Charlotte approves Blue Line fare checks under CATS overhaul
Charlotte NC – City Council approved a three-year fare-inspection contract that starts on the Blue Line as CATS rolls out proof-of-payment rules and other fare changes.
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What Detroit residents said in the city’s Rise Higher survey
Detroit MI – More than 8,000 residents from all 39 Detroit ZIP codes helped shape City Hall’s Rise Higher priorities on neighborhoods, safety, transit, youth supports, jobs, and city services.
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Farmington’s 2026 comprehensive plan gets July review dates
Farmington’s final comprehensive plan draft goes to the Planning and Zoning Commission on July 13 and City Council on July 27, keeping housing, roads, parks, and future growth in view before the plan advances. ([farmington-mo.gov](https://www.farmington-mo.gov/2026-comprehensive-plan?utm_source=openai))
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Santa Ana hit-and-run arrest follows fatal bicyclist crash
A fatal Santa Ana bike hit-and-run at Standard and Warner led to an arrest after a 38-year-old Santa Ana man turned himself in, police said.
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Detroit air quality alert overlaps with the week’s extreme heat
Metro Detroit is under an ozone air-quality alert as the National Weather Service warns of an Extreme Heat Warning through Thursday, with children, seniors and outdoor workers most at risk. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/high-ozone-levels-air-quality-alert-june-29-detroit-michigan/))
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Shreveport-Bossier City Gas & Diesel Watch: Regular down to $3.374; diesel $4.229
Shreveport LA Gas & Diesel Watch – AAA’s metro average (price as of 6/29/26): regular eased to $3.374; diesel to $4.229, down vs yesterday.
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Salinas approves two-year budget with Amazon revenue in the mix
Salinas approved a two-year budget before July 1, using projected Amazon revenue and fee choices while warning of longer-term Measure G risk.
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Lexington budget keeps eviction aid, adds ADA and public-safety spending
Lexington’s adopted FY27 budget keeps $400,000 for eviction-prevention help and adds ADA upgrades, police technology and facility spending.
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Buffalo election reform commission is running out of time for November ballot
Buffalo’s charter commission is weighing ranked-choice voting, semi-open primaries and petition changes, but the August 3 filing deadline is near.
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Kenmore Prop. 1 ballot committee deadline is July 6
Kenmore voters will decide Proposition 1 in November, and residents have until 4 p.m. July 6 to apply for the pro and con committees.
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Birmingham Nebius lawsuit asks judge to halt Oxmoor data center work
Birmingham residents filed a June 29 suit over Nebius’ Oxmoor Valley project, and a July 1 hearing could decide whether work pauses for now.
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Detroit approves DTE takeover of neighborhood solar projects
Detroit City Council approved shifting three delayed Solar Neighborhoods projects to DTE Energy on June 25, a move meant to keep the plan alive before a July 4 federal tax-credit deadline.
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Raleigh keeps Stage 1 water rules as drought persists
Raleigh remains under Stage 1 water rules as drought persists, with Falls Lake still below the trigger level and recent rain bringing only limited relief.
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D.C. Council budget restores housing vouchers, child care
The D.C. Council approved a nearly $22 billion budget that restores child care, housing vouchers and paid family leave using one-time money.
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McKinney pauses downtown parking garage plan as city redevelopment evolves
McKinney City Council discussed a downtown parking structure on June 16, then signaled a pause as the city refines redevelopment of the former City Hall and Development Services sites.
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Newark wins dismissal in DOJ sanctuary suit, but case can return
A federal judge tossed out the Justice Department’s challenge to Newark’s sanctuary policy without prejudice, leaving the dispute open.
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HHS announces more than $700 million in behavioral-health funding opportunities
United States National Reader Impact Fast Follow – HHS announced more than $700 million in behavioral-health grant opportunities tied to clinics, 988, addiction care, and homelessness.
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DOJ health-care fraud sweep: 455 charged, $6.5B in alleged false claims
DOJ says its 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown charged 455 defendants tied to more than $6.5B in alleged false claims. The rollout is continuing.
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DOJ, EPA announce proposed $450 million Chemours PFAS settlement
DOJ and EPA announced a proposed Chemours PFAS settlement, with public comments open through July 29, 2026.
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Roxbury still wants clearer White Stadium parking and shuttle rules
Roxbury MA – Boston’s White Stadium access plan is signed, but nearby residents still want firmer parking limits, shuttle details, and enforcement.
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South L.A. LAnow free rides end June 30
Los Angeles CA – South L.A. LAnow riders lose the free launch period on June 30, with LADOT’s regular on-demand shuttle fares starting July 1.
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Atlanta pauses new self-storage permit applications before July 6 council step
Atlanta is temporarily freezing new self-storage applications while city leaders weigh longer-term rules for the use. The pause does not apply to existing facilities.