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WAMC
Graduates of a Pittsfield, Massachusetts, boarding school watched the former teacher they allege abused and assaulted them be arraigned on rape charges in court Wednesday. WAMC was there, and spoke with them about an emotional day that was years in the making.
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WAMC Programs
(Airs 04/23/26 @ 3 p.m.) WAMC’s David Guistina in conversation with Michael Mulgrew, President of The United Federation of Teachers New York, about Tier 6 pension reforms, changes to the foundation aid formula for education, the debate over the class size law, and much more.
The Met Opera airs Saturdays at 1 p.m. beginning Dec. 6 through May 30, 2026.
New York Public Media
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New York Public News Network
State aid represents a big chunk of funding for local schools. But since the state budget is delayed, districts aren’t exactly sure what they’re getting this year.
Dave Lucas
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WAMC
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Adobe Stock
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A fresh collapse at Chimney Bluffs highlights ongoing erosion along Lake Ontario, and what changing weather patterns may mean for other New York landscapes.
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The Victims First Agenda, inspired by policy review and roundtable discussions, contains bills that lawmakers say give voices to victims. -
As schools grapple with an ongoing teacher shortage, a New York non-profit is working to address one aspect of the problem: burnout.
NPR News
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The cuts follow losses in two pivotal court cases and the company's push to invest in artificial intelligence.
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The rising country star Ella Langley rules both the album and song charts this week, but Justin Bieber also sees a rise in popularity following his nostalgic performance at Coachella. -
Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer. -
A new study looks at an unexpected force that played a critical role in shaping the lives of ancient humans.
