Feds Launch Investigation Into Four Washington State School Districts Over Title IX Sports Policies

OLYMPIA, WA – The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has opened investigations into four Washington school districts over alleged violations of Title IX related to student participation in sports. According to the Department of
Bill Would Require Washington State Schools to Teach Asian, Latino and Black American History

OLYMPIA, WA – A bill aimed at ensuring Washington students receive instruction on Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, Latino American, and Black American history was heard Wednesday in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee.
Federal Immigration Agent Shoots Man After Scuffle in North Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – A federal immigration agent shot a man Wednesday evening after a scuffle in north Minneapolis, drawing a crowd of protesters blowing whistles and engaging in minor skirmishes with law enforcement who deployed chemical irritants.
Idaho Women’s March Planned for Saturday in Boise

BOISE, ID – The annual Idaho Women’s March is scheduled to be held Jan. 17 on the state Capitol steps in Boise. Women of Idaho with the SW Idaho Chapter of the National Organization of Women are
Uptick in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Reported in Idaho County Schools

GRANGEVILLE, ID – Mountain View School District 244 is reporting an increase in cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease among students and is asking parents and guardians to help limit the spread by keeping sick children
State Department Halts Visa Processing for 75 Countries Starting Next Week

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday that it will temporarily stop processing immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten standards for who
Denmark says ‘fundamental disagreement’ over Greenland remains after meeting with Vance, Rubio

Denmark and Greenland remain firmly opposed to President Trump’s push to bring Greenland under U.S. control, despite what Danish officials described as direct but respectful talks with senior members of the Trump administration at the White House.
Starting pitcher Ranger Suárez agrees to 5-year, $130 million deal with Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have signed left-handed starting pitcher Ranger Suárez to a five-year, $130 million contract. According to ESPN, the deal is fully guaranteed with no deferrals, opt-outs, or no-trade protection. Suárez, 30, arrives in Boston
WR Adam Thielen announces retirement from NFL after 13 seasons

Veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen officially announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday, bringing an end to his 12-season career in the NFL that began as an undrafted college receiver to a two-time Pro Bowler and
Jason Aldean previews upcoming ‘Songs About Us’ LP with three new tracks

Jason Aldean is previewing his new studio album, Songs About Us, with the release of three new tracks — “Her Favorite Color,” “Easier Gone,” & “What’s A Little Heartache”. ‘Easier Gone‘ is a duet with Jason’s wife