Two big Independence Day gatherings land in Puyallup this weekend — drive‑in fireworks at the fair on Friday and an America 250 celebration downtown on Saturday. Organizers recommend early arrival and list free downtown parking options.

Clark County says nearly 100 children are at its emergency shelter and almost half are under 6. The county is fast-tracking foster training starting July 11.

Star Spangled Sanford returns to the Riverwalk this Saturday with performers, vendors and a fireworks finale over Lake Monroe. Officials warn of street closures, marina restrictions and heavy traffic.

Nashville’s new Waste Services department marked its first year, pointing to insourced routes, tablet-based routing, nine new trucks and a foam recycling pilot.

Coppell's Party in the Park lights up Andrew Brown Park East this Saturday. Here's where to park and what trails will close.

A Charlotte family says federal agents took their uncle during a routine ICE check and he was later deported to Somalia, leaving loved ones scrambling for answers.

Five puppies were rescued from a vacant west-side Detroit house after demolition crews found them. Rescuers say the pups are in foster care and will be cleared for adoption after vet checks.

Three Steps Home launched a 31‑bed medical respite center at Peter & Paul Community Campus to let unhoused patients recover with 24/7 nursing and case management.

Lowell Park hosts a beer garden and fireworks Friday night and a downtown Independence Day parade steps off Saturday morning. The city’s America250 weekend includes ceremonies, live music and a planned flyover.

A Columbus family says Stanford Van Lines picked up their household goods and the same items later showed up in an online Public Storage auction; the sale has been paused while recovery efforts proceed.

A new Tennessee law launched July 1, 2026, creating a short pilot that lets eligible caregivers of people with dementia apply for reimbursements up to $6,000.

Resident doctors at Beth Israel Deaconess ratified their first union contract, winning higher pay for junior physicians, exam reimbursements and 12 weeks of parental leave.

State law changed, but Oklahoma City still bans consumer fireworks. Hosts should supervise pools, arrange sober rides and check insurance before July Fourth.