ERAS is distributing about 50 free window air conditioners to seniors in Harambee as a heat advisory hits; installations are free and organizers warn of serious risk to older adults.

Production and bottling staff at Rodney Strong have launched a rare union drive in Healdsburg, citing layoffs and rising costs. The push follows a May win at a Gallo plant and could reshape labor in wine country.

A June grand jury follow‑up says Sacramento improved family placements and welcome homes — but warns that data gaps, phone access and licensing shortfalls still endanger teens. The county has 90 days to respond.

Archaeological digs in Brickell are turning up Indigenous burials, prompting repatriation demands, state reviews and delays for developers.

Martinez will celebrate this Saturday with a downtown parade, a Martinez Sturgeon game, a Fun Fest at the waterfront and a fireworks finale at about 9:30 p.m. Expect limited marina parking and family activities.

A Richmond County man turned a $10 scratch-off into a seven-figure prize and chose a six-figure cash option; after withholdings he took home about $432,063. He says he’ll help family and his church.

Alameda’s 3.3-mile July 4 parade returns Saturday with Rep. Lateefah Simon as honorary grand marshal and tributes to the Alameda Fire Department’s 150 years. Expect a 5K, shuttles and major closures.

The 43rd ESFNA soccer tournament filled Twin Cities venues and markets even as immigration enforcement fears linger.

A pump failure at the Chain of Rocks treatment plant prompted a precautionary boil‑water advisory for 19 St. Louis neighborhoods; officials say tests are pending.

District leaders say a new closure review is coming; neighborhoods that lost schools in 2024 could be next.

A Pride-themed kids’ book display at Monroeville Public Library was taken down after a contentious local debate; residents are pressing officials for answers.

The 7th Street post office that served Skid Row closed in January after repeated break‑ins, redirecting P.O. boxes and forcing many residents to travel farther for mail.

Consumer fireworks are banned inside Austin, and downtown will see long closures for the Star Spangled Fest. Read the rules, safety tips and travel warnings before you celebrate.