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At 10:10 a.m. on Aug. 18, Columbia Police responded to a bomb threat and firearm threat at  Douglass High School. 

Officers responded and determined only school staff were present inside the building. No student

Applications are now open for local organizations to receive microgrants to host community-based wellness fairs that will expand access to health resources, services, and ongoing care for more than 22,800 Chicago residents.
New service includes mobility devices including power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, scooters, other mobility and communication devices.
Applications are being accepted for the 19th Annual East Valley Veterans Parade Presented by EdgeCore in downtown Mesa. Applications must be submitted online by Oct. 9 to be eligible
The City and Borough of Juneau Parks & Recreation invites the community to celebrate the recent upgrades and reopenings of both Sigoowu Ye Park in Lemon Creek and the Thunder Mountain Bike Park in the Mendenhall Valley. There will be a ribbon...
Early voting will take place at sites throughout the City of Boston starting Saturday, August 22, through Friday, August 28.
In consultation with the Pierce County Fire Marshal and local fire chiefs, Tacoma has been elevated to a Stage 2 burn ban, effective Monday, August 17, 2026. Worsening dry conditions, ongoing drought, and increased wildfire risk across the region...
Long Beach, CA – Due to excessive temperatures forecasted through Thursday, Aug. 20, Acting City Health Officer Dr. Cliff Okada has issued a Heat Alert and is advising community members to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. The National...
A 16 year old girl has been honored for her lifesaving actions after witnessing a Wisconsin National Guard soldier collapse while running in Mesa. Laya Jackson called 911 and performed CPR until emergency responders arrived
It's been a while! Mayor Yemi is back to talk about a summer of celebrations, public safety, budget plans and a back-to-school reminder. Watch the episode Listen to the episode
Erin Hut, Communications Director, The Spokane Fire Department's Community Risk Reduction team will be passing out additional personal protective equipment kits to residents impacted by the Spokane Complex Fire. Mask and glove kits, as well as Tyvek...
The Planning Department this month recommended approval of new zoning for infrastructure such as solar panels and wind turbines. The Department also recommended approval of four new development projects representing approximately 398,998 square feet (SF).
The Bloomington Arts Commission (BAC), in collaboration with the City of Bloomington and the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association (BUEA), has announced its 2026 Arts Operations Support Grant program supporting 501(c)3 organizations with arts...
Above: A cyclist safely signals a turn while riding through a residential intersection. Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) invites the community to participate in the sixth annual Long...
First city in Massachusetts to be Certified Welcoming

At about 9:09 p.m. on Aug. 14, Columbia Police responded to a traffic accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian near East St. Charles Road and Remm Drive. 

The vehicle struck the pedestrian, Mark Hunter Jr, 47, o

At about 9:09 p.m. on Aug. 14, Columbia Police responded to a traffic accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian near East St. Charles Road and Remm Drive. 

The vehicle struck the pedestrian traveling eastbound on

At a recent Tacoma City Council meeting, the Puget Sound Regional Council recognized the historic Tideflats Subarea Plan with a VISION 2050 award. The Tideflats Subarea Plan was developed over seven years of collaboration between the City of Tacoma, the..
The City of Colorado Springs today shared updates on "Keep It Clean And Safe (KICAS)," a coordinated effort to make public spaces cleaner, safer, and more welcoming by integrating security, cleanup, and outreach services. Building on Keep It Clean...
South Academy Boulevard will experience two weekend closures and a weekday lane reduction in mid-to-late August as crews continue underground utility work for the South Academy Boulevard Improvements Project. All work is weather-dependent and schedules...
Businesses interested in doing business with the City of Colorado Springs can connect directly with City buyers, learn about upcoming contracting opportunities and better understand how to compete for City work at the 2026 Procurement Vendor Fair on...