Cleary Lake offers a Canoeing basics class for families on August 3, where participants can learn paddling and safety before canoeing. Reservations, required two days prior, can be made by calling 763-559-6700 with a $12 fee per person.

Altamonte Springs' Westmonte Recreation Center, in partnership with Patriot Aquatics, is now offering a varied year-round aquatics program with many amenities, including a heated outdoor pool with zero-depth entry.

The article discusses ongoing debates in Texas schools about natural hair and racial identity, focusing on former student De'Andre Arnold's suspension for his dreadlocks and his activism for the CROWN Act.

San Francisco opens all public pools for free to provide respite from a heat wave, as temperatures are expected to soar.

Seattle's SDOT reminds drivers that school zones still require caution during summer, with active programs and children present, and that speeding fines apply.

HISD has introduced a $4.4 billion proposal focused on health, safety, and facility improvements, raising concerns about trust and fiscal responsibility under new leadership.

The Thompson Hotel in San Antonio offers a 'glamping' experience for kids, while attractions like The DoSeum and the San Antonio Zoo provide educational fun. The city's River Walk offers art and a scenic route for all ages.

A 6-year-old non-verbal autistic boy, Marcel Traore, was found dead in Lynch Cove, Dundalk after a search operation, prompting discussions on safety protocols for children with autism.

Houston ISD parents are struggling with unclear communications and logistics for summer school, after a robocall incorrectly enrolled students, reflecting systemic issues in the district.

The Illinois Poison Center reports a rise in cannabis edible exposures among children under five, with experts urging safe storage and warning of mental health risks.

A 7-year-old boy, Adrian M. Matias, died following a fire in Chicago's South Shore, which also killed a 24-year-old man and injured four others. The cause is under investigation.

California's County Medical Therapy Units offer engaging summer programs integrating fun and therapy for children with disabilities, providing social interaction and promoting physical and mental well-being.

A Texas judge ordered a trial in Darryl George's hair discrimination case, questioning if his locs violate the CROWN Act, despite a prior finding that a school district's hair policy had discriminatory motives.