CNN
Trump transition co-chair Linda McMahon is expected to be named as secretary of the Department of Education, four sources familiar with the matter told CNN.
Minnesota Star Tribune
Officials say the merger of the two Dakota County schools would better serve students and save about $500,000 per year.
Alabama Reflector
The Alabama Community College System is considering a nearly $700 million budget request for fiscal year 2026, an 18% increase over its current appropriations. It would include a $10 million increase (25%) for dual-enrollment programs.
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Using a $2 million grant, the University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College will work with other partners to develop students’ skills so they could become highly specialized energy grid operators and energy-grid cybersecurity experts.
