The article details traffic changes and restrictions due to the Caribbean Festival in Boston, including a new J’ouvert Parade route and road closures to ensure public safety and order during the festivities.

Plano Police Department congratulated women completing a Rape Aggression Defense class, which aims to equip them with self-defense skills against assault.

Cuyahoga County obtained a federal waiver for mass replacement of SNAP benefits after a storm caused power outages, allowing automatic benefit replenishment for affected residents.

Barrow County will close government offices and services for Labor Day, but parks will remain open. Public safety staff will stay on duty, and emergency water services can be reached at (770) 307-3014.

Plymouth's Metrolink services will not run on Labor Day, including all fixed routes and Click-and-Ride. Customer service will also be closed, resuming on Sept. 3.

Dan Hord became the new Commissioner of the Texas DPS, taking over from Dale Wainwright, with leaders expressing confidence in Hord's future contributions to public safety.

Round Rock City Manager Laurie Hadley is retiring in December, leaving a legacy of growth and infrastructural development. Assistant City Manager Brooks Bennett is slated to succeed her, continuing the city's development.

Zura, a cat wounded by an arrow, has found a new home after recovery. Her adoption follows a period of care provided by ORCA in Lancaster, while police are still investigating the case of animal cruelty.

Travel writer Rick Steves has announced his prostate cancer diagnosis, with no spread detected, and is scheduled for surgery with positive recovery prospects.

The annual Touch-a-Truck event returns to Milton with new attractions, anticipating a larger crowd for a day of interactive fun and food, supported by local sponsors.

Sanitation crews, police, and volunteers cleared a homeless encampment at Dockweiler State Beach in Los Angeles due to concerns over public health and safety.

PAL of Massachusetts and Massachusetts State Police hosted 80 youths from Lowell and Quincy at a WNBA game at the TD Garden to foster community relations.

Marietta announces an election for Post 2 on the Civil Service Board. Eligible candidates from the local firefighting and policing community can apply for a three-year term. The election is scheduled for October 8-10.