Canadian chain Moxies is opening a nearly 13,000‑square‑foot restaurant at The Star in Frisco; construction starts late July and the opening is slated for spring 2027.

Two construction workers were burned after a pocket of methane ignited at the Browns' Brook Park construction site. Both were treated and released; OSHA has opened an investigation.

Marysville High will no longer use its 'Indians' mascot as California's expanded ban on Native American-themed school names took effect July 1, 2026.

Officials warned that extreme heat and dry conditions make backyard fireworks and grilling more dangerous this July 4, urging residents to attend the city’s professional show at Harlinsdale Farm.

Reports say the Celtics have agreed to send Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and four draft picks, a move that would retool Boston’s championship window.

Maricopa County inspectors cited nine Metro Phoenix stores for priority food-safety violations the week of June 15, forcing discarded food and repairs at several grocers.

After nearly 30 years, the Big Wave Center opened at 380 Airport St., offering housing and on-site job and culinary programs for adults with developmental disabilities.

Houston detectives reissued a wanted bulletin seeking suspects in a Nov. 17 aggravated robbery on Buffalo Speedway. Crime Stoppers may offer up to $5,000 for tips.

Gaston County police say a June 25 search of a Stanley home turned up 96,108 suspected counterfeit items valued at about $7.85 million. Arrest warrants were obtained for two people.

Two big Independence Day gatherings land in Puyallup this weekend — drive‑in fireworks at the fair on Friday and an America 250 celebration downtown on Saturday. Organizers recommend early arrival and list free downtown parking options.

Multnomah County's inspections handed out several perfect 100s and flagged a hand‑washing lapse at Bamboo Sushi that dropped it into the 80s.

A 62-year-old Bronx man died after a June 12 street assault; police arrested a 27-year-old on attempted-murder charges.

Chesterfield’s free Fourth of July event returns this Saturday with live music, a B‑25 bomber flyover, kids’ activities and complimentary shuttle service from nearby lots.