Reporters gathered in rooms all over the world. Everybody wanted to know if it was true. Had scientists really seen the unseeable? Soon they had their answer. Scientists at the Event Horizon Telescope Project had … Read more
In the creeks and streams of Northwest Montana, you might notice small dams. They are made from materials like willow branches, mud, and grass. They look like beaver dams. They are actually made by people. … Read more
UPDATE: Lori Lightfoot has become the first African American woman to be mayor of Chicago. She won with almost three out of every four votes. On Tuesday, April 2, voters in Chicago will elect a new … Read more
You may have heard a new word in the news lately. That word is Brexit. It is a combination of the words Britain and Exit. When people say “Britain” they are referring to the United … Read more
You have heard of blizzards. You have heard of hurricanes. You have heard of tornadoes. Have you ever heard of atmospheric rivers? Atmospheric rivers are large, narrow columns of water vapor [a substance in its … Read more
If you tried to visit a national park this month, you were probably disappointed. Many national parks were closed. Why? The United States government shut down between December 22, 2018 and January 25, 2019. The … Read more
The 116th Congress will convene on January 3rd, 2019. Both the Senate and the House of Representatives will swear new leaders in. In the Senate, the President of the Senate, Vice President Mike Pence, will … Read more
Two major wildfires are devastating California. Many people have been forced to evacuate their homes [leave their homes for a safer place]. The Camp Fire is burning in Northern California. It is named the Camp Fire … Read more
On Tuesday, November 6th, the Midterm Elections were held. People voted for their local leaders. They decided who will represent them in Congress. They made their voices heard. Here are the main questions answered by the … Read more
The midterm elections are on Tuesday, November 6. People will vote for members of the House of Representatives and Senate. All 435 members of the House of Representatives are up for election. 35 of the … Read more
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