Sgt. Nathaniel J. Thomas, 34, a member of the Indiana National Guard and an Indianapolis firefighter, died during training at Fort Bragg. Officials and colleagues have asked for privacy as they arrange honors.

LendingTree found 26.4% of Maryland residents 65+ are employed, ranking the state third nationwide. The development arrives as Maryland codifies a 10‑year plan for an aging population.

Forest Park’s Atlanta State Farmers Market has begun trapping feral cats; local rescue groups say shelters are full and are pressing for TNR, fosters or barn placements.

A Pinckney resident says Livingston County personnel washed away a neighbor’s Pride sidewalk painting; organizers documented the removal and planned a picnic. Local officials have not yet commented.

Queens Pride returns to Jackson Heights this Sunday with a parade, grand marshals and a multicultural street fair along 37th Avenue.

Once a small neighborhood march, Delco Pride now fills Media's State Street with a parade on Saturday and a large festival in Upper Darby next weekend.

The School District opened a climate audit at Frankford High after staffers alleged 'ghost' classes, grade tinkering and a physical encounter involving the principal.

Chicago placed a $100M+ order for 120 emergency vehicles — 42 pumpers, 38 ladder trucks and 40 ambulances — to modernize an aging fleet and boost front-line safety.

Hawaiian Electric says eligible customers can apply through June 30 for a one-time H‑HEAP credit that will be applied to electric accounts. Local agencies process applications.

A federal class action accuses Corewell Health and a collector of pursuing millions in ‘balance billed’ debts that plaintiffs say insurers already covered.

Sebastopol's regional library shut abruptly after staff reported an environmental concern. Inspections are underway and holds were moved to Forestville.

An Eagle Lake resident quietly claimed $1 million on a Million Dollar Loteria scratch ticket bought at Time Maxx. The store could qualify for a $10,000 retailer bonus.

Memphis Pride returns to Beale Street and Robert Church Park Saturday with a parade, two stages and 175+ vendors. Tickets start at $3.