An elderly man was hospitalized with third-degree burns after a fire at an Atlanta rooming house. The blaze was contained, and the Red Cross is assisting displaced residents. The cause is under investigation but may be electrical.

Michele Yates retired from the Mesquite Police Department after 25 years, having served in various roles including recruiting officers. Her contributions were celebrated in a Facebook post by the department.

Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office announces plans to ensure school safety during reopening, promoting traffic assistance, community engagement, and a social media campaign for a secure academic year.

The City of Gresham has lifted the boil water notice for the Kelly Creek area after confirming the water is safe.

Metro Atlanta students return to school with enhanced security, including high-tech weapons detection and Vapor Wake K-9s, camera-equipped buses, and a focus on distraction-free learning with cell phone restrictions.

Portland Police oversaw a peaceful protest march without incidents, ensuring safety and traffic flow, and maintained a policy of non-engagement in immigration enforcement.

Assistant professor Matthew Young of Utah State University has received a $450,000 NSF CAREER award to advance his work in representation theory and its educational impact.

Dunwoody has implemented CentralSquare as its new software for permitting, licensing, and code enforcement, transitioning from iWorQ, with the aim of improving service and accessibility.

Erica Kahn faced over $20,000 in medical bills for rabies treatment after a bat encounter in Arizona, due to her health plan's uncommunicated waiting period.

Over 50 exotic animals were rescued from a property in Rio Verde due to neglect, lacking water and shade in extreme heat. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and volunteers provided aid, with an investigation into the owner ongoing.

Las Cruces launches a 12-week “Know your City” program offering residents a look into city operations, with sessions at City Hall and a graduation event.

The Minneapolis Police Department participated in the Open Streets Minneapolis event, inviting the public to interact with various police units and foster community ties.

Minneapolis Police and Hennepin County Sheriff's Office will host a "Back to School Jamboree" with school supply giveaways and refreshments on August 6th to support children.