DOJ: Duke Law illegally used race in consideration for admission
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
Student loan defaults reach record highs: See where your state stands
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
'Encanto Arts' on making art education accessible
Studio 13 Live hosts José Iñiguez, the executive director of Encanto Arts to discuss the importance of making art education accessible.
Studio 13 Live hosts José Iñiguez, the executive director of Encanto Arts to discuss the importance of making art education accessible.
Poll reveals changes about Americans' attitudes towards cellphones in schools
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls to close South Africa campus in 2027
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.
Seattle leaders clash over funding plan for universal school meals
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle City Council are at odds on how to fund free school meals for all public school students.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle City Council are at odds on how to fund free school meals for all public school students.
Back to school means less screen time for kids
Summer break means more screen time for some families, but for some kids, it'll be "no phones allowed" as they step back into the classroom soon.
Summer break means more screen time for some families, but for some kids, it'll be "no phones allowed" as they step back into the classroom soon.
'Seattle News Weekly': Wildfires across the state, Jimothy across the nation
On this week's episode of the Seattle News Weekly podcast, Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the top headlines of the week.
On this week's episode of the Seattle News Weekly podcast, Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the top headlines of the week.
The best and worst school systems ranked state by state
A new report evaluates how well school systems across the nation support their students, highlighting the significant role parents play in choosing the right school for academic success.
A new report evaluates how well school systems across the nation support their students, highlighting the significant role parents play in choosing the right school for academic success.
Seattle Public Schools confirms teacher, union president harmed students
A Seattle Public Schools investigation concluded it was "more likely than not" that special education teacher Ibijoke Idowu physically harmed multiple students.
A Seattle Public Schools investigation concluded it was "more likely than not" that special education teacher Ibijoke Idowu physically harmed multiple students.
Summer Reading Challenge prize website open for students to choose prize after submitting reading log
Second Lady Usha Vance announced Wednesday that students who took part in the Summer Reading Challenge can now head online and choose a reward after submitting their reading log and reflection.
Second Lady Usha Vance announced Wednesday that students who took part in the Summer Reading Challenge can now head online and choose a reward after submitting their reading log and reflection.
Washington education ranking dips again in national report
While Washington improved its standing in overall child well-being, its public education system continues to slide in national rankings, according to a newly released report.
While Washington improved its standing in overall child well-being, its public education system continues to slide in national rankings, according to a newly released report.
UW astronomers map night sky for 10 years
Astronomers at the University of Washington are leading a 10-year time lapse of the night sky to track potentially dangerous asteroids and investigate the mysteries of dark energy.
Astronomers at the University of Washington are leading a 10-year time lapse of the night sky to track potentially dangerous asteroids and investigate the mysteries of dark energy.
UW hosting US soccer players ahead FIFA World Cup match against Belgium
"Specifically, Seattle has been unbelievable in hosting us." We talk to USMNT players at the University of Washington as Team USA prepares to face Belgium at Seattle's final World Cup match.
"Specifically, Seattle has been unbelievable in hosting us." We talk to USMNT players at the University of Washington as Team USA prepares to face Belgium at Seattle's final World Cup match.
Seattle police investigate shooting near UW campus
Police are investigating a shooting that left at least one person injured near the University of Washington campus early Thursday morning.
Police are investigating a shooting that left at least one person injured near the University of Washington campus early Thursday morning.
Court blocks Trump administration’s student loan forgiveness overhaul
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Student loan overhaul takes effect: What borrowers and parents need to know about new limits, repayment plans
A massive overhaul of the federal student loan system goes into effect Wednesday, impacting roughly 43 million Americans who collectively owe $1.7 trillion.
A massive overhaul of the federal student loan system goes into effect Wednesday, impacting roughly 43 million Americans who collectively owe $1.7 trillion.
UW student murder suspect to undergo another competency exam
The man accused of fatally stabbing a University of Washington student will undergo another competency evaluation.
The man accused of fatally stabbing a University of Washington student will undergo another competency evaluation.
New ranking reveals America’s most and least educated cities
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.
Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.