State auditors and parents say South Central Soccer Academy failed to run required criminal checks on recreational coaches for years, prompting an emergency vetting push. The lapse affected a club that registers thousands of youth.

Brooklyn Heights residents say a landmarked building is riddled with hazards and fear they’ll be displaced as repairs lag. Organizers and city data underscore the wider problem.

A Hindu congregation sued to lift a 1967 land‑use restriction that blocks a proposed temple and townhouses on a 34‑acre Elgin parcel.

Parents say a 13‑year‑old Brainerd girl told them she was bullied before she died; the district says it activated crisis teams and will review training.

Neighbors want tougher enforcement after high‑occupancy vacation homes drew complaints and prompted thousands of fire‑safety checks.

Hillsborough County will remove i‑Ready and Amira from daily K‑2 lessons, shifting classrooms back to books, handwriting and hands‑on learning while keeping devices for tests.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh approved a $150,000 boost to community security, bringing its annual security investment to $350,000. The funds will staff up security roles and expand training.

Marc Anthony, Ricardo Montaner and other Latin stars will headline a telethon-style benefit at Kaseya Center on Aug. 16 to raise funds for Venezuela earthquake relief.

A Baltimore woman says a roughly $228,000 water lien tied to a master meter is blocking the sale of her inherited home.

Maha Freij is stepping back after more than 35 years leading ACCESS. The board named COO Lina Hourani‑Harajli to become president and CEO on Oct. 1, 2026.

Triple‑digit heat brings free evening Family Nights at select Sacramento pools, plus splash‑pad options through Oct. 1.

Steph Curry was honored with the Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award for his Oakland-focused Eat. Learn. Play foundation. The nonprofit says it has delivered millions of meals and rebuilt schoolyards across the district.

San Diego law enforcement will accept unwanted guns in Encinitas Saturday; anonymous turn‑ins earn gift cards and free trigger locks.