Richmond approves nearly $50 million Shockoe Valley street project
Richmond’s Planning Commission approved a nearly $50 million redesign for roughly half a mile of Shockoe Valley streets, preserving $33.3 million in federal funding.
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Memphis Police Report 36% Drop in Part I Crime Through June
Memphis police reported a 36% year-to-date decline in Part I crime, fewer murders and an 81% homicide-clearance rate through June.
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Jacksonville council backs negotiations for CIA downtown campus
The Jacksonville City Council voted 16-2 to authorize negotiations on a proposed Culinary Institute of America campus and a multiyear city funding plan.
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Nashville Moves to Acquire Zoo-Area Site Targeted for Data Center
The Metro Council authorized eminent domain proceedings for a 23-acre property beside Nashville Zoo, where DC Blox proposed a data-center campus.
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BART to Add Longer Trains, Change Transfers on Aug. 10
BART will change its schedule Aug. 10, adding longer peak trains and revising transfers and train spacing on San Francisco-area routes.
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Denver Adds Millions for Rental Aid, Elections and Ticket Appeals
Denver’s mayor adjusted the 2026 budget after council requests, adding money for rental aid, election costs and a new way to appeal parking tickets.
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Dallas Budget Town Halls Set for Aug. 11-25 Amid Shortfall
Dallas will hold FY 2026-27 budget town halls from Aug. 11-25, giving residents a chance to weigh in before the City Council considers a final plan.
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New York officials unveil plan to expand and speed up bus service
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a citywide bus plan focused on faster trips, expanded service and better operations.
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Momence advances $1.49 million Southside water-main project, with road work tied to the upgrade
Momence approved Kankakee Valley Construction Company’s $1,488,379 low bid for the Southside Water Main Crossing, contingent on Illinois EPA loan approval.
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FAA awards $8.62 million for Dickinson airport apron, taxiways and lighting
The Federal Aviation Administration awarded $8,619,121 to Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport for a new terminal apron, Taxiways H and I, and new taxiway lighting.
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Maryland approves $50,000 for downtown Chestertown façade-improvement program
The Maryland Board of Public Works approved a $50,000 award to Main Street Historic Chestertown Inc. for the Downtown Chestertown Façade Improvement Program.
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Alachua schools designate 23 campuses for free meals for all students next school year
Alachua County Public Schools designated 23 schools, including some charter campuses, to provide free breakfast and lunch to every student during the 2026-27 school year.
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Shorewood schedules public hearing on zoning-code and land-use fee changes
Shorewood’s Planning Commission is scheduled to hold an August 18 public hearing on Phase 1 zoning-code changes and proposed land-use fee amendments, with City Council consideration set for September 14.
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Monroe schools will issue digital bus passes and may change stops for Williamstown students
Monroe Township Public Schools will move 2026–27 bus passes and stop information to Genesis, while route optimization may change some bus stops.
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Cass County opens comment period on 68-lot Waterside Estates development near Walker
Cass County is accepting public comments through Aug. 20 on an environmental review for a proposed 115-acre, 68-lot residential development in Fairview Township.
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Former Hays Manor site in McKees Rocks will not be rebuilt as affordable housing
The Allegheny County Housing Authority has abandoned plans for 50 subsidized homes at the former Hays Manor site, citing construction costs, community opposition and uncertain federal funding.
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New Mexico Junior College commits nearly $7 million to remodel Mansur Hall
New Mexico Junior College has committed $6.99 million to renovate Mansur Hall in Hobbs and modernize its classroom space.
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Clinton reopens Market Street after yearlong downtown construction
Market Street in downtown Clinton reopened July 3 after more than a year of grant-supported construction that added pedestrian-friendly sidewalks and traffic-calming improvements.
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Fairview Township Reopens Trash and Recycling Bidding as Zoning Work Advances
Fairview Township posted new trash and recycling rebid documents July 28 while continuing comprehensive zoning work and preparing for an Aug. 20 hearing on Cox/Cardinal Lane.
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Wadsworth school tax proposal remains unresolved after five-option certification process
Wadsworth City Schools approved five possible tax options for certification June 30 and scheduled a July 20 meeting to decide which proposal, if any, to pursue.
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Bedford awarded $498,200 in Indiana road and bridge funding
Bedford will receive $498,200 for local road and bridge projects in a July 8, 2026, state funding announcement covering more than $1.4 million for Lawrence County communities.
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Loganville Seeks Proposals to Purchase and Redevelop 254 Main Street
Loganville’s Downtown Development Authority issued a request for proposals for the purchase and redevelopment of 254 Main Street in Historic Downtown Loganville. Responses are due Sept. 30, 2026.