A viral Nextdoor post showing a supposed mountain lion in Lemon Hill was debunked as an AI‑edited image, officials say. The episode highlights how manipulated footage can spread fast.

The Charlotte Museum of History canceled its July 4 naturalization ceremony amid immigration‑enforcement concerns; USCIS says it may coordinate a later oath.

Santa Clarita will stage its largest Fourth of July Parade yet — 110 entries, a pancake breakfast in Old Town Newhall, and fireworks over Valencia.

A parks department post saying City Hall would fly Somalia’s flag was deleted after national backlash. City officials say the message was inaccurate.

City officials released a safety plan ahead of the America 250 weekend with ramp closures, capacity limits at lakefront watch parties and tips on heat, grilling and pets.

A Quick Pick sold at a Fort Lauderdale Publix won the $6.75M Florida Lotto jackpot in Wednesday’s drawing. Two Fantasy 5 tickets also paid big in Miami Gardens and Volusia County.

A D.C. bill passed the Council in June that would limit hospital collections and shield residents’ credit; Tzedek DC attorney Jennifer Holloway helped lead the push.

Columbus Business First's 2026 employer list names 650+ Central Ohio organizations that together employ nearly 400,000 people across seven counties.

Jeffersonville and other Southern Indiana libraries warn an FCC review of the E‑Rate program could threaten the free, high‑speed internet they provide to patrons.

Durham Rescue Mission activated Operation Cool Shelter as heat advisories blanket the Triangle, offering air-conditioned space, meals, showers and outreach to people at risk.

Parish rules on consumer fireworks differ across southeast Louisiana — some ban them inside city limits, others allow limited use. Here’s a quick guide to the rules and public shows.

Marysville High will no longer use its 'Indians' mascot as California's expanded ban on Native American-themed school names took effect July 1, 2026.

After nearly 30 years, the Big Wave Center opened at 380 Airport St., offering housing and on-site job and culinary programs for adults with developmental disabilities.