The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office hosted Safety Town to educate children on safety and strengthen community ties, featuring interactive stations and giving out school supplies.

Delray Beach issued a boil water notice due to a water main break, affecting several addresses and requiring water to be boiled before use until further notice.

Colin Kaepernick joined PPS Superintendent Dr. Armstrong at Benson High School to discuss perseverance and announce a partnership with his AI company, raising both hopes and concerns about AI in education.

The Phoenix Police Department's Communications Bureau moved to a new center in the renovated police headquarters, enhancing their work environment and communications capabilities.

Maple Grove Police invite residents to a free Police Citizens Academy for an inside look at local law enforcement, including hands-on experiences, running on Tuesdays from September to November.

Farragut is hosting a free Beach Party on the Plaza event on August 23, with live music, food trucks, and activities for a non-sandy summer celebration. Attendees are encouraged to wear Hawaiian shirts.

Huntersville plans to improve road safety with a Safety Action Plan, using a $240k U.S. DOT grant to pursue zero traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges awareness for child safety as North Carolina students return to school, highlighting the importance of bus safety due to high bus traffic and recent fatalities.

Unscheduled fireworks puzzled Boston residents, only to be revealed as part of a legislative summit closed by a concert with the Boston Pops and Boyz II Men.

Chief Brian O'Hara of the Minneapolis Police Department was awarded the International Citizen Award for 2025 by the LaJune Thomas Lange International Leadership Institute, honoring his contributions to global understanding and cooperation.

Two Manhattan lottery players won $1 million each from Powerball and Mega Millions tickets, with winners purchasing at Diamond News Inc. and Lucky Corner. Julio Torres Germosen claimed a Mega Millions prize, receiving $612,240 after taxes.

Nickole Cheron, Portland's ADA Title II Disability Equity Manager, advocates for a more accessible city, drawing on personal experiences to address challenges faced by people with disabilities.

Wake County opens applications for its Career in a Year Fire Academy, offering paid training and certifications for aspiring firefighters, with an application deadline of August 29.