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Stakes are high for some Northeast Ohio school districts with levies on the May ballot

Northeast Ohio districts including Lorain, Streetsboro and Barberton say levies on the May ballot will determine job cuts and student access to extracurriculars.

Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner are Maine Democrats running to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, who has served in the U.S. Senate for nearly 30 years.

For Maine Democrats, it's battle-tested Mills vs. populist Platner in Senate primary

In recent weeks, Maine Gov. Janet Mills has struggled to take an authoritative lead against her challenger in the Democratic Senate primary, Graham Platner. He is leading her in fundraising and polls.

Some baby boomers would like to downsize from their large homes, but say it doesn't make financial sense. Single-family homes in Dumfries, Va., are seen here last year.

Many baby boomers own homes that are too big. Can they be enticed to sell them?

Lots of older Americans say they'd love to downsize, but it doesn't make financial sense. The housing roadblock has left some would-be buyers stuck. We asked experts what policies could change that.

Exterior of the Cleveland Museum of Art building

Cleveland Museum of Art hits 80% of $600 million goal for its future

The museum plans to use the money to keep admission free, permanently fund curator and administrative roles as well as boost art conservation and digital innovation.

Former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tommy John praises his late friend, Dr. Frank Jobe, during a 2014 memorial service at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

Tommy John, namesake for a pioneering elbow surgery that saved his career, dies at 83

The left-handed MLB pitcher was 31 years old when he tore the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow in 1974, an injury that had been a death knell for pitchers' careers up to that point.

Luise Easton has continued competing in triathlons into her 80s despite having issues with her heart.

Here's how this 87-year-old triathlete keeps her heart strong

Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.

Pankaj Rayamaji speaks through his trusted walkie-talkie to a teacher inside. Rayamaji is the director of logistics and operations at Columbia Heights Education Campus in Washington, D.C.

Hall Passes, Buses, Lunch Duty: What If The Principal Could Focus On Achievement?

Can principals be better leaders if they have more time to focus on instruction? The Washington, D.C., schools are adding managers to handle operations and logistics.

Debbie Baker, who taught in public schools near Tulsa, Okla., had nearly $76,000 in student loans that she thought would be forgiven but weren't. She was told she didn't qualify because she had the wrong type of loan.

Broken Promises: Teachers Sue U.S. Over Student Loans That Weren't Forgiven

One of the biggest U.S. teachers unions is suing the Department of Education, alleging a loan forgiveness program for millions of public service workers violates federal law and the Constitution.

Fewer Students Are Going To College. Here's Why That Matters

College enrollment continues to decline, according to data released Monday. Small colleges have been forced to close; others are getting creative when it comes to finding and keeping students.

Gov. Mike DeWine gets a coronavirus test during his briefing on June 23, 2020.

Coronavirus In Ohio: May 26-July 4

WOSU is providing updates about the coronavirus and COVID-19 in Ohio. Find the most recent news and information below.Ohio by the numbers, according to…

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