Kennewick school board approves $1.6 million in cuts
The Kennewick School Board approved $1.6 million in reductions and eliminated more than a dozen positions as the district prepares for 2026-27.
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Daytona Beach proposes $406.5 million budget for fiscal 2026-27
Daytona Beach has proposed a $406.5 million budget for fiscal 2026-27, about 7% above the current year, with spending and millage decisions ahead.
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Sheboygan annexation advances Northland Plastics headquarters plan
Sheboygan’s Plan Commission approved an annexation tied to Northland Plastics’ proposed headquarters relocation. The Common Council was scheduled to review it Aug. 3.
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Chesapeake parents challenge Norfolk Highlands school conversion plan
Chesapeake Public Schools is considering turning Norfolk Highlands Primary into an early-learning center. Parents have raised concerns, but no final vote is documented.
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Irving ISD Sends $952 Million Bond Package to Voters
The Irving ISD board voted July 14 to place a proposed $952 million bond package before voters, setting up a major local decision on school facilities.
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Winston-Salem budget sets August bus-route changes
Winston-Salem adopted a $700.9 million fiscal 2026-27 budget, with fixed-route bus changes planned for August 2026 to improve service use.
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Toledo Releases 2026 Mid-Year Crime Statistics
Toledo officials released the city’s first formal crime update of 2026 on July 9, covering the first half of the year and future public-safety planning.
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St. Petersburg mayoral primary nears as Crist skips forum
St. Petersburg’s nonpartisan mayoral primary is Aug. 18. Incumbent Ken Welch is seeking reelection as Charlie Crist skips a major candidate forum.
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Chandler Ends Flock License-Plate Reader Program After Audit
Chandler discontinued its Flock Safety license-plate reader program after an audit found unexplained system activity. The city’s next policy remains unsettled.
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Anchorage Assembly takes up tax incentives for mixed-use housing
The Anchorage Assembly held an August 4 hearing on a proposal for tax incentives tied to mixed-use, multifamily housing. The measure is not yet confirmed as final.
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Plano Survey Seeks Resident Input on Regional Priorities Through Aug. 31
Plano residents can respond to a regional quality-of-life survey through Aug. 31, covering traffic, housing, crime, inflation, homelessness and the environment.
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North Las Vegas schedules Aug. 8 back-to-school giveaway
North Las Vegas will offer free school supplies and haircuts Aug. 8, but children must attend and supplies will be distributed first come, first served.
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Durham Planning Commission Meeting Set for Aug. 11
Durham’s Planning Commission is scheduled for Aug. 11, following City Council meetings on Aug. 3 and a preservation hearing on Aug. 4.
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Newark Begins North Ward Park Improvements After Six Years of Preparation
Construction has begun on a long-prepared Newark North Ward park project, moving the public-space investment from planning into its next phase.
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Anaheim adopts 2026-27 budget with public safety maintained
Anaheim adopted its 2026-27 budget for the year beginning July 1, citing continued revenue growth, debt retirement and no operational service freezes.
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Honolulu Voter Centers Open Until 7 p.m. for Hawaii Primary
Honolulu voters can use two full-time service centers, register the same day and submit ballots as Hawaii’s primary election takes place Saturday.
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Henderson holds annual Purple Heart Day ceremony downtown
Henderson and Purple Heart Veterans Chapter 730 held the city’s annual National Purple Heart Day ceremony Aug. 7 at Purple Heart Plaza.
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Wichita Names Michael Mire as Next Fire Chief
Michael Mire will take command of the Wichita Fire Department on Aug. 24, succeeding retiring Chief Elizabeth Snow after a national search.
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Arlington Begins Construction on East Arlington Water Tower
Arlington has started construction on a 2.5-million-gallon water tower near the East Arlington Police Services Center, with completion targeted for late 2027.
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24/7 I-70 shoulder closures continue near Aurora interchange
CDOT says 24/7 I-70 shoulder closures remain near Aurora’s Aerotropolis interchange, with overnight work and a westbound traffic shift ahead.
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Bakersfield water rates rise under schedule beginning July 1
Bakersfield’s adopted water-rate schedule sets a $1.99 volumetric charge starting July 1, 2026, with additional increases through 2029.
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APS board holds Aug. 5 meeting as 2026-27 school year begins
The Albuquerque Public Schools board met Aug. 5 as the 2026-27 school year began, but the available record does not show specific votes or final actions.