The City of Dallas is holding an "Empty the Shelter" event to find homes for pets, while also celebrating over 1,000 successful "Doggie Daycation" outings and seeking volunteers for its Kitten Nursery and new dog playgroup times.

The 2025 RADIO Conference in Oregon focused on upgrading public safety networks, featuring strategies and tech advancements to improve emergency response communications.

Raleigh celebrated eco-friendly initiatives at their Earth Day and Arbor Day event, awarding local leaders and businesses for sustainability and climate action.

Bryan Adams to be promoted to Chief of Police in Hickory on July 1, succeeding retiring Chief Reed Baer. Adams, with 27 years at HPD, was Deputy Chief and praised for his leadership qualities.

Fort Lauderdale begins a stormwater system upgrade in Progresso Village to address climate change and rainfall, affecting traffic routes from May 13-23, 2025. The project includes new pipes, drainage, and a pump station.

WES and SOLVE held their annual cleanup event, where volunteers removed 791 pounds of litter from Gladstone's Meldrum Bar Park, reinforcing their commitment to waterway preservation.

The LGBTQ+ community anticipates whether Pope Leo XIV will follow in Pope Francis' inclusive steps regarding their acceptance in the Roman Catholic Church.

The Norris Penrose Event Center hosted a Mounted Instructor School for law enforcement, focusing on horsemanship and emergency response, led by the El Paso County Sheriff's Mounted Unit.

Officer Benjamin Manuel of the Raleigh Police Department was awarded the 2024 MADD North Carolina Officer of the Year for his exceptional traffic enforcement and public safety efforts.

The North Carolina Museum of History has loaned a 19th-century dresser by Thomas Day to The Met for their "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition.

Athens-Clarke County invites public input on its five-year housing and community development plan and use of HUD funds. Written comments are accepted until June 8, 2025.

Bike Carmel and IU Health encourage cycling during Bike Month with the Love to Ride Challenge, offering feedback opportunities on local routes and prize entries for participation.

Law enforcement and community members honored Deputy Larry Henderson at a funeral service after his line-of-duty death, with a procession in Anderson Township and service at Xavier University.