Governor Hochul and Common Sense Media propose banning smartphones during school hours in New York, with backing from thousands, while also addressing AI risks and offering funds for phone storage and non-internet phones for emergency use.

Mankato's "More Trees Please!" Arbor Day Poster Contest invites K-5 students to submit tree-themed art by April 7.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announces the birth of his second child, Camden Lee Scott, on International Women's Day. The family celebrates the new addition as they adjust to life with two children.