Mega Millions ticket price going up
Big changes are coming to the popular Mega Millions lottery game, including the cost of a ticket more than doubling.
Homeschooling rates surge across US following COVID-19 pandemic, report finds
According to the report, 90% of the states reported increases in homeschooling for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Cal student wins $100K in field goal kick during ESPN Game Day
Instead of white Vans, Daniel Villasenor was wearing gray ones when he made the 33-yard field goal kick that won him $100,000 Saturday afternoon during ESPN College GameDay.
1st College Game Day pregame at UC Berkeley draws crowd of thousands
Cal’s first home ACC matchup is Saturday night when they take on the #8, Miami Hurricanes.
Lawyer: Santa Clara County school superintendent was terminated unlawfully
Just days after the Santa Clara County Board of Education fired their superintendent of schools, there was a new development. Lawyers for Mary Ann Dewan now say her termination was unlawful. In fact, they're questioning everything from the way it was handled, to the board's authority to do it at all.
Supporters of ousted superintendent demand answers about firing
Supporters of former Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools Mary Ann Dewan gathered Thursday, demanding answers after her sudden firing.
Santa Clara County school superintendent abruptly fired
The Santa Clara County Board of Education (SCCOE) on Wednesday abruptly voted to terminate Superintendent of Schools Mary Ann Dewan, without cause.
Revelation of San Jose State trans volleyball player sparks forfeits from opponents
San Jose State University officials said via an emailed statement, that the school is in-line with Mountain West and NCAA rules relating to the participation of a reportedly trans athlete on the school's women's volleyball team. So far, three schools have declined to compete against SJSU, instead having the matches either listed as cancelations or forfeitures.
Berkeley High grads reach $13.5 million settlement in teacher sex abuse case
The Berkeley Unified School District and nine Berkeley High School graduates finalized a $13.5 million settlement on Wednesday, in a civil lawsuit involving sexual harassment and assault complaints against a chemistry teacher and coach.
Supervisors looking into San Francisco Unified hiring mishap
San Francisco Unified Supt. Matt Wayne said budgeting processes broke down, and the district failed to reconcile $20 million in new funds in its budget for special education.
Bay Area college students weigh in on new law that bans legacy admissions
Gov. Newsom signed AB 1780 which would ban legacy admissions at private universities across the state.
These college majors rank most valuable due to higher salaries, lower unemployment rates
A new study analyzed 152 bachelor’s degrees to determine which college majors offer a greater return on investment.
Temporary student loan benefits ending this week – what borrowers should know
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
SJSU's women's volleyball opponent forfeits match
The Boise State women’s volleyball team announced Friday that it will forfeit Saturday’s match against San Jose State.
Student stabbed at South San Francisco High School, another student arrested
A 16-year-old student was stabbed at South San Francisco High School Friday afternoon, resulting in the arrest of a 14-year-old student, police said.
Transgender teacher's discussion with students angers some parents in South Bay
The union says the teacher has not veered away from approved curriculum and is simply being inclusive but some parents disagree.
U.S. News college rankings are out, here's how California colleges fared
U.S. News & World Report has released its closely followed annual college rankings, with California universities again topping the list.
Gov. Newsom signs law to restrict cell phones at California schools
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Monday requiring school districts to establish policies that restrict cell phone use on campus by 2026.
SFUSD: Supt. faces criticism over budget, pending school closures
SFUSD held an emergency meeting Sunday, focused on embattled superintendent Matt Wayne. Parents and teachers aired concerns regarding impending school closures and budget problems.
San Francisco mayor swoops in to help troubled schools
The San Francisco Unified School District is facing a budget deficit and is under pressure from the state to make serious cuts, which include closing several schools next year.