Wilhoit News

The Bureau of Land Management is recommending a 20-year ban on new uranium mining claims for more than 1 million acres of federal land near the Grand Canyon.

Almost a decade ago, No Child Left Behind's creators had the right goals in mind - academic proficiency for all students, transparent reporting of school performance and a laser focus on holding states, districts and schools accountable for student achievement.

Although U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan ultimately decides which states get relief from key requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act, a group of outside judges will wield tremendous influence in deciding states' fates.