Detroit classroom shooting scars linger in community
Bettye McCaster, 45, was fatally shot in a Detroit classroom by her estranged husband. The tragedy, witnessed by 29 students aged six and seven, prompted schools to rapidly engage families and assess safety, with officials seeking a new rapport to support affected families and pupils.
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Orange crop up but juice yields cast doubt on losses
Agriculture Department says the national orange crop will be 3 percent larger than last year, countering Florida damage claims after January's freeze. Growers contest the figure, citing lower juice yield per box and fruit drop, with prices rising from 1.61 to 2.60 per dozen cans as the market adjusts.
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Boy Scouts to Rename to Scouting USA
The Boy Scouts of America, facing an identity crisis, announce a name change to Scouting USA. Officials say the term boy offends minorities and women, including leaders and girls in the Exploring program, affecting ads literature and calling cards.
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