Just a few years ago, America’s public schools were rushing to get every child a laptop. Los Angeles middle school teacher Anna Soffer remembers it well: “The idea was that technology is the future, ...

Why are we asking for donations? Why are we asking for donations? This site is free thanks to our community of supporters. Voluntary donations from readers like you keep our news accessible for ...

The Kansas City skyline is seen from Heart of America Bridge on Friday, March 27, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com Kansas City gained nearly 5,000 people for the second year in a row, new data ...

Some Trump supporters say 2020's vote total, much higher than 2016 and 2024, suggests votes were manufactured when Biden won. Harris supporters question her lower numbers. A poll worker holds a roll ...

The COVID-19 pandemic sent shock waves through the world economy and triggered the largest global economic crisis in more than a century. The crisis led to a dramatic increase in inequality within and ...

Detroit's population grew for the third year in a row, while townships in northern Oakland County and Macomb County added residents as well. Find out whether your hometown has gained or lost ...