Canvas system back online after cyberattack disrupted thousands of schools

Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.

Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data

As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.

New cell phone rules for Seattle Public Schools
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Starting Monday, students at Seattle Public Schools will have to put away the cell phones as new rules go into place. 

Foss High School resumes classes after stabbing incident in Tacoma, WA

Students at Foss High School in Tacoma will return to class Monday for the first time since multiple people were stabbed on campus last week. 

National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.

2026 commencement speeches: See which celebrities are taking the stage

A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.

'I'm shocked': Foss High School students react to stabbing in Tacoma, WA

Six people were injured in a stabbing incident at Foss High School in Tacoma on Thursday afternoon, as students at the scene described what they saw and heard.

McMahon faces tough questions from senators over education cuts and civil rights

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testified on Capitol Hill earlier this week to address a proposed budget that slashes student aid and civil rights funding as the Trump administration continues its efforts to reshape the federal education system.

Seattle high schools to implement 'bell to bell' cellphone ban next week

Seattle Public Schools is implementing a new cellphone policy, with "Off And Away for the Day" rules for grades K-8 and a "No Cell Bell to Bell" procedure for high schoolers.

Crowds, chants and an arrest at Turning Point USA event on UW campus

A Turning Point USA event at the University of Washington drew large crowds of both supporters and counterprotesters on Wednesday.

Idaho murders: New book on Kohberger reveals previously unseen evidence

A new book reveals what Bryan Kohberger's trial defense would have looked like had he not changed his plea in the Idaho student murders weeks ahead of trial and reveals the defense could have argued for the most critical evidence in the case — a Ka-Bar knife sheath — to be tossed.

College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt

As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.

American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal

A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.

Newly appointed principal at Seattle's Adams Elementary under fire

A Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again. This time, after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard elementary school.

Adams Elementary parents rally against new principal
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An embroiled Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard Elementary School.