The Kaua‘i Police Department is hosting its fourth annual Touch-A-Truck event on June 21 at Vidinha Stadium, where families can explore various service vehicles.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams launches a citywide fatherhood initiative to support paternal involvement in children's lives, with resources and events featured in "Father Friendly Summer."

Governor Hochul launches a $100 million NY BRICKS program for creating community centers in underserved areas in New York, with grants of up to $15 million. Applications open July 14.

San Antonio Public Library offers a summer program with free books, diverse activities for children, teens, and adults, including educational workshops and collectibles.

Clark County Public Health warns of high toxin levels in Lacamas Lake, advising against contact with the water and consumption of lake fish without proper cleaning.

Special education students at Waipahu High School earned college credit, making history in Hawaiʻi's education system with their commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities.

New York City officials announce the opening of an inclusive early childhood education center in Brooklyn, aiming to serve children with and without disabilities, including dedicated AIMS classrooms for students with autism.

Reports reveal racial bias in NYC child welfare, with Black and Latino families facing more investigations and an algorithm potentially exacerbating systemic biases.

The Bronx DA's office has accepted 109 law and undergrad students into its summer internship program, one of its largest cohorts, offering hands-on legal experience.

The Manhattan D.A. has allocated $295,000 to local groups for summer programs aimed at preventing youth gun violence, marking a continued investment in community-based initiatives.

Shelby County allocates $180,000 for scholarships to support over 1,000 youths to attend local summer camps, reflecting the county's commitment to providing positive, cost-free summer experiences for children.

Mayor Eric Adams has expanded NYC's youth swimming program and dedicated it to two teenagers who drowned, aiming to teach 18,000 second graders to swim for free annually.

ICE's detention of a Bronx high school student named Dylan led to protests and official condemnation in New York City, with legal and health concerns raised about his treatment post-arrest.