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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 · OK
New charter school announced for downtown Oklahoma City
EducationThe announcement comes as Oklahoma City Public Schools faces lower enrollment, putting attention on how the new school will take shape.
The Ballot Oklahoma DeskOct 3, 2026
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 · AK
Handeland proposes district School Board elections
EducationAnchorage Assemblyman Donald Handeland is proposing that Anchorage School Board members be elected through geographic districts.
The Ballot Alaska Policy DeskOct 1, 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 · 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 · WV
ACLU-WV challenges West Virginia school aid formula
EducationThe lawsuit brings West Virginia’s method for calculating school aid before the courts but does not itself change the formula.
The Ballot West Virginia DeskSep 29, 2026
News · US
Trump challenges press corps and approved spending
EducationPresident Trump is fighting with some White House reporters while seeking to claw back approved for health and education.
The Ballot National DeskSep 28, 2026
News · US
Colleges face a duty to support military students
EducationRecord U.S. military recruitment is renewing attention on how colleges serve military members and veterans seeking educational opportunity.
The Ballot National (US) News 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 · HI
School and office closures set for Hawaii, Maui counties
EducationTropical Storm Nolo prompted closures Thursday and Friday on Hawaii Island and Friday across Maui County.
The Ballot Hawaii 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 · TX
Abbott proposes student screen-time limits in Texas schools
EducationGov. Greg Abbott is calling for limits on student screen time in Texas schools, raising questions about scope, exceptions and implementation.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 24, 2026
News · TX
Houston initially declines payment over car caught in gunfire
EducationA University of Houston student’s car was caught in police gunfire at Highland Village, and Houston initially said it would not pay.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 24, 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 · IN
Indianapolis teachers’ union backs IPS operating referendum
EducationThe union changed its position after IPS committed to consider alternatives to educator layoffs and review other cost-saving options.
The Ballot Indiana News 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 · NV
CCSD seeks Nevada funding change to limit midyear cuts
EducationThe district wants Nevada to use earlier enrollment figures so schools can avoid sudden funding reductions after classes begin.
The Ballot Nevada 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 · MN
Roper challenges MPS messaging on school closures
EducationRoper argues that Minneapolis Public Schools is not explaining school closures in language that can persuade city residents.
The Ballot Minnesota DeskSep 19, 2026
News · CA
Educators union sues California over school funding
EducationThe union alleges California failed to provide billions of dollars required for public schools, placing the dispute before a court.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 18, 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