Schools & Kids
07/18/2026 · Contra Costa County
Private school funding expands to nearly half of U.S. states
Texas joined a growing number of states offering public money for private education this fall. Nearly half of all American students now live in states with some form of school choice program.
New Allergy Training Mandate Proposed for UK Schools
New legislation, known as Benedict's Law, proposes mandatory allergy training for UK school staff. The initiative follows the 2021 death of Benedict Blythe due to an accidental allergen exposure at school. The law aims to ensure staff can respond to severe allergic reactions.
07/18/2026
Supreme Court asked to block Texas app law requiring age verification
A student advocacy group and tech industry association asked the Supreme Court on Monday to restore a federal judge's order blocking Texas from enforcing a law that requires age verification and parental consent for minors to access apps. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals suspended the lower court's injunction in June.
07/18/2026
Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Decision Reviewed
A University of Virginia law professor offered insights into the U.S. Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision. The discussion centered on the ruling's framework.
07/18/2026