Las Cruces officials offer advice for safely coexisting with snakes, emphasizing noise-making, protective clothing, vigilance, and calm responses to sightings and bites.

Illinois' Sarah Kerley awarded the Eugene H. Rooney, Jr. Award for HR innovations, significantly reducing hiring timelines and increasing state workforce diversity.

The Gladstone Health Center Fair in Clackamas County offers families a chance to connect with pediatric health experts on August 8, with activities and health resources.

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters will walk with officers in Robinson’s Addition to hear concerns from residents on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., meeting at 900 Canal Street.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection recently discovered a live Egyptian locust in a traveler's luggage at Detroit Metro Airport, underscoring the threat invasive species pose to American agriculture.

The Muskingum County Prosecutor's Office joined Project Ready Family Fun Day, supporting the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals through the efforts of local organizations.

Las Cruces is developing a master plan for Young Park and seeking community input during events at Lynn Middle School and the Farmers and Crafts Market.

The City of Folsom's Parks and Recreation department is launching the Parks Make Life Better Challenge in July, encouraging residents to participate in outdoor activities, with social media shares of the experiences leading to prize opportunities.

Las Vegas Trail's new health center in west Fort Worth is celebrated with a community-painted mural, symbolizing hope and improved access to crucial services in the area.

Senator Brenda Stanley visited the Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Center, affirming her dedication to veteran care in Oklahoma and recognizing the center's quality improvements.

Chala Davis-Bell, a 37-year-old mother, was killed by a stray bullet in Racine during an exchange of gunfire between suspects. A vigil was held in her memory.

Senator Roger Marshall visited the Johnson County Mental Health Center, now a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, which aims to improve mental health and substance use disorder care.

Englewood residents can participate in transforming Miller Field Park by attending an open house or completing an online survey. The park renovations are part of the Renew & Recreate campaign, funded by a local bond.