Athens will break ground next Tuesday on its third fire station, a $7.5 million project that adds coverage and three firefighter positions.

St. Vincent de Paul is bringing a second thrift store to Dallas, with a Buckner Terrace opening planned before Christmas. The new location is designed to help fund a much larger network of services.

Fresno police are searching for 15-year-old Christopher Paramo, last seen near North Winery and East McKinley avenues. He is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, about 130 pounds, with short black hair and brown eyes.

Imperial Valley cities are pausing or banning data centers as officials weigh economic hopes against demands on power, water and land.

A car reached up to 50 mph on Boulder County’s US 36 Bikeway. Deputies are searching for the driver behind the dangerous ride.

Fulton County is asking a judge to let it collect 2026 property taxes before the digest is finalized. The fix could keep schools and local governments solvent — but may mean adjusted bills later.

Houston police are seeking a suspect in a June 26 robbery near Studemont after a confrontation over a bag of unpaid merchandise. Crime Stoppers may offer up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest.

Southaven Police warned of intermittent 9-1-1 call failures Monday night and listed backup numbers for residents who cannot connect.

An 80-year-old Canton man admitted hiding firearms in luggage bound for Greece. Investigators traced one gun back to a Canton dealer.

An estimated 15-foot tiger shark prompted a no-swimming advisory at Kekaha Beach, with warning signs staying up while lifeguards monitor the shoreline.

Ohio is seeking public input on a four-year aging plan focused on healthcare, transportation, housing, food access and caregiver support. Comments are due August 30.

A serious single-vehicle crash shut every westbound lane of I-275 near Loveland before dawn, threatening to derail the morning commute.

Saint Paul has postponed a decision on Outfront Media’s proposed digital billboard near Highway 280 and I-94. Neighborhood groups remain firmly opposed.