Austin City Council has approved a $1 billion upgrade for the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant to increase capacity and modernize the facility.

A new community of over 200 "micro homes" is being developed in San Marcos, Texas, by startup Casata, to provide affordable, energy-efficient living options ranging from 500 to 800 square feet.

Mayor Giles of Mesa has unveiled a new Youth Climate Action Fund offering grants for youth-led projects on climate issues, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies with a $50,000 investment.

A Taiwanese bioscience delegation visits Phoenix to seek partnerships and explore the city's medical tech advancements, with support from Mayor Gallego and Congressman Stanton.

San Francisco breaks ground on 335 affordable homes, boosting its East Cut neighborhood, with Mayor Breed emphasizing the impact on seniors, low-income families, and the formerly homeless.

Residents backed by Judicial Watch sue Evanston, Illinois, claiming its reparations program for Black residents violates the equal protection clause of the Constitution.

Clackamas County exceeded its homelessness prevention goals, keeping 797 households with 1,882 individuals from eviction, and surpassed its yearly target for shelter units.

Austin City Council approved a $30,000 increase in the homestead tax exemption for senior and disabled residents, which may result in a slight tax increase for non-senior homeowners.

The Phoenix City Council approved the Gila Foothills development, including a resort, EV campus, and healthcare facility, on a 300-acre site in Laveen Village.

A man assaulted Waffle House employees, stole cash, and fled. He was found in a hotel attic, fell through the ceiling, and was arrested after a standoff with police.

Knoxville's Sunsphere is closing temporarily for renovations ahead of a new welcome center's opening; it will have enhanced visitor facilities and a Rubik's cube-inspired design.

The estate of Papa Murphy's co-founder in West Petaluma, known as Villa Terra Rosa, is on the market for $12.5 million, boasting luxury amenities and Italian-inspired architecture.

East Austin community groups urge City Council to create affordable housing mandates to combat gentrification and displacement caused by rising costs and development.