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Bug that could hurt Christmas tree industry found in Kent Co

An invasive bug that could threaten Michigan's Christmas tree industry has been discovered in the western part of the state, in Kent County.

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona speaks at a recent briefing at the White House.

Education Department Will Erase $5.8 Billion In Loans For Borrowers With Disabilities

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona announced that over 323,000 borrowers who have significant and permanent disabilities will qualify for the relief from student loan debt.

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee speaks at a news conference, Wednesday at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. Inslee announced that Washington state is expanding its vaccine mandate to include all public, charter and private school teachers and staff, as well as those working at the state's colleges and universities.

Teachers In Washington State Must Get Fully Vaccinated — Or They Could Be Fired

The mandate, effective Oct. 18, applies to all K-12 teachers and staff in the state. The news comes as states around the country grapple with rising cases and the return of in-person schooling.