Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil held his newborn son for the first time in a U.S. detention facility after a judge's order blocked a plexiglass separation policy.

The Illinois State Treasurer returned a Purple Heart to the family of WWII veteran Cpl. Henry Van Der Noord, an initiative part of Operation Purple Heart to restore military honors to rightful recipients.

New York AG Letitia James distributed over $13,500 in baby formula to Brooklyn families after a settlement with Paragon USA & Co. for price gouging during the 2022 shortage.

Palm Beach County Youth Services hosted the 2nd Annual Mental Health Family Day Camp to foster conversations about mental wellness through outdoor activities.

The SSA's report shows Charlotte and Noah are the most popular baby names in Michigan since 2020, with the trend holding in 2024. Nationwide, Olivia and Liam top the list. The SSA details their methodology, emphasizing separate spellings of names.

Registration for the 2025 Summer Fun Golf Program at Wailua Golf Pro Shop opens, starting June 9 for children ages 7-15, with sessions beginning June 16.

Holocaust survivor Jacqueline Kimmelstiel, 97, attended college for a day through the "Golden Wishes" program, fulfilling a dream interrupted by WWII.

NY Attorney General Letitia James secured a settlement with Paragon USA & Co., LLC for baby formula price gouging; the company will pay penalties and provide formula to Rochester families.

Camp Sacramento has available spots for summer sessions, including a new Bonus Summer Session and a program for those aged 50-plus, offering a mix of leisure, adventure, and arts and crafts in a cabin setting.

Aquila Park to host the Wheelie Fun Community Bike Ride in St. Louis Park on May 16, celebrating Bike Month with a family-friendly event for all skill levels.

Michigan AG Nessel discussed reproductive rights with Planned Parenthood's CEO on a podcast, highlighting the impact of the Dobbs decision and state efforts to maintain access to services.

San Francisco's budget deficit may worsen, affecting repairs at West Sunset Playground with a repair cost of $600,000, spurring debate on fiscal priorities in the city.

Hawaii's EOEL is expanding its public pre-kindergarten programs, with applications open for the 2025-2026 school year, prioritizing eligible children in their home school region.