UC San Diego climbed to No. 3 among U.S. public universities in the 2024 ARWU ranking, and to No. 18 worldwide, bolstered by significant research and academic achievements.

The DLNR is seeking Maui residents' input on a new nearshore management plan to protect marine life and reefs, developed with the Maui Navigation Team.

Governor Whitmer has directed flags in Michigan to be lowered to half-staff to honor Patriot Day and remember the victims and heroes of the 9/11 attacks.

Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas returned to Miami after a nine-month world cruise, visiting 60 countries and becoming a viral sensation on TikTok.

A power outage in Grand Haven affected 15,000 customers after a protective relay failed, compounded by maintenance on another feed. BLP restored power within hours and is investigating the cause.

Tampa Bay commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks with memorials and events, including traditional ceremonies and illuminated tributes.

Bellevue Botanical Garden is displaying "The Lost Bird Project," bronze sculptures of extinct birds, with related educational programs on conservation.

Hennepin County hosts an Accessible Voting Technology Open House to demonstrate new voting machines for disabled voters at the Minneapolis Central Library on September 11.

A Lower Burrell community rallies around a family who lost their home to fire, with fundraisers and donations organized by a local pizzeria and community members.

Seattle Parks & Recreation is hosting various fall and Halloween events, including festive celebrations, pumpkin carvings, haunted houses, and community center carnivals. Activities cater to all ages, with some free to attend.

Doug Ohman will give a presentation titled "School House Memories" at the MAYC event, recounting the era of one-room schoolhouses in America. Registration is required.

A TSA employee at Detroit Metro Airport donated a kidney, saving her cousin's life and participating in a paired organ swap.

Bellevue and Eastside cities prepare for Welcoming Week from Sept. 13-22 to celebrate cultural diversity and support newcomers to the U.S., with a variety of inclusive community events.