The state’s lawmakers are sprinting toward the end of their session, with less than two weeks left to pass a budget and other urgent measures before the constitutional deadline on May 20. Both chambers say a special session could focus on the Alaska LNG pipeline after the regular period ends, but ma
Lawmakers in South Carolina aren’t just making headlines—they’re playing a risky game with the state’s money. A group of Republican politicians recently pushed to cut all funding for South Carolina State University, a historically Black college, after the school withdrew an invitation for Lt. Gov. P
Colorado plans to give K-12 schools nearly $195 million more next year, but that might not go as far as it seems. Lawmakers agreed to boost per-student funding by $440, bringing the total to over $12, 000 per child. Still, many rural schools worry the increase won’t cover rising costs or plug budget
The state Senate approved a new budget that will bring more money to schools, towns and health care. After weeks of public talks the lawmakers voted 30‑6, with all opposition from Republicans. The plan adds $180 million for education and $100 million to help struggling towns, hoping to keep lo
Alaska’s school funding has dropped behind other states in a big way. While most states increased education spending by 26% from 2017 to 2022, Alaska only managed a 13% increase — barely enough to cover rising costs. Even when adjusted for Alaska’s high living expenses, the state still spends 15% le
Becoming a teacher in Pennsylvania now comes with a financial boost for some. A new program gives student teachers $10, 000 if they promise to work in state schools for three years after graduation. The catch? Not everyone gets the money. Over half the applicants were turned down last year due to li
In Massachusetts, about 1, 300 spots for young children in Head Start programs have vanished over the past three years because federal money has stopped growing while program costs keep climbing. Nationwide, enrollment fell from roughly 1. 1 million kids in 2013 to around 785, 000 in 2022. The stat
The North Little Rock School Board recently made a big decision about third-grade reading. They agreed to spend nearly $200, 000 on tutoring from a Mississippi company called Kids First Education LLC. The goal is to help struggling readers avoid being held back a grade. This move comes after state t
The final budget plan from Washington’s mayor suggests big changes ahead. At $21. 2 billion, it’s a massive spending document that will face tough debates in local and federal government. With Republicans in Congress showing more interest in city matters, this budget could become a flashpoint. The m
Alaska’s schools serve over 45, 000 students daily, yet many buildings date back to the 1950s and 60s. These aging facilities face problems like leaky roofs, outdated electrical systems, and limited accessibility. Proposition 1 puts this reality on the ballot, asking voters to approve upgrades that
