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July 3, 2026 • The unofficial anthem of New York City is “Empire State of Mind,” the Jay-Z song with that unforgettable hook, sung by Alicia Keys. So it was only fitting that when New York celebrated ...

Hitmaker and music producer Jermaine Dupri is suing Sony for $18 million in alleged unpaid royalties. Ringo Starr turns 86 and shows no signs of slowing down. The Beatles drummer still performs live ...

A Senate committee hearing was interrupted by protesters on Wednesday morning, as protesters pushed back against Republicans working to redraw districts. The new map will be presented to committees ...

The Bryan ISD Board of Trustees has taken the next step in launching the Bryan ISD Virtual Academy, a new tuition-free online learning option for students in grades 3–12 beginning in August 2026.