Rowlett council authorizes up to $32.8 million for city projects
Rowlett officials approved debt authorizations for streets, parks, public-safety vehicles, facilities and water-sewer infrastructure, with pricing expected in August.
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Schenectady Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Attempted Robbery
James R. Downing was sentenced in Schenectady County Court after pleading guilty to attempted robbery involving a knife and a pack of cigarettes.
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Two Killed, One Wounded in Shooting Outside Yuba City 7-Eleven
Two men were killed and a third person was wounded after a physical altercation and shooting outside a 7-Eleven on Market Street in Yuba City.
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Delray Beach Approves Townhome Use With Zoning Waivers
The City Commission approved multifamily housing in a general-commercial district and granted waivers affecting townhome spacing, circulation and buffers.
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Waukesha County Sets Review Step for Juno House Shelter Project
Waukesha County proposed $139,053.63 in CDBG funds for a garage and fence at Juno House Shelter, with federal review scheduled next.
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Garland Moves Toward 2026-27 Budget Vote and Possible Tax Election
Garland officials have begun reviewing the proposed 2026-27 budget, including 10 police officers, with a public hearing and adoption action set for Aug. 17.
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Irving Secures $35.6 Million for Flood-Control Projects
Irving secured $35.6 million for flood mitigation and neighborhood protection, following a separate $70 million award announced for flood-prone areas in 2025.
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Glendale Budget Cuts Services as Police Staffing Expands
Glendale’s 2026-27 budget began July 1 with service reductions, eight new downtown police officers and continued crime-lab development.
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Toledo Names Kevin Braun as Next Police Chief
Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz announced Chief Michael Troendle will retire Nov. 1, 2026, with Assistant Chief Kevin Braun set to succeed him.
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Amazon Plans 494 Layoffs as Port St. Lucie Facility Closes
A Florida WARN filing lists 494 Amazon workers affected by a planned Sept. 17, 2026 closure for a roughly two-year, $200 million conversion.
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Laredo Teen Arrested on Six Smuggling Counts Near U.S. 83
A Laredo teenager faces six smuggling-related counts after a traffic stop near U.S. 83. The arrest was reported Aug. 3; no next court date was identified.
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Texas Tech Renames Lubbock Stadium Galaxy Stadium
Texas Tech and Galaxy announced a 15-year naming-rights agreement for Jones AT&T Stadium, which will become Galaxy Stadium for the 2026 football season.
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Chula Vista Drops Proposed Charter Overhaul After Backlash
The Chula Vista City Council abandoned a November ballot proposal involving council pay, third-term eligibility and contractor-disclosure rules.
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Chandler Ends Use of Flock License-Plate Readers After Audit Anomaly
Chandler ended its use of about 40 Flock license-plate cameras after an audit found an anomaly, putting renewal plans and privacy safeguards on hold.
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Madison Response Continues After Fatal Police Shooting Near Capitol
Protests and canceled or disrupted city events followed a fatal Madison police shooting near the Capitol as an independent state investigation continues.
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Durham considers 80 affordable apartments at former police HQ site
Durham is considering a 99-year lease and more than $6 million in financing for 80 affordable apartments at the former police headquarters.
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St. Paul sets Aug. 5 deadline to close Pig’s Eye Park encampment
St. Paul plans to close three homeless encampments, beginning at Pig’s Eye Park on Aug. 5, as the city cites safety concerns and adds shelter capacity.
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Construction Begins on Newark’s Broadway Park After Six-Year Effort
Construction has begun on Broadway Park beside Luis Muñoz Marín Elementary School, turning abandoned lots into planned public space by spring 2027.
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Stockton Council Approves Police Armored Vehicles and Drones
The Stockton City Council voted 7-0 to approve the police department’s annual military-equipment report and authorize 2026 purchases.
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Five Unrelated Shootings Injure Six People in Lexington Weekend
Five unrelated shootings injured six people in Lexington over the July 25-26 weekend, making it the city’s second-highest nonfatal-shooting total since 2021.
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Honolulu Police Plan August Launch of Citywide Drone Program
Honolulu Police Chief David Lazar says HPD plans to begin using drones across the city in August 2026 to help catch, investigate and respond to crime.
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Wichita Names Chief Mire as Fire Chief Tammy Snow Plans Retirement
Tammy Snow plans to retire as Wichita fire chief in August 2026. Chief Mire is expected to take command on Aug. 24 as the department prepares for a 2027 station opening.