he's being held ...
2 min read - PoliticsKokomo Tribune, Ind.
Young voters say they don't feel represented, concerned about wages, costs
May 4—When it was time to get their own place, Maxx Amos and his girlfriend saw rent prices and went a different route. They bought a camper. Amos, a 21-year-old Sharpsville resident and EMT at Ascension St. Vincent, is making payments on it instead of renting. It'll be paid off sooner than a home, payments are cheaper and will give the couple some equity. It's also mobile. The price of, well ...
6 min read - OpinionThe Columbus Dispatch
Chopping at the bit to plant your flowers and vegetables. Why you might want to hold off.
Opinion: Gardeners who plant warm season vegetables and flowers outdoors need to evaluate three factors in order to determine the best time.
4 min read - USDelaware Online | The News Journal
When do cicadas emerge? And, more importantly, are there cicadas in Delaware?
This spring will be the first time since 1803 that the 13-year brood Brood XIX and the 17-year Brood XIII will co-emerge. Will they be in Delaware?
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Man arrested for attacking hospital security guard, nurse Habersham County deputies say
A Habersham County man was charged with assaulting a hospital security guard and obstructing medical staff at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham on Tuesday, deputies say.
1 min read - USDelaware Online | The News Journal
The history of Memorial Day and when the holiday is observed in 2024
It's not too early to start thinking about Memorial Day. Here's when the holiday is observed this year and why we celebrate it.
3 min read - LifestyleThe Ledger
Got room for two? Meet Frankie, a beautiful tortie with a shy, inseparable sister, Tiny
This week's featured SPCA pets include Frankie and her shy sister Tiny, the mysterious Lindy, the adorable puppy Pam and gentle and loving Dolly.
3 min read - USHerald Times Reporter
NAMI Manitowoc County’s ‘Little Black Dress Party’ a chance to dress up to make a difference for mental health: Your news in brief
The May 22 event is a fundraiser for NAMI Manitowoc County. RSVP is due by May 15 to attend.
4 min read - BusinessThe Star
Gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Lower Atlantic region last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessThe Ledger
Florida gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Florida last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessBucks County Courier Times
Mister Softee goes high tech. Track the ice cream truck in Bucks County
For decades, Mister Softee trucks have cruised the streets of Bucks County, children and adults chasing after. No more with this gizmo.
2 min read - OpinionPalm Beach Daily News
Florida is suing against protections for LGBTQ students. It's another anti-woke gimmick.
Opinion: Attorney General Ashley Moody’s lawsuit is yet another attention-grabbing gimmick: another right wing, anti-woke 'solution' in search of a problem.
3 min read - LifestylePortsmouth Herald
This southern Maine beach town was named one of the best in the U.S. by Thrillist
Come for the views, stay for the seafood.
2 min read - BusinessThe Daily Record
Ohio gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Ohio last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - LifestyleCape Cod Times
Want to see a whale? These are the top 5 recommended whale watch tours in New England
Whale watching season in New England lasts from April to October.
2 min read - OpinionMichigan Advance
Rick Haglund: SOAR incentives fund flying too high, some Dem and GOP lawmakers say
If there’s one thing Michigan lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have mostly agreed on over decades, it’s handing out billions of dollars of tax breaks, cash and other incentives to businesses promising to create jobs. But now there’s growing bipartisan support for reigning in those incentives, which some lawmakers say are not producing […] The post Rick Haglund: SOAR incentives fund flying too high, some Dem and GOP lawmakers say appeared first on Michigan Advance.
5 min read - BusinessThe Enterprise
Massachusetts gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Massachusetts last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USLancaster Eagle-Gazette
Fallen law enforcement officers are remembered at annual memorial ceremony downtown
Fallen law enforcement officers are remembered at annual memorial ceremony downtown.
2 min read - USThe Daily Record
After years of talking and planning, ground breaks for new Wayne County Jail
New Wayne County Jail expected to take nearly three years to build and will cost nearly $60 million.
2 min read - LifestyleThe News-Press
New sandwich shop brings the flavors of Chicago to Fort Myers, giardiniera included
With five sandwiches on the menu, this popular Bonita Spring sub shop with big Chicago flavors opens a second location in Fort Myers
3 min read - USFlorida Today
Wildlife officials move ahead with plan to release conservation land for highway
FWC will give up 60 acres to get an additional 1,500 acres, but environmentalists have concerns about the deal.
