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The Tacoma City Council has adopted Ordinance 29107, approving an updated Stormwater Management Manual and amending the Tacoma Municipal Code regarding allowable discharges. Taking effect on July 1, 2026, this comprehensive update fulfills a five-year...
Officer T. Leming, PIO On June 7th, around 11:20 pm, Sergeant Mohondro was working his normal shift on Spokane's south side. He was patrolling the area near W Sumner Ave and S Grove St when he became aware of a possible house fire in the 500 block of...
New agreement with MBTA will keep Routes 23, 28, 29 free for all riders through end of the year
Today, the City of Tacoma's Finance Department presented an updated financial forecast for the 2027-2028 Biennial Budget. Following the recent introduction of the City's "Roadmap to Recovery"—a proactive, multi-year strategy to protect core...
A full intersection closure will take place at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue on Saturday, June 27, from 6 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. to facilitate extensive asphalt repairs. During the one-day closure, the City's Street Operations crews are...
Justin de Ruyter, Spokane Fire PIO, June 9, 2026- At 6:28 this morning, firefighters responded to 623 East Sanson Ave following reports of a house fire with occupants possibly trapped inside. Engine 15 from the Hillyard neighborhood arrived within four...
Lisa Gardner, City Council Communications Director, During Monday's Legislative Session, the Spokane City Council voted unanimously on an ordinance to enhance public safety by addressing growing concerns about aggressive speeding and street racing...
Development will create 88 permanently affordable, energy-efficient rental homes
Mesa's Gateway Library has won a prestigious 2026 Library Interior Design Award from the International Interior Design Association and the American Library Association. The competition recognizes excellence in library interior design
Above: Ajala Sen has been honored with the prestigious recognition of 2026 Youth Poet Laureate of Long Beach; from left to right, the new Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate Cohort: Jen Cheng, Ruby Giles, Cecelia Rogers, Ajala Sen, Annali Bojorquez, Kieran...
June 9, 2026 — The City of South Bend has begun roadway and infrastructure improvements near Marshall School along Byron and Springbrook drives. Improvements include the construction of new curbs and sidewalks along the north side of Byron Drive and...
June 8, 2026 — Following Monday's fire at the Lafayette Building, Lafayette Boulevard will remain closed between Jefferson Boulevard and Washington Street while safety and structural inspections are conducted. To ensure safety of the traveling...
June 8, 2026 — Beginning Tuesday, June 9, the southbound lane of Olive Street from the Sample Street roundabout to the railroad tracks will close for a water service line valve repair. The detour route for southbound traffic will be Sample Street to...
At its May 6 meeting, the Boston City Council adopted a resolution (Docket #0941) recognizing May as National Preservation Month and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Boston Landmarks Commission.
At a recent community gathering, Charlestown residents learned about the proposed district, asked questions, and shared their perspectives on preserving one of the neighborhood's most historic places.
At its April 9 hearing, the Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission (AACDC) approved the construction of four new townhouses on an empty lot.
The City Archaeology Program was recently awarded a grant from the Community Preservation Commission to acquire the 1675 Capen House.
The Boston City Council has officially approved a slate of Fiscal Year 2026 Community Preservation Act (CPA) historic preservation grants totaling $8.15 million across 23 projects citywide.
The Boston Landmarks Commission has received a complete Article 85 Demolition Delay application for 5 ASHLAND STREET, DORCHESTER.