“Happy Birthday” may be the Hill sisters' main claim to fame, but Patty (left) and Mildred's (right) impact on American history extends far beyond the beloved song. Illustration by Meilan Solly / ...

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You value independent local news, so become a sustainer today to power our newsroom. A court decision Tuesday put the classic "Happy Birthday to You" in the public domain, at least for the moment. Up ...

We’ve all heard the rumor that “Happy Birthday to You” is the property of Warner Bros. and anyone who sings it technically owes the media conglomerate money. This, the rumor goes, is why some ...