County officials say volunteer advisory boards that inspect nursing homes and assisted‑living communities are short‑staffed, leaving thousands of local beds with thinner oversight. Leaders want faster recruitment and training fixes.

The Women’s Pro Baseball League unveiled the Boston Hunters, honoring Harriot K. Hunt. The WPBL opens in August with games at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield.

A brush fire near the Encino Reservoir scorched about five acres and briefly triggered an evacuation warning; helicopters and crews stopped forward progress and no injuries were reported.

A fire shut Obbie’s Pizza in Garfield Ridge on Friday. Neighbors and nearby pizzerias organized fundraisers to help staff while the family rebuilds.

A midday shooting in Chinatown sent three people to area hospitals Wednesday; one victim suffered serious injuries and police are canvassing the block. Detectives ask anyone with video to come forward.

Fulton County confirmed West Nile–positive mosquitoes near Grant Park; county teams will treat the area and urge residents to drain standing water and use repellent.

Nearly six miles of the Ludlam Trail remain fenced and unbuilt after years of planning, contested budgets and environmental cleanup. Advocates want answers.

A child was killed Wednesday on Blauvelt Road in Monsey after being struck by a bus; Ramapo police say they are investigating. Emergency crews responded to the scene.

Tenants at the Spectra Apartments in Glendale say the building’s A/C keeps cutting out during a Valley heat wave, leaving units above 100°F and some residents and pets in danger.

San Jose police say officers detained a man after spotting him urinating in a parking lot and found a loaded gun reported stolen from Stockton.

Dear Annie, the Cambridge natural-wine bar, will close July 31; owner Lauren Friel cites motherhood and industry pressures. The space will transform into an events venue this fall.

Byron Buxton was placed on the 10‑day injured list with a right‑hip issue and will miss next week's All‑Star Game. The Twins plan to recall Alan Roden from Triple‑A St. Paul.

A judge reduced a $4.6M jury verdict to $585K against the Missouri Department of Health after applying the state's Human Rights Act damages cap.