After-school picket at Hamilton High protested reductions in hours for frontline workers and cuts to student-facing services. Union leaders singled out central-office spending and demanded a full COLA.

Sam Altman threw a party in San Francisco's Dogpatch on Friday to announce that staring into his startup's glossy white Orb can now prove you're human on Tinder. It's a big swing for a company that's simultaneously the most ambitious identity project on the internet — and one of the most banned.

Lexington's Minute Men reenacted the Battle of Lexington Saturday, staging Munroe Tavern as a field hospital, cannon salutes and a 1:30 p.m. Patriots' Day parade.

A Charlotte man checked his Cash 5 numbers early Monday and discovered a $144,419 windfall; he says he'll donate part of the prize.

Neighbors say headstones were displaced on a northeast Houston lot as development proceeds; the county historical commission is investigating and residents want a survey.

Baltimore City Schools will spend roughly $11 million to retrofit the University of Baltimore’s Academic Center for a three‑year lease, even though UB plans to replace the building. The arrangement has drawn criticism from council members and school advocates.

Bright red posters calling to "Boycott the Bezos Met Gala" have surfaced around Manhattan and Brooklyn, challenging the couple's role as lead sponsors.

Residents at Crestwood Village report roaches, sewage and water damage, the City Attorney has sued and code enforcement is investigating. Tenants say repairs are slow and sometimes happen only after units are vacated.

Rising San Diego rents have pushed some local workers to rent in Tijuana and commute north. The swap saves money but adds long, early commutes and safety trade-offs.

D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb secured a $279,000 settlement with Jan‑Pro, returning restitution to dozens of janitors and forcing changes to franchise practices. The deal includes payments to workers and penalties for the District.

RBFCU says it's working to fix an ACH direct-deposit disruption after members reported paychecks didn't post Friday.

Austin Animal Services is asking for 70 foster homes by Sunday to ease overcrowding at the Austin Animal Center.

A Knoxville player won $230,000 in the Tennessee-only Daily Tennessee Jackpot with a $1 ticket bought at Food City on Mountain Grove Drive. The drawing was held April 16.