Oceanside adopts updated General Plan after council vote
The Oceanside City Council adopted an updated General Plan on June 26, creating a revised citywide framework for future land use and development decisions.
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Elk Grove Unified adopts $1.16 billion 2026-27 budget
The Elk Grove Unified board unanimously approved a budget that targets a more than 90% reduction in the district’s operating deficit.
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Clarksville Finalizes $178.7 Million FY2026-27 Budget
Clarksville’s finalized FY2026-27 budget sets $178.7 million in General Fund spending, a $1.01 tax rate and a Rossview Road widening priority.
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Huntington Beach Sports Complex Proposal Moves to Finance Review
Huntington Beach City Council sent a sports-complex upgrade proposal to the Finance Commission, with a recommendation due Aug. 18, 2026.
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Brownsville City Hall modernization set to begin in December
Brownsville City Hall modernization work is scheduled to start in December 2026, with phased renovations and temporary department moves to Cummings Middle School.
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Montgomery Reports Fewer Homicides, More Arrests in First Half of 2026
Montgomery officials reported 26 homicides in the first half of 2026, down from 32, while police made more than 3,700 arrests, a 44.5% increase.
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Fontana commission to review proposed commercial center on Aug. 18
Fontana’s Planning Commission will review a proposed 69,617-square-foot commercial center at Sierra Avenue and Terra Vista Drive on Aug. 18.
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ARISE Juvenile Court Calendar Moving to Victorville Aug. 12
San Bernardino County Superior Court will move the ARISE juvenile court calendar to Victorville on Aug. 12, 2026, while keeping its regular schedule.
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Santa Clarita Opposes Proposed Courthouse Site Near McBean Parkway
Santa Clarita officials oppose a proposed courthouse site near McBean Parkway and Valencia Boulevard and say they are pursuing alternative locations.
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McKinney council approves Islamic association campus expansion
The McKinney City Council voted 7-0 to approve the Islamic association’s proposed Virginia Parkway campus expansion after a contentious public meeting.
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Bentonville adopts new Community Code for development rules
The Bentonville City Council adopted a code combining zoning and land-development regulations as the city continues planning for growth.
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Herriman docket advances five commercial and housing proposals
Herriman’s July development tracker lists five active or pending projects, including a Life Time sign, an event center, townhomes and a boulevard rezoning request.
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Chapel Hill Releases Draft Land-Use Rules, Sets Public Meetings
Chapel Hill has released a draft update to its Land Use Management Ordinance and scheduled public open houses for Aug. 17 and Sept. 10.
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Marietta Council Sets August Vote on Powers Ferry Data Center Rezoning
Marietta City Council is set to consider a rezoning for a proposed data center at 1155 Powers Ferry Place after an Aug. 10 work session.
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Moore to Close Southwest Fourth Street for Two-Week Repair
Southwest Fourth Street in Moore will close Aug. 10 for drainage and concrete repairs, with drivers directed to routes near Telephone Road and Max Morgan Boulevard.
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Coon Rapids approves Cardinal Crest plat and water plant work
The Coon Rapids City Council approved the Cardinal Crest housing plat, parks plan, property agreement changes and water-treatment improvements.
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Celina ISD Plans to Open Three Facilities for 2026-27 School Year
Celina ISD plans to open three major facilities for the 2026-27 school year, with students scheduled to return Aug. 12, 2026.
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Fulshear Council Weighs Possible E-Scooter Prohibition
Fulshear officials are considering tighter e-scooter rules, including a possible prohibition, after months of safety education aimed at young riders.
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North Hamilton Crossing Review Remains in Progress
North Hamilton Crossing remains in environmental review, while Hamilton has not documented final approval of the plan amendment for the proposed corridor.
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Bellevue Defense-Tech Campus Lands Anchor Tenant, $50 Million State Commitment
A planned Bellevue defense-technology campus has secured its first major tenant and is expected to receive $50 million in state support.
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Former South San Francisco Ramada Inn Being Converted to Senior Housing
Renovation is underway at the former Ramada Inn on Airport Boulevard, with the project expected to open later in 2026 for seniors at risk of homelessness.
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Deerfield Beach Builds Its Own Police and Fire Departments
Deerfield Beach is moving ahead with municipal police and fire departments, naming transitional leaders while staffing, operations and costs remain unsettled.