Happy Wednesday! As we reach the middle of the week, it’s a great time to pause, recharge, and find inspiration in the positive changes happening around us. Today’s edition of The Smile is packed with uplifting stories and small victories that remind us progress is ongoing, even in the little things.

Let’s dive into today’s good news and keep the momentum going! ⬇️

Federal Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms

After Baltimore mass shooting, neighborhood goes full year with no homicides

A New Campaign Against Loneliness Starts With a Potluck

Donald Trump's Cabinet Picks Might Cost GOP House Majority

Portland’s first ranked-choice vote elects progressive outsider as mayor

Lawmakers Reject Bill That Would Let Trump Destroy Nonprofits

Democrat George Whitesides ousts GOP Rep. Mike Garcia from Los Angeles House seat

Supreme Court refuses legal lifesaver for former Trump chief of staff

In good news for U.S. consumers, some grocery prices are dipping for the first time since 2020

Biden Administration Launches Historic Methane Fee for Oil, Gas Drillers

Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day.

Keep smiling,

Emily from The Smile

P.S. Know someone who could use a dose of good news? Forward this email and encourage them to subscribe to The Smile. Let’s spread the positivity together. 🌟