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Data Stolen In Canvas Hack That Hit Thousands Of Schools Has Been Returned, Company Says

Instructure, the parent company of the Canvas education platform, has announced the recovery of data stolen in a recent cyberattack that temporarily halted services for universities and K-12 schools nationwide. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is actively assisting victims impacted by the breach.

Justice Department Announces Criminal Charges In Baltimore’s Deadly Key Bridge Collapse

The Justice Department has filed criminal charges against two companies and the technical superintendent of the Dali cargo vessel following its collision with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge. The incident resulted in the deaths of six highway workers and an estimated billions in reconstruction costs, severely impacting one of the nation's largest shipping ports.

Black Communities Could Pay For FEMA Chaos

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is reinstating disaster workers ahead of hurricane season, a move that follows months of significant staffing reductions and internal warnings regarding agency stability. Critics emphasize that continued understaffing poses a disproportionate risk to Black communities in the South, who are historically more vulnerable to natural disasters and heavily reliant on federal assistance.

They’re Testing Democracy’s Collapse In Louisiana First

Louisiana is confronting significant challenges to its democratic systems, including the Supreme Court's decision to dismantle a major Black voting district and legislative efforts targeting elected officials. However, residents are actively resisting these erosions of power, demonstrating a commitment to civic engagement through anticipated record voter turnout in upcoming elections.

Never Too Late To Celebrate Mothers

Dr. E. Faye Williams, President of The Dick Gregory Society, recently underscored the profound resilience and dedication exemplified by her mother, advocating for consistent appreciation of maternal figures. Williams also called for proactive community engagement in safeguarding voting rights, highlighting the efforts of prominent Black women leaders, including Jotaka Eaddy, Donna Brazile, and Stacey Abrams, in addressing challenges such as the 'Louisiana v. Callais' case.

TRAFFIC CAMS, WEATHER, TRANSIT: Tuesday info

6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, May 12, 2026. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET Sunny, high in the mid-70s. Sunrise was at 5:35 am; sunset will be at 8:36 pm. (Recent sunset photo by Chris Frankovich) CLOSURE ALERTS –WSDOT now says the northbound 1st Avenue South Bridge will close all weekend again this weekend. Multiple lanes […]

Leading AI chatbots avoid harm but fall short in high-risk conversations, startup’s new benchmark finds

Seattle-based mpathic released mPACT, a clinician-led benchmark that evaluates how leading AI models handle conversations involving suicide risk, eating disorders, and misinformation. Read More

‘Strong, strong no’: New filing reveals who Microsoft favored — and opposed — for OpenAI’s board

Newly unredacted documents from the Musk v. Altman trial reveal the names Microsoft executives vetoed, endorsed, and suggested for OpenAI's board during the November 2023 crisis around Sam Altman's ouster as CEO. Read More

Amazon Now goes national, taking 30-minute delivery to dozens of cities across the country

Amazon is expanding its "Amazon Now" 30-minute delivery service from tests in Seattle and Philadelphia to dozens of U.S. cities, with plans to reach tens of millions of customers by year-end. GeekWire first uncovered the service through permit filings last November. Read More

TUESDAY: Dine out to support the Fauntleroy Fall Festival

(WSB photo, 2025 Fauntleroy Fall Festival) Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack … if you dine at Endolyne Joe’s tomorrow (Tuesday, May 12), you’ll be supporting the Fauntleroy Fall Festival.The restaurant at 9261 45th SW is open 8 am to 9 pm; if you go at dinner time (5 pm or later), look for the festival organizers […]

PREVIEW: Here’s who you’ll find when Delridge Farmers Market starts season at new location Saturday

WEST SEATTLE SCHOOLS: Pipe break at Lafayette Elementary

(WSB photo, May) Lafayette Elementary‘s students and staff are dealing with the aftermath of a pipe break. Principal Cindy Chaput sent families a note, which was forwarded to us: Update on Flooding Issue for Lafayette Elementary Families Dear Lafayette families and staff, Today, our school experienced a pipe burst resulting in flooding in the kitchen, […]