Chicago's Chinatown opens its first "express DMV" to enhance service efficiency, benefitting multiple neighborhoods. No appointments needed at the facility, which offers a range of services, including REAL ID applications.

Philadelphia Police are searching for Shairalyz Figueroa, a 13-year-old girl missing since Tuesday from North Marshall Street, potentially heading to New York.

ERCOT warns of potential grid strain in Texas due to high temperatures and power plant maintenance, asking Texans to conserve energy to avoid emergencies.

Austin Pets Alive! opens its fifth thrift store in Pflugerville, Texas, aiming to support its animal welfare programs through the new establishment's revenue.

Gas prices in Michigan hit a new high for 2024 at $3.70 per gallon, slightly dropping to $3.69 by Monday, with suggestions for motorists to save on fuel costs provided by AAA.

The TWRA will merge its hunting and fishing guides into one, effective August 1, 2024, to cut costs and simplify access to regulations, with rules set annually from August to July.

Rosa Café + Market, a Black and women-owned business in Detroit, plans to open a second location at the Residences at Water Square in summer, offering coffee, food, and riverfront views.

Lemont, Illinois, approved video gambling at local businesses, while neighbor Homer Glen debates its regulations and considers banning it at truck stops.

Rep. Ruben Gallego demands answers from 11 refineries about surging gas prices in Arizona, as Phoenix sees a 50 cent per gallon hike, pushing prices over $4.

Houston ranks as the fourth-worst metro area for cannabis users due to high costs and few retailers, according to a report by Real Estate Witch and Leafly.

San Antonio is considering creating The Link, a new urban park estimated to cost $150 million, to boost city life and tourism. Its feasibility has been confirmed, but practical and financial concerns persist.

A Portland truck driver is recovering from serious head injuries after a turkey crashed through his windshield, causing him to lose consciousness and crash.

St. Mary's Strip in San Antonio celebrates its grand reopening after a challenging period of construction and economic strain, with local businesses and the District 1 office hosting a festive event with improvements like new lighting and sidewalks.