AI in Schools, Bookstore Exit, and More | Duluth News

New York City is cracking down on AI in public schools, mandating limits for K-12 students to ensure they master fundamentals. Meanwhile, Duluth’s Zenith Bookstore is exiting the Chamber of Commerce over disagreements about a new data center. In the Southwest, federal water restrictions ease for Upper Basin states—but drought pressure remains fierce for Lower Basin communities. Back home, four Hermantown players captain UMD’s hockey team for the 2026-27 season. And nationwide, “Fishing with Felons” is turning rods and reels into tools for redemption, helping formerly incarcerated people rebuild their lives one cast at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ced9c22edcd470ae