Support Project Linus: Donate Blankets Today!

TL/DR - The Western North Carolina Chapter of Project Linus is seeking handmade blanket donations to replenish its inventory, which has been depleted due to numerous donations to local agencies and organizations during the winter. The organization accepts handmade quilts, crocheted or knitted blankets, and no-sew fleece blankets through various…

Hotel Staff Strikes on Final Four Game Day: Fan Experience Impacted

TL/DR - Sheraton hotel workers in downtown Phoenix, operated by Marriott, went on strike during the first day of the NCAA Tournament Final Four at State Farm Stadium, claiming unlawful behavior by hotel management. The Sheraton is one of three Marriott hotels designated as a "host hotel" for the tournament, with workers accusing the management of…

Discover STEM Careers through Interactive Learning for Kids

TL/DR - Western Michigan University’s Grand Rapids campus is hosting its third annual AMP Lab Family Open House to introduce kids to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The university is partnering with local organisations such as Bricks 4 Kidz, Grand Rapids Community College, and Autocam Medical for the event. The open…

Officer-Involved Shooting at Miami Mall: 2 Dead, 7 Injured

TL/DR - A shooting at a Miami-Dade shopping center has resulted in two deaths and seven injuries. The incident began when a dispute broke out between patrons at the Martini Bar in CityPlace Doral, leading to one person shooting and killing a security officer. Other security personnel responded by exchanging gunfire with the suspect, killing them;…