Nashville deal adds 300 acres to planned Beaman Park expansion
A Conservation Fund purchase near Bull Run Road is headed for Metro Parks, but public access, trails, and management plans for the 300 acres remain undecided.
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CapMetro proposes first fare increase since 2015 for Austin riders
CapMetro is seeking public input on proposed fare increases for Austin-area riders, with comments due August 31 and a board vote expected September 28.
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White House Orders Smithsonian Signs in Fight Over U.S. History
A July 24 order directs temporary signs and exhibits outside the Smithsonian history museum, while leaving its interior exhibits and leadership unchanged for now.
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FAA Restores Boeing Authority to Certify New 737 MAX and 787 Jets
The FAA restored Boeing’s authority to issue final airworthiness certificates for new 737 MAX and 787 aircraft while keeping federal oversight in place.
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White Salmon housing discussion will separate current rules from future ideas
White Salmon’s July 29 housing discussion will review current rules, approved projects, housing trends and possible future tools without a scheduled vote.
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NYC Legionnaires’ Cluster Reaches 89 Cases as Oversight Faces Scrutiny
New York City’s Upper East Side Legionnaires’ cluster has reached 89 cases and five deaths, while officials prepare for questions about cooling-tower oversight.
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Centennial’s Colorado Boulevard project could bring lane changes and new paths this fall
Centennial’s Colorado Boulevard redesign could reduce vehicle lanes and add separated paths, but the anticipated 2026 construction window is not fixed.
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Riverside Arts Groups Face July 27 Deadline for City Operating Grants
Riverside nonprofit arts and cultural groups have until 4 p.m. July 27 to apply for city operating support in a new two-year grant program.
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FDA Proposes Drug-Facility Rules to Improve Supply-Chain Visibility
A proposed FDA rule would give regulators more information on distributed drug makers and certain foreign suppliers, but patients and pharmacies see no immediate change.
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Religious Liberty Commission Comments Expose a Church-State Split
A federal commission is reviewing comments on a draft report that seeks broader religious protections while raising questions about church-state neutrality.
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Judge blocks DOJ subpoena for Fulton election-worker data tied to Union City
A federal judge rejected a Justice Department subpoena for personal data on Fulton County 2020 election workers, a ruling tied to the county’s Union City elections hub.
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Boise smoke advisory prohibits outdoor burning in Ada County
An Idaho DEQ smoke advisory covers Ada County, prohibiting outdoor burning as wildfire haze affects Boise and the Treasure Valley. Here is what residents should do.
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Timken Belts closure puts 283 Springfield jobs on a near-term timeline
Timken’s planned Springfield closure affects 283 workers, but separations are scheduled in waves from July through December. The Job Center offers free help.
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Orlando budget faces possible hiring freeze if tax amendment passes
Orlando is weighing hiring freezes, delayed projects and service changes as officials prepare for possible revenue losses from a November tax amendment.
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Greensboro JetZero seeks up to $3 billion in federal financing
JetZero and EXIM signed a preliminary letter to explore up to $3 billion for Greensboro’s planned aerospace campus; the letter is not a funding approval.
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Judge Temporarily Pauses USCIS Work-Permit Restrictions for Asylum Seekers and TPS Holders
A Massachusetts federal judge temporarily paused four USCIS actions affecting some asylum seekers and TPS holders, while leaving the $100 annual fee in place.
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New Federal Loan Limits Are Now in Effect for Graduate Students and Parents
Federal loan limits changed July 1 for graduate students, professional programs and Parent PLUS borrowers. Some continuing students may keep older rules.
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Fed warns inflation is rising again ahead of July rate meeting
The Federal Reserve says inflation accelerated as energy, food and tariff pressures weigh on households before its July 28-29 policy meeting.
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Ocean Shores Elementary Tsunami Refuge Project Enters Bidding
North Beach School District is seeking bids for an elevated tsunami refuge at Ocean Shores Elementary after identifying up to $8.178 million in grant funding.
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After Flanders Road Closure, Westborough Drivers Face More I-495 Changes
The July 18 Flanders Road closure is over, but MassDOT says ramp changes, lane shifts and overnight work continue near the Westborough-Hopkinton interchange.
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Buffalo Chippewa traffic limits are in effect as 21-and-over rule remains a proposal
Weekend vehicle and parking restrictions are in effect on Buffalo’s Chippewa Street, while a proposed 21-and-over access rule remains under review.
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Chicago Fire stadium TIF package draws West Loop backlash over $287M
Chicago approved about $424.9 million in TIF-backed public infrastructure for The 78, while West Loop officials question a planned transfer of up to $287 million.