Census data and residents say Near Northside has lost roughly 4,000 Hispanic neighbors as home values and sales climb around White Oak. Community groups are weighing responses.

Claiborne Animal Shelter took in more than 30 dogs from a hoarding case; officials say the animals were surrendered and no charges were filed. The shelter is seeking fosters and donations while it treats animals under quarantine.

Embry‑Riddle has applied to use a Paisley grass airstrip for pilot training; neighbors and conservationists say the permit could clear trees, fragment habitat and bring nonstop training flights.

Former Putnam County Sheriff Jeff Hardy, 60, died April 12 and was honored at a June 4 memorial in Palatka. Colleagues remembered his reforms, school-safety work and the Ten-24 Foundation.

A teacher at Oyler School collapsed during lunch and was revived by quick-thinking staff; doctors say their fast action saved his life.

Sandy Springs police held a forum after near‑daily complaints about fast e‑bikes; officials say some models are effectively motorcycles and not legal for young kids.

Justin and Lindsey Sandberg sued their stepmother, saying a July 2025 note tried to shift control of Ryne Sandberg’s publicity‑rights trust and should be voided. The siblings want a judge to compel the trust’s formal creation.

Tracey Towers tenants say a proposed, city‑backed plan would lift carrying charges by about 30% over four years, touching off angry meetings and renewed calls for repairs. Auditors and tenant groups say stronger oversight is needed.

Boston Pride for the People moves through Copley Square to the Common Saturday under the theme “Pride as Protest,” with major performers, dozens of vendors and city road closures. Organizers emphasize safety and a message of visibility as America hits its 250th year.

A Concord resident scratched a $100,000 Cash Payday ticket and walked away with about $72,018 after taxes. The $30 ticket was sold at a Harris Teeter in northeast Charlotte.

Nearly two hours of public comment split Fort Wayne residents over plans to convert 333 E. Washington Blvd. into a 24/7 Anchor Resource Center. Supporters cite services; opponents cite school proximity.

Dallas Water Utilities added a 3.15% convenience fee on certain DallasGo and phone payments. The city says free alternatives — eCheck AutoPay, mail and in‑person payments — remain available.

Santa Rosa tapped Monica Thomas from Oakland Unified as its next superintendent. She starts July 1 as the district continues deep budget work and staff shifts.