4 min read - BusinessPanama City News Herald
Unemployment claims in Florida declined last week
Here's a look at how weekly unemployment claims changed in Florida last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessSavannah Morning News
Unemployment claims in Georgia declined last week
Here's a look at how weekly unemployment claims changed in Georgia last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessThe Augusta Chronicle
Lower Atlantic region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Lower Atlantic region last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessThe Gaston Gazette
Unemployment claims in North Carolina declined last week
Here's a look at how weekly unemployment claims changed in North Carolina last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Google's former CEO lists $24.5 million mansion in most expensive ZIP code in the US
Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt has an extensive real estate portfolio, but his Atherton mansion was his primary home for decades.
5 min read - USAmarillo Globe-News
WT national champions demonstrate their skills for One West steering committee
Both teams offered demonstrations of their hard work to compete nationally as a return on investment for the donors who support the university.
3 min read - LifestyleThe Burlington Free Press
Switchback Brewing is building a bigger and better tap house and beer garden in South End
Swtichback Brewing Co. will transform a historic brick building on its property on Flynn Avenue into a new bigger and better Tap House & Beer Garden.
1 min read - OpinionDaytona Beach News-Journal
Mark Lane: Good luck to Deltona’s new manager — he’ll need it
Deltona has confirmed its new city manager. Will Dale "Doc" Dougherty last?
3 min read - USColumbia Daily Tribune
Columbia school boundaries will change. Here are the options and how to weigh in
Five options for boundary changes at Columbia Public Schools' elementary, middle and high schools are now available online.
2 min read - USThe Palm Beach Post
Palm Beach Town Council approves limits on time extension requests for development projects
Palm Beach plans to limit the number of time extensions that applicants can request for development projects approved by two of its boards.
2 min read - ScienceFlorida Today
Powerful rocket, powerful shot: Photo of the Week, April 28-May 5, 2024
FLORIDA TODAY's latest Photo of the Week shows the beauty in the strength of a Space X Falcon 9 rocket.
1 min read - OpinionUSA TODAY Opinion
Lawmakers are still defending corporal punishment. Even on disabled kids. What?
For a second year in a row, lawmakers are spending time debating the merits of sparing 'the rod' when it comes to disciplining children.
5 min read - OpinionPortsmouth Herald
Clews: Trans girls are girls. Let them play school sports in NH.
Trans girls deserve to be accepted and included in schools and have access to the benefits of sports including teamwork, friendship, and belonging.
1 min read - OpinionPortsmouth Herald
York voters sound off on May 18 election, short-term rental ordinance: Letters
York residents endorse candidates for the upcoming town election and sound off on proposed short-term rental ordinance.
13 min read - USMansfield News Journal
Area students race vehicles they designed at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
NCSC instructor Mike Beebe told the crowd the race was not a speed race but an engineering efficiency race to get the most laps.
3 min read - USPalm Beach Daily News
Man who helped kill West Palm twins and burn their bodies sentenced to life in prison
A jury convicted Darin Byrd in the 2017 murder of Brandon Allen, whose burned body and that of his brother Brian were found off the Beeline Highway.
2 min read - OpinionThe Topeka Capital-Journal
Kansas child welfare summit lacked representation but lifted by foster alumni and parents
The enemies are the norms that hold child welfare failures in place. Those include systemic racism, unconscious biases and adultcentrism.
2 min read - USTelegraph-Forum
Second Harvest Food Bank will distribute Dollar General lawsuit payout to nonprofits
“We know that we're better together,” Flores said.
3 min read - OpinionStar News
Sarah Palin’s legacy is a wacko puppy murderer | Celia Rivenbark
Celia Rivenbark: "The new Annie Oakley would need to be smart enough to read a speech while looking cute in jeans."
3 min read - LifestyleThe Enterprise
Here are 5 local restaurants to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Looking for a place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this weekend? Check out these local restaurants for great margaritas, tacos and homemade guacamole.
3 min read - USLancaster Eagle-Gazette
Hunter’s Run Conservancy District to hold meetings for readjustment of appraisal benefits
The Hunter’s Run Conservancy District will be hold meetings related to a readjustment of appraisal benefits notification sent to property owners
1 min read