Thousands biked, ran and walked at the Linc as organizers say the ninth Eagles Autism Challenge raised $16 million for autism research and community grants.

Harvard faculty will vote May 12–19 on a plan to cap flat A grades at 20% plus four, a move aimed at reversing years of grade compression and reshaping honors. The committee sets implementation for fall 2027.

BEA county data and a San Diego Union-Tribune analysis show 16 California counties tripled in size from 2001–2024, led by Bay Area growth and small-county percentage spikes.

A proposed Health Code change would ban smoking on outdoor bar patios; health advocates back it while small-business commissioners and bar owners warn of sidewalk spillover and lost customers.

Four locally owned businesses held ribbon cuttings in downtown Racine, adding a candle bar, tea room, coffee counter and wings shop to Sixth and Main streets. City posts and local coverage outline openings and schedules.

A Manhattan judge temporarily blocked the city's plan to open a men's intake center at 8 East 3rd St., moving the court fight and leaving the May 1 opening on hold.

Attaboy staff voted 13‑8 to form Attaboy Local 134, certifying a new micro‑union at the Lower East Side cocktail bar. Workers say they will push for pay, scheduling and more input.

A proposed floating solar array at Peekskill's Camp Field Reservoir promises energy savings and community funds, but neighbors worry about water quality ahead of next week’s hearing.

Bedford police warned May 8 that tiny amounts of fentanyl can be lethal across DFW and urged bystanders to call 911, use naloxone and perform CPR when needed.

A proposed 28‑mile Enbridge gas pipeline from Siler City to Moncure has sparked landowner and environmental opposition over waterways, data centers and permitting.

A Tarrant County inspection roundup flagged cockroaches, rodent droppings and a wastewater backup that briefly closed two restaurants. Inspectors ordered fixes and follow‑ups.

San Antonio ISD will not renew Teach For America placements and is shifting to apprenticeships and internal certification to save costs and boost retention.

Baristas at the Hwy 9 & Classen Starbucks in Norman voted 17–9 to unionize with Starbucks Workers United. The crew will now move into contract talks after citing staffing and scheduling concerns.