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Education

Families turn to states for civil rights support as Trump dismantles the Education Department

Families turn to states for civil rights support as Trump dismantles the Education Department

  • COLLIN BINKLEY Associated Press

As the Trump administration dismantles the Education Department, the agency is pulling back on its role in policing discrimination in America's schools.

US Supreme Court Blocks California Transgender Student Privacy Protections

US Supreme Court Blocks California Transgender Student Privacy Protections

  • Cover Media - Shareable

The US Supreme Court has halted California laws that limit schools from sharing a student's transgender identity with parents without the child's consent. In a 6-3 decision, the court sided with Christian parents who argued the measures violated their constitutional religious and parental rights.

Professors in Epstein files say they hoped friendship would lead to research funding

Professors in Epstein files say they hoped friendship would lead to research funding

  • COLLIN BINKLEY Associated Press

Asked about relationships that often endured for years, many have offered a similar response: Epstein had money to give, and they needed it.

Kindergarten readiness varies widely by income, new data shows. Cities stepping in to help

Kindergarten readiness varies widely by income, new data shows. Cities stepping in to help

  • MAKIYA SEMINERA Associated Press

Immense disparities exist in whether parents across the country report their child as ready for kindergarten, new data from the National Survey for Children's Health shows.

How to navigate the Epstein files

How to navigate the Epstein files

  • CBC English

The U.S. Justice Department has released millions of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but how do you navigate that much material? Ashley Fraser breaks down how CBC’s investigative team is wading through the documents and searching the database.

2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests

2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests

  • LAURA UNGAR AP Medical Writer

A new study suggests that babies can distinguish between objects at 2 months old, earlier than scientists previously thought.

Ultra-Processed Foods May Heighten Cognitive Decline

Ultra-Processed Foods May Heighten Cognitive Decline

  • ZMG - Veuer

Some things are out of our control, like cognitive decline, but we can slow it down if we make the right choices. Veuer’s Maria Mercedes Galuppo has the story.

How to talk to kids about immigration, ICE and recent killings

How to talk to kids about immigration, ICE and recent killings

    If you avoid the subject, kids can fill the gap with misinformation and worst-case scenarios they’ve conjured.

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment

      She's one of the high-profile faces of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement campaign.

      Despite calls, Minneapolis sees little change on the streets

      Despite calls, Minneapolis sees little change on the streets

        MINNEAPOLIS — Though President Donald Trump spoke to officials in Minnesota after federal immigration agents shot and killed a second person in Minneapolis, there was little evidence Wednesday of significant changes after weeks of harsh rhetoric and clashes with protesters.

        Official: Officers involved in Alex Pretti shooting placed on administrative leave

        Official: Officers involved in Alex Pretti shooting placed on administrative leave

          A senior Department of Homeland Security official confirmed to CNN that officers involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota on Saturday have been placed on administrative leave. It is standard protocol for agents involved in shootings to be placed on administrative leave whil…

          U.S. sending ICE agents to Winter Olympics, stirring anger in Italy

          U.S. sending ICE agents to Winter Olympics, stirring anger in Italy

            U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel will help protect U.S. delegations at the Winter Olympics in Italy, a U.S. embassy source says, confirming local media reports and prompting anger among some Italian politicians.

            Trump's use of AI images pushes new boundaries, further eroding public trust, experts say

            Trump's use of AI images pushes new boundaries, further eroding public trust, experts say

              An edited image of civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong is raising new alarms about how the administration is blurring the lines between what is real and what is fake.

              2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Pretti, DHS tells Congress

              2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Pretti, DHS tells Congress

                Two federal officers fired shots during the encounter that killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, a Customs and Border Protection official told Congress in a notice sent Tuesday.

                Local News

                Nishnabotna river group sues co-op over state’s ‘sweetheart deal’ for fish kill

                Nishnabotna river group sues co-op over state’s ‘sweetheart deal’ for fish kill

                A community-led water organization filed a lawsuit against NEW Cooperative Inc. for a 2024 fertilizer spill into the East Nishnabotna River that killed more than 750,000 fish. 

                Take a look at who is running for state and federal offices in the June 2 primary

                Take a look at who is running for state and federal offices in the June 2 primary

                The ballots for the state and federal races in the June 2 primary came into focus Monday with the release of the official list of who qualified after Friday's deadline.

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for March 18

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for March 18

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Steve Baier running to replace Sen. Tom Shipley in Iowa Senate District 9

                Steve Baier running to replace Sen. Tom Shipley in Iowa Senate District 9

                Steve Baier recently announced he's running to replace retiring state Sen. Tom Shipley.

                State & Regional

                Morningside University names alumnus Chad W. Benson its 14th president

                Morningside University names alumnus Chad W. Benson its 14th president

                Morningside University made it official Wednesday by naming alum Chad W. Benson its 14th president.

                War in Middle East causes further stress on US farmers

                War in Middle East causes further stress on US farmers

                Corn farmers are bracing for even higher fertilizer prices as conflict in the Middle East impacts the globally traded commodity, according to leaders with the National Corn Growers Association.

                Former principal sues Des Moines schools, alleging discrimination

                Former principal sues Des Moines schools, alleging discrimination

                A former Des Moines Public Schools principal is suing the district, alleging racial discrimination and retaliation.

                Iowa House asserts lawmaker power over universities through legislation

                Iowa House asserts lawmaker power over universities through legislation

                Adding to a barrage of bills introduced this session aimed at reshaping higher education, the House passed several measures to give lawmakers more power and control over the campuses.

                Nation & World

                ICE soon will help with airport security unless Democrats end shutdown, Trump says

                ICE soon will help with airport security unless Democrats end shutdown, Trump says

                The Senate rejected Democrats' motion to take up legislation to reopen TSA and pay workers who are now going without paychecks.

                Senate blocks amendment on transgender athletes during weekend session on voting bill

                Senate blocks amendment on transgender athletes during weekend session on voting bill

                Trump also wants Congress to block sex reassignment surgeries on some minors as part of the debate on the voting bill.

                Former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who investigated Russia-Trump campaign ties, dies

                Former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who investigated Russia-Trump campaign ties, dies

                He transformed the nation's premier law enforcement agency into a terrorism-fighting force after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.

                Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

                Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

                🎧 Get a recap of recent financial, health and general interest stories through this special edition of our Hot off the Wire daily news podcast.

                Shopping

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

                Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Crime

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                Politics

                Iowa House asserts lawmaker power over universities through legislation

                Iowa House asserts lawmaker power over universities through legislation

                Adding to a barrage of bills introduced this session aimed at reshaping higher education, the House passed several measures to give lawmakers more power and control over the campuses.

                Josh Turek bags batch of endorsements in Iowa US Senate primary race

                Josh Turek bags batch of endorsements in Iowa US Senate primary race

                A state senator and two former Iowa congressional candidates are among new endorsements. 

                Joe Mitchell makes National Republican Congressional Committee's ‘MAGA Majority’ list

                Joe Mitchell makes National Republican Congressional Committee's ‘MAGA Majority’ list

                The National Republican Congressional Committee on Tuesday announced that Joe Mitchell has been selected as one of nine candidates in its initial “MAGA Majority” slate for the 2026 election cycle.

                Randy Feenstra announces endorsement from former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad

                Randy Feenstra announces endorsement from former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad

                U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra's campaign for Iowa governor just picked up what's possibly its biggest endorsement yet: former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad.

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