A tornado caused significant damage in Palm Beach Gardens, with many homes and vehicles affected, as residents prepare for the impending Hurricane Milton.

A 7-Eleven in Chicago sold a Lotto ticket winning a $1 million jackpot, marking the 14th Lotto millionaire in Illinois this year. The winner has a year to claim the prize.

Gregg Goldman has been named the new executive VP for Finance and Operations at the University of Minnesota, with his appointment pending Board of Regents approval.

Athens-Clarke County Government has announced service changes for Indigenous Peoples' Day. Certain departments will be closed, trash collection delayed, but transit will operate normally.

Metro Detroit non-profits seek volunteers to prepare and distribute aid for Hurricane Milton, with DRAW leading efforts to assemble emergency supplies. Volunteers from Michigan assist with Hurricane Helene and brace for Milton.

A lawsuit was filed against Milwaukee Public Schools for not complying with a state law requiring police presence in schools. The plaintiff is concerned about student safety and legal adherence.

Butts County seeks proposals for debris monitoring services to enhance public safety and environmental health, with a deadline for queries until October 22nd, 2024, and for submissions by November 5th, 2024.

The City of Detroit's social media clapped back at Equanimeous St. Brown's negative comments about the city on a podcast, sparking an online exchange with the NFL player.

A tornado hit Wellington, Florida, causing significant property damage but no serious injuries reported, just hours before Hurricane Milton's expected landfall.

Austin officials indefinitely enforce the 'No Refusal' DUI policy, mandating search warrants for blood samples when breath or blood tests are refused.

Cobb County Government and Cobb School District will host a seminar on October 17 to help local businesses become vendors with local government and schools.

Boulder County residents are invited to a Town Hall on October 15 to discuss the proposed 2025 budget with county commissioners at the East Boulder Recreation Center.

The Santa Monica City Council approved an affordable housing project with 122 units aimed at lower-income individuals and those experiencing homelessness, with an expected completion by 2029.