A federal jury trial over the 2021 Waverly flood is set for August 2026 and could determine whether CSX is legally responsible for the deadly surge.

Oceanside Unified voted 5‑0 to rename César Chávez Middle School Senda Middle School, a student‑backed choice meant to echo the district's El Camino High. The decision wraps up a months‑long review.

TDHS adopted broad‑based categorical eligibility for SNAP, raising the gross‑income cutoff to 200% and easing asset rules — a change that could expand benefits to more working families across Tennessee.

We Can Now says it will open a North Austin hub in July to house about 70 people and provide on-site mental-health care, meals and clothing. The group is seeking partners to staff the site.

Roy City canceled the Roy Days fireworks, citing extreme drought, budget strain and safety concerns tied to recent incidents and out‑of‑town attendees.

Utah Pride Celebration returns June 3–7 with rallies, a two-day festival at Washington Square and a free Pride Parade at 10 a.m. Sunday. Events include a rooftop reception, youth programming and dozens of vendors.

Seattle will distribute more than 1,400 free World Cup tickets to youth and caregivers, pairing seats with transit help and food vouchers through local groups.

HELP of Southern Nevada launched the 15th annual HELP2O drive to collect bottled water and cooling supplies after local health data showed hundreds of heat‑related deaths. The campaign funnels donations to outreach teams serving people living outdoors.

Seattle's City Council proclaimed June 6 as Amarr Murphy-Paine Day, honoring the Garfield High student killed in 2024 and amplifying family calls for stronger school safety.

A complaint alleges Portland high school baseball players faced threats and racist slurs, prompting questions about how schools handle bias and player safety.

San Mateo County’s Jan. 29 count found 2,240 people experiencing homelessness; shelter placements rose while unsheltered totals held steady. The county says shelter capacity has expanded and hundreds moved into permanent housing since 2024.

A federal judge approved a sealed settlement between UNC–Chapel Hill and a student expelled after a 2021 Title IX probe. The consent decree keeps names and terms private while the court will retain enforcement authority.

A Horsham firefighter was fired after a racial slur was heard on county radio during a vehicle rescue. The fire company says all personnel will receive sensitivity training.