A new PEN America report reveals over 6,800 instances of book bans in U.S. schools for 2024-2025, with the majority originating from Florida, Texas, and Tennessee. Stephen King is the most censored author, and bans often target LGBTQ+ themes, race, and sexual content. The report highlights regional differences and the trend of preemptive censorship driven by fear and political pressure, amid ongoing debates over free expression and censorship policies in the U.S.

From Olympian to Visionary Coach, Nitzkowski’s Influence on Swimming and Water Polo Endures at LBCCOctober 01, 2025 20:32 ET  | Source: Long Beach City College Long Beach City CollegeLong Beach, CA, Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Long Beach City College (LBCC) dedicated its Aquatics Center ...