North Carolina State

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

If you learned it at school, it’s natural to assume it’s true. But if you ask historians, you might be surprised to learn the stuff your teacher stated as facts in history lessons is often riddled with inaccuracies. Things we assume are real, like Columbus discovering America or...

19 History Facts Taught in School That Are Actually Wrong

Editor's note: This article was originally published on April 27, 2021. It has since been updated. Sarah Rector was born in 1902 near the all-black town of Taft. Her parents, mother Rose McQueen, and father, Joseph Rector, were descendants of Africans enslaved by the Muscogee Creek Nation Creek Indians before the Civil War. Rector's parents and their descendants were listed as "freedmen," a term used to refer to formerly enslaved individuals who have since been freed from slavery, usually through the course of law. Therefore, the Rectors were entitled to land allotments as part of the Treaty of 1866 made by the United States with the Five Civilized Tribes. Along with Rector herself, almost 600 Black children (also known as Muscogee Freedmen minors) were granted such allotments. The young Black girl was given 159.14 acres (64 hectares) of land, which made her the richest Black girl in all of America.

Sarah Rector was once the richest Black girl in the USA. And you should know her story.

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Massachusetts State

Marblehead, MA

A Massachusetts mother is suing her son’s former school district and several of its employees for allegedly “brutally and impermissibly” restraining the boy, who was 8 years old at the time, on numerous occasions – including with a “gym mat” – according to a copy of the lawsuit obtained by CNN.

Massachusetts family sues school district, employees after a third grader was restrained multiple times

Louisiana State

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New Orleans, LA

American History Central

In January 1811, Charles Deslondes, a slave living on a plantation in the German Coast Region of the Louisiana Territory led a small army of slaves in an uprising. Marching in military formation toward New Orleans, the army killed at least two people and burned plantation buildings and fields. Louisiana Militia ended the rebellion, which ultimately led to the brutal deaths and treatment of participants in the uprising and the tightening of Slave Codes.

Slaves Brutally Mutilated After Uprising on Louisiana’s German Coast

Minnesota State

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

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You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats.

19 Facts Many People Don't Know About Native Americans

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

High School English teacher, Brianna May, is new to Poly Prep this year and is planning to teach an English elective in the upcoming year. May described her experience at Poly as “really delightful,” as “kids are just nice to each other here, more so than in other schools I’ve worked at.” May loves teaching English because she gets “to read the most beautiful literature and discuss it with teenagers, which is a really beautiful sweet spot because [they] are not fully formed in the best way. [Teenagers] are still so open to other perspectives and really thoughtful about it.” This passion for English has led May to teach the advanced elective next year that is titled “What is Love.” The elective is going to be offered to 11 and 12th graders.

Meet Ms. May: Bringing Love to the English Department

Davie, FL

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Davie, FL - A peaceful Sunday morning turned tragic when a 19-year-old jogger was struck by lightning at Vista View Park in Davie, leading to his untimely death. The victim, identified as Ethan Lawrence, a resident of Broward County, was out for his regular run when the incident occurred. Davie Police officers responded to a 911 call shortly before 11 a.m. about a person down, possibly struck by lightning. Upon arrival at the park located at 4001 SW 142nd Ave., they found Lawrence already dead.

Florida Father Fatally Struck By Lighting While Jogging

Daily Mail

Government officials are celebrating Independence Day by welcoming approximately 11,000 new citizens to the US.

Would you pass the US citizenship test? 10 questions, including the Federalist Papers one everybody gets wrong

Michigan State

Want to feel the chill of history brushing against your skin?. As if the past is whispering secrets just for you?. In Michigan, a place exists that promises to do just that. Let’s head to the Bay Mills Old Indian Burial Ground, a site steeped in mystery, legends, and cultural significance!

This Mysterious Native American Burial Ground In Michigan Will Give You Goosebumps

The English language has 26 letters, but we don't use them equally. Before we reveal the top ten, take a moment to guess which letters you think are the most common. Ready? Let's find out how you did.

10 Most Commonly Used Letters in the English Language

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Sacramento, CA

Hollywood Unlocked

A Sacramento high school biology teacher was suspended after being administered a test that named and mocked students for being crossed-eyed along with making racist remarks. RELATED STORIES: Maryland Teacher Under Investigation For Allowing Female Students To Take Down Braids To Return To Work After Being Cleared Of Any Wrongdoing Alex Nguyen, a teacher at ... Read more
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California High School Teacher Administers Offensive And Racist Biology Exam

Arizona State

America encompasses over 3.5 million square miles of land and is home to countless natural and manmade landmarks. So, perhaps it's forgivable that U.S. citizens have trouble identifying where some of them are.

12 U.S. Landmarks Americans Have Trouble Identifying

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The American education system is unique, and not in a particularly good way. It is especially curious for a country that idolizes education, industry, and entrepreneurship to saddle its youngest generations (who have yet to have fully formed brains) with hundreds of thousands of dollars in educational debt that they will struggle to pay off […]
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North Carolina Board of Education wants to nix entry test for teaching colleges

North Carolina education officials are recommending that the state end a testing requirement for college students who want to become teachers. Typically, for a college sophomore...

North Carolina Board of Education wants to nix entry test for teaching colleges

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