Pentagon threatens funding for 30 universities over ties to China
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
Colleges defend ‘content creator’ degree programs
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Jason Arday found dead after resigning amid plagiarism claims
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Harvard wins dismissal of Trump administration lawsuit over alleged harassment of Jewish students
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
Florida State University hit with federal civil rights investigation over race, sex-based scholarship programs
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
Seattle coffee company in legal battle with Nestle
A local coffee company says it is in a legal battle for its existence against Nestle.
A local coffee company says it is in a legal battle for its existence against Nestle.
These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Gates Foundation awards $540M to University of Washington health institute
The University of Washington received a $540.2 million, 10-year grant from the Gates Foundation to expand global health research and data collection.
The University of Washington received a $540.2 million, 10-year grant from the Gates Foundation to expand global health research and data collection.
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.