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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Turning Point USA event at the University of Washington drew large crowds of both supporters and counterprotesters on Wednesday.
Drummer arrested during Turning Point USA event on UW campus
University of Washington police arrested a counter protestor who was drumming at a Turning Point USA event on campus.
University of Washington police arrested a counter protestor who was drumming at a Turning Point USA event on campus.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
An embroiled Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard Elementary School.
An embroiled Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard Elementary School.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
UW study finds gaps in doctor training on cannabis
New research from the University of Washington shows many doctors lack training on how cannabis affects patients. The study highlights growing concerns as providers report more cannabis-related health issues.
New research from the University of Washington shows many doctors lack training on how cannabis affects patients. The study highlights growing concerns as providers report more cannabis-related health issues.
Puyallup, WA school closed for the year after fire
Monday is the first day of different campuses and remote learning for some Puyallup students after their school caught fire earlier this month.
Monday is the first day of different campuses and remote learning for some Puyallup students after their school caught fire earlier this month.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
Fire forces extended closure at Puyallup, WA school
A Puyallup school remains closed this week after a fire earlier this month.
A Puyallup school remains closed this week after a fire earlier this month.
Puyallup, WA school remains closed after electrical fire
Ferrucci Junior High School in Puyallup remains closed after an electrical fire earlier this month.
Ferrucci Junior High School in Puyallup remains closed after an electrical fire earlier this month.
Hampshire College, alma mater of Ken Burns and other notable alumni, to close
Hampshire College, a small progressive liberal arts school in western Massachusetts known for notable alumni like filmmaker Ken Burns, announced it will close after the fall semester.
Hampshire College, a small progressive liberal arts school in western Massachusetts known for notable alumni like filmmaker Ken Burns, announced it will close after the fall semester.
Seattle Public Library offering slew of spring break activities for families
With this year's spring breaks rolling out across western Washington school districts, the Seattle Public Library system are providing free community events that are family-friendly.
With this year's spring breaks rolling out across western Washington school districts, the Seattle Public Library system are providing free community events that are family-friendly.