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Hochul names special prosecutor in Cornell rape case
EducationAttorney General Letitia James will review the handling of an alleged 2024 sexual assault involving a Cornell University student.
The Ballot New York News DeskOct 4, 2026
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News · IN
Indiana governor announces anonymous school safety tip line
EducationThe reporting channel is designed to let people submit school safety concerns without attaching their names.
The Ballot Indiana News DeskOct 3, 2026
News · TN
Tennessee students can choose where to vote
Elections and votingTennessee’s flexible residency law lets college students choose whether to vote in the state or at home.
The Ballot Tennessee DeskSep 30, 2026
News · OK
Judge blocks religion-only denial of Jewish charter school
EducationA preliminary injunction bars Oklahoma’s statewide board from rejecting Ben Gamla’s application solely over faith-based instruction.
The Ballot Oklahoma DeskSep 30, 2026
News · DE
Delaware lawmakers split as college sports bill clears Senate
EducationThe Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate while Delaware’s lawmakers took different positions on the measure.
The Ballot Delaware News DeskSep 30, 2026
News · LA
Kennedy raises concerns as college sports bill clears Senate
Foreign policyThe Protect College Sports Act passed the U.S. Senate 77-22 as Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy expressed concerns about the measure.
The Ballot Louisiana DeskSep 30, 2026
News · MO
SEMO board approves $10 million campus renewal plan
EducationThe program covers six facility and infrastructure projects, including roof, elevator, heating and cooling, laboratory and stadium work.
The Ballot Missouri DeskSep 30, 2026
News · NC
CMS controversy fuels call for North Carolina records law
Elections and votingAn opinion tied to the CMS superintendent controversy argues that a proposed state records law would strengthen public oversight.
The Ballot North Carolina Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
News · CT
Connecticut student released as senator seeks ICE inquiry
Foreign policyA Connecticut student is out of ICE detention, while a senator is calling for an investigation into the detention.
The Ballot Connecticut News DeskSep 29, 2026
News · TN
Trump to attend Tennessee-Texas game as tariff cuts loom
Economy and jobsTrump’s Knoxville trip comes as the Senate faces a deadline on college sports legislation and the U.S. and China prepare tariff cuts.
The Ballot Tennessee Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
News · IN
Indiana AG sues over race quota on sports group's board
EducationIndiana’s attorney general is challenging a race-based board quota used by a high school sports association.
The Ballot Indiana Policy DeskSep 26, 2026
News · TX
Abbott proposes screen time limits in Texas schools
EducationGov. Greg Abbott has proposed limiting screen time in Texas schools, placing classroom technology use on the state education agenda.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 25, 2026
News · OK
Judge says Oklahoma cannot exclude Jewish charter school
EducationThe federal ruling allows Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School to continue seeking approval, though appeals could delay the case.
The Ballot Oklahoma DeskSep 25, 2026
News · KS
KBI releases identity of man found dead at Kansas school
EducationThe state investigative agency identified the man found dead Tuesday at a school in southeast Kansas.
The Ballot Kansas News DeskSep 24, 2026
News · OR
Oregon lawmaker proposes AI rules for schools
EducationAn Oregon member of Congress is proposing federal rules addressing artificial intelligence in schools.
The Ballot Oregon Policy DeskSep 24, 2026
News · OH
Ohio prepares Dayton bid for proposed U.S. Space Academy
EducationThe state’s plan would connect Wright State and Wright-Patterson, with Ohio funding facilities and the federal government overseeing operations.
The Ballot Ohio Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
News · IL
WIU opens new Emergency Operations Center in Macomb
EducationThe Sallee Hall facility will provide hands-on training for students preparing for careers in emergency management and public safety.
The Ballot Illinois DeskSep 22, 2026
News · NM
What New Mexico constitutional amendments 1-3 would change
EducationThe Nov. 3, 2026, ballot measures cover veto explanations, the timing of school elections and appointments of university regents.
The Ballot New Mexico Policy DeskSep 20, 2026
News · UT
Utah law could hinder Kirk family wrongful death claim
EducationLegal experts say a Utah law would create a high barrier if Charlie Kirk’s family sues Utah Valley University over alleged security lapses.
The Ballot Utah Policy DeskSep 20, 2026
News · NC
Elon poll finds support for all three N.C. amendments
EducationLikely voters favored each of the three constitutional amendments in an Elon University Poll released Thursday.
The Ballot North Carolina DeskSep 20, 2026
News · KY
Coleman files brief in Kentucky in-state tuition case
EducationColeman has submitted written legal arguments in a Kentucky court case involving in-state tuition.
The Ballot Kentucky Policy DeskSep 19, 2026
News · TX
Texas Advances Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Initiative
EducationTexas is moving forward with an initiative intended to shorten bachelor’s degree programs and reduce college costs.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 18, 2026
News · ID
University of Idaho President Green plans June 2027 exit
EducationScott Green will retire after eight years leading the university through financial strain, the pandemic and institutional change.
The Ballot Idaho DeskSep 18, 2026
News · OH
Ohio expands school access to allergy emergency treatments
EducationHouse Bill 462 lets Ohio students, schools and camps use FDA-approved epinephrine devices beyond auto-injectors.
The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 17, 2026
News · NY
New York plan ends Regents passing requirement for diplomas
EducationThe Board of Regents approved a plan to overhaul graduation requirements so students will not have to pass Regents Exams for a diploma.
The Ballot New York News DeskSep 16, 2026
News · OH
Ohio senator seeks limits on international college athletes
Foreign policyThe proposal would restrict international student-athletes’ participation in college sports, but it would not change current rules unless enacted.
The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 15, 2026