The U. S. House of Representatives hurried back to Washington, dealing with major travel disruptions caused by the ongoing government shutdown. With countless flights grounded, some representatives chose alternative travel methods. One Republican representative from Wisconsin decided to drive 16 hou
In Wisconsin, schools are figuring out how to use AI in the classroom. Some districts are all in, while others are more cautious. The goal is to help students use AI in a good way, not to cheat. Most students use AI to get help with their schoolwork. A recent study found that 92% of students use AI
The recent government shutdown caused a lot of trouble for many people. It's not just about who struggled during the shutdown, but also who might face problems later on. Federal workers were hit hard. They didn't receive their paychecks and had to dip into their savings or find extra jobs to surviv
KDE Plasma 6. 6 is set to revolutionize the way users interact with multiple monitors. This upcoming release, expected in early 2026, introduces a highly anticipated feature: independent workspaces for each monitor. This means users can now dedicate each screen to different tasks or applications, en
People are talking about the big power lines and the harm they cause to nature. Irene Gilbert's story shows us that even "clean" energy isn't as clean as we think. We need to use less energy, not just find new ways to make it. The idea of a "clean" energy future sounds good, but what does it really
In a series of thefts that spanned several months, a man from Baltimore is accused of stealing lawn equipment worth nearly $50, 000 from well-known home improvement stores. The suspect, aged 38, faces serious charges, including felony theft, in Baltimore County Circuit Court. His brother was also ar
In Newberry County, Sheriff Lee Foster made a call that sparked debate. He chose to set off tornado sirens on a stormy Saturday night, even though the National Weather Service hadn't issued a tornado warning. This decision came after heavy rain and hail hit the area around 6 p. m. Judy Wicker was c
A recent proposal by a prominent political figure involves using tariff money to send out annual checks to people. The idea is to give everyone $2, 000 each year, but not to those with high incomes. This plan is similar to the stimulus checks given during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts are
The Washington Commanders are shaking things up on defense. After a rough season so far, head coach Dan Quinn is stepping in to call the defensive plays. He made the announcement on Monday, saying he will take over from Joe Whitt Jr. , who will stay on as part of the defensive staff. Quinn didn't b
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor, is making some big changes. He's speeding up plans to give away most of his $150 billion fortune to his kids' charities. Buffett is 95 now, and he thinks his children are ready. They're in their 60s and have plenty of experience. Buffett is also stepping down
