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07/19/2026 · Moore County

Law Professor Discusses Supreme Court's Final Term Decisions

Law professor Kim Wehle offered insights into the U.S. Supreme Court's concluding decisions for its current term. She discussed these rulings with NPR's Michel Martin.

07/19/2026

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Bolton Pleads Guilty to Classified Retention; Texas Orders Bible Curriculum; Russia Claims Drone Interception

Former National Security Adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty Friday to illegally retaining classified information. Texas education officials voted to require Bible selections in public school curricula, and Russia said it intercepted over 600 Ukrainian drones during a major attack.

07/19/2026

Education

Los Angeles schools limit student screen time in expanding national shift

The Los Angeles Unified School District imposed new restrictions on screen time for its 400,000 students, marking the latest move by a major school system to reduce classroom technology. The policy reflects a broader effort by districts nationwide to reconsider how and when students use digital devices.

07/19/2026

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Student Loan Repayment Rules Shift Starting Wednesday

Student loan borrowers will encounter altered repayment requirements and fewer income-driven repayment programs starting Wednesday. The changes also expand the maximum amounts borrowers can take out.

07/19/2026

Education

Federal Student Loan System Undergoes Restructuring Starting July 1

The federal student loan system will shift starting July 1, altering repayment structures and borrowing limits for millions of Americans. Some borrowers face higher monthly payments while others encounter new caps on loan amounts and modified forgiveness pathways.

07/19/2026

Education

Federal Student Loan Borrowers to Receive Interest Rate Discount for Auto-Pay Enrollment

The Trump administration is offering a 1 percentage point interest rate discount to federal student loan borrowers who enroll in automatic payments. The incentive takes effect July 1 as federal student loan debt reaches $2 trillion.

07/19/2026

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