Shauna Wright
![Fort Worth, Texas Mulling Controversial Move to Not Hire Smokers for City Employment [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/ftworth-smoking.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fort Worth, Texas Mulling Controversial Move to Not Hire Smokers for City Employment [VIDEO]
If you’re a smoker who lives in Fort Worth, Texas, you may soon have to scratch city employment off your list of job prospects — the city is considering a ban on hiring tobacco users.
![TIME Magazine Releases List of 100 Most Influential People](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/time-100.jpg?w=980&q=75)
TIME Magazine Releases List of 100 Most Influential People
A few weeks ago, TIME Magazine revealed the names it was considering for its annual list of the ’100 Most Influential People in the World.’ Reader votes determined one person, while the rest were selected by the magazine’s editors.
And now the final list — which includes athletes, actors, entrepreneurs and politicians — is out. So who made the cut?
![Celebrity Birthdays for April 19 – James Franco, Kate Hudson and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/apr19.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for April 19 – James Franco, Kate Hudson and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
James Franco
Age: 35
Occupation: Actor and Professional Student
Known For: His Oscar-nominated role in ’127 Hours,’ other notable work in ‘Milk,’ ‘Pineapple Express,’ ‘Planet of the Apes’ and in the ‘Spider Man’ trilogy, his bizarre recurring role on ‘General Hospital,’ a disastrous Oscar-hosting stint in 2011, and pretty much always
![This Day in History for April 19 – Oklahoma City Bombing and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/oklahoma-memorial.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for April 19 – Oklahoma City Bombing and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1775 – American Revolutionary War begins (More info)
1897 – The first Boston Marathon is run (More info)
![Retired Illinois Couple Claims Share of Mega Millions Jackpot [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/lotto-winners.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Retired Illinois Couple Claims Share of Mega Millions Jackpot [VIDEO]
Merle and Patricia Butler, a retired couple in their 60s from the small town of Red Bud, IL, stepped forward on Wednesday to claim their share of the record-breaking $656 million Mega Millions jackpot.
![How Much Do Women Earn Compared to Men? — Dollars and Sense](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/male-female-money.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Much Do Women Earn Compared to Men? — Dollars and Sense
For decades, many groups have highlighted the pay disparities between men and women, and a new report from the American Association of University Women pointed out just how big the earnings gap is.
![Do Happier People Have Healthier Hearts?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/happy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Do Happier People Have Healthier Hearts?
That old Bobby McFerrin song, ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy,’ wasn’t just a cheerful little ditty — turns out it might have been good medical advice, too..
![Why Is Rick Santorum Calling Mitt Romney ‘Frightening’ After Dropping Out of the Presidential Race?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/romney-santorum.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Why Is Rick Santorum Calling Mitt Romney ‘Frightening’ After Dropping Out of the Presidential Race?
After a long primary battle, Mitt Romney now seems like the inevitable GOP nominee for president. But as his fellow Republicans begin to rally around him, Iowa voters received a letter in the mail from Romney’s one-time opponent, Rick Santorum, who seems anything but enthused.
![What Ingredient Is Making Fast Food Taste Different in the US Than in Other Countries?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/Fast-Food.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Ingredient Is Making Fast Food Taste Different in the US Than in Other Countries?
Foods in foreign lands are often different than what US residents typically eat, but even the fare at decidedly American chains like McDonald’s or Burger King may not taste the same — and now a new study reveals why.
![This Day in History for April 18 – Great San Francisco Earthquake and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/04/sfearthquake.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for April 18 – Great San Francisco Earthquake and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1506 – The cornerstone of the current St. Peter’s Basilica is laid (More info)
1775 – Paul Revere rides to warn Massachusetts colonists of the arrival of British troops (More info)