When North Carolina families send their children to a public university, they're investing in a system built on the promise that tax-supported institutions serve everyone equitably — that access, not accident of enrollment, determines opportunity.
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The Class of 2027 revives UVA's yearbook as "The Colonnade," seeking tangible memories amidst digital age, with a nod to UVA's architectural legacy.
The new highway honors late musician Jimmy Capps, who was born in Johnston County, celebrating his legacy and impact on country music history.
Under Lombardo's leadership, Nevadans face rising costs in gas, groceries, and housing. His vetoes on relief bills exacerbate the financial strain.
Rural schools across Pennsylvania are losing teachers at an alarming rate — and the consequences stretch well beyond the classroom. A new research report from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford pinpoints the causes and lays out concrete steps that school districts and state lawmakers can take to turn things around.
Join Ms. Chen for storytime with crafts, songs, and dances at Franklin Square's Pavilion on 10/21 at 10 AM, wrapping up the seasonal series.
CMU launches online certificates in AI, robotics, software engineering, and product management for professionals, enhancing skills in emerging tech fields.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0AQNpQjYVY[/embed]
Border crossings along the Arizona-Mexico line have dropped sharply in recent years — but people are still dying in the Sonoran Desert at a rate that hasn't fallen nearly as fast. The disconnect between fewer migrants attempting the journey and a persistently high death toll is raising serious questions about where people are crossing, and why so many don't survive.
Staying informed about elections and civic resources matters for every American voter — and a handful of stories from across the country are drawing attention to just how active and complex election administration has become heading into 2026.
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Scharf, a UVA alum, earned the nickname “Chopper” from Bill Murray while filming a golf documentary in Ireland, debuting Sunday on Paramount Plus.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-oCpAnX_ic[/embed]