Raleigh considering a youth curfew. Here's how it works in Charlotte, Winston-Salem, elsewhere

Reflections on Youth Month in Cape Town: A Decade of Change

Reflections on Youth Month in Cape Town: A Decade of Change

Raleigh to consider teen curfew after Glenwood South, Brier Creek violence on July 4

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell said a youth curfew is under consideration after a weekend where holiday celebrations got out of hand in the Glenwood South and Brier Creek areas.

Interesting Updates to the Newport Beach July 4th 'Youth' Riots

Interesting Updates to the Newport Beach July 4th 'Youth' Riots

Raleigh considering youth curfew following teen takeover, violent July 4th weekend

The mayor of Raleigh, North Carolina, is weighing whether to impose a curfew for minors following a series of shootings and chaotic events over the Independence Day weekend, in which several fights broke out and nine people were shot amid a series of teen takeovers across the country. The violence over the holiday weekend prompted Raleigh []

Teen Murder Suspect Arrested Again After Knoxville Police Chase and Crash

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) - A 17-year-old already facing a murder charge in Roane County is now dealing with additional charges following a polic...

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WATCH: Police Dept Brought Recruits To A Gay Club For Diversity Training

The Nashville Police Department held a diversity training session for recruits inside a gay nightclub during Pride Month, bringing trainees together with members of the city’s LGBTQ community. The session took place at Play Nashville, known around Nashville for its drag performances. Video shared by the mayor’s office shows recruits seated inside the venue, participating ...

Free Back to School Events Happening Across Southern Indiana and Western Kentucky

Free Back to School Events Happening Across Southern Indiana and Western Kentucky

Milford Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with Community Pride, History and Hope

Residents, local officials, community organizations and visitors gathered in Milford, Pa., on July 4 as Pike County celebrated America’s 250th anniversary with its Semiquincentennial Parade, bringing together more than 40 community groups in a festive display of patriotism, history and community spirit. Beginning at Ann Street Park and winding through Milford Borough, the parade featured []

Cops, schools concerned as illegal, unsafe youth e-moto biking grows

Colchester school officials and the Colchester Police Department are urging families to learn the legal differences between electric bicycles and higher-powered motorized bikes as more youth use electric-powered vehicles to travel to and from school and for recreation. The post Cops, schools concerned as illegal, unsafe youth e-moto biking grows first appeared on Vermont Daily Chronicle. The post Cops, schools concerned as illegal, unsafe youth e-moto biking grows appeared first on Vermont Daily Chronicle.

Raleigh mayor considers youth curfew following teen takeover, violent July 4th weekend

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell is considering a youth curfew after nine people were shot and massive teen takeovers erupted over the July 4 weekend.

The street less than two minutes from a school plagued by ‘blatant drug dealers’

The street is located less than a two-minute walk from a primary school and has groups of children playing as users take hard drugs, according to residents.

California teens charged with arson after fireworks attack at a bullied girl’s home, setting baby nursery ablaze

Two California teenagers did the unthinkable and tossed fireworks into the house of the girl they had been bullying. The suspects face multiple charges, including arson. The teens went to the home of Leslie Morgan and Anthony Cadena at 7700 Block of Bierston Street in Citrus Heights, Sacramento, Calif., on June 30. The freak attack...

‘Door-kick challenge’ frustrates B.C. homeowners

It started as a harmless prank by teenagers but a homeowner in Nanaimo, B.C., says it escalated into property damage, harassment and threats.

Ridgefield Park is home to one of New Jersey's oldest Fourth of July parades

Ridgefield Park is home to one of New Jersey's oldest Fourth of July parades

24 Kids, One Week, and a Firsthand Look at Life in Law Enforcement

The future of community policing starts young as West Virginia officers welcome kids behind the badge.

Fuquay-Varina Is Moving Forward with Controversial Plans to Build Ball Fields in a Popular Natural Space

The town says just 3 of Hilltop Needmore Town Park’s 140-plus acres will be developed and no other suitable sites exist to meet growing demand for youth sports. Residents opposed to the plan are suspicious.

July 4th celebrations kick off across L.A. County

Revelers gathered for July 4th celebrations across Los Angeles County Saturday night. KTLA's Hailey Winslow reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Loaded AR-15 Ditched In Foot Chase: Two Teens Arrested After Brandon Mall Disturbance

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Two teenagers are in custody facing multiple felony charges after they threatened a victim at the Brandon Mall on June 18, 2026, fled from deputies, and discarded a loaded AR-15-style rifle and a handgun during a foot pursuit. No one was injured during the incident, and both weapons were recovered. Hillsborough [] Loaded AR-15 Ditched In Foot Chase: Two Teens Arrested After Brandon Mall Disturbance

County with 37 data centers tells schools to turn off lights to save electricity

Henrico County, Virginia, has asked its schools and government offices to cut power use as the local grid struggles to meet the power demands of its 37 data centers and considers the impact of 17 more under proposal. Matthew Gault of 404 Media acquired email sent by County Manager John Vithoulkas to thousands of county employees on June 26, warning that the rate Henrico pays for electricity in all county and school facilities was about to rise by 25, adding an estimated 5 million to costs in the coming fiscal year. — Read the rest The post County with 37 data centers tells schools to turn off lights to save electricity appeared first on Boing Boing.

What Would Make the Biggest Difference to Your Local Public Park?

What Would Make the Biggest Difference to Your Local Public Park?

5 Happiest Places in Missouri Include Unexpected Towns

5 Happiest Places in Missouri Include Unexpected Towns

What happened in Newport Beach on July 4? Fights, illegal fireworks, and mass arrests mar holiday celebrations

A Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach turned violent, leaving police officers injured and over 100 people arrested.

The Systemic Racism of California's Public Schools

The Systemic Racism of California's Public Schools

July School Holidays 2026: Check State-Wise List Of School Closures

July School Holidays 2026: Authorities have announced school closures, summer vacations, and revised school timings to ensure student safety.

A US county welcomed 37 data centres. Now its schools are being told to dim lights as power bills jump 25%

Henrico County, Virginia, is facing a nearly 25 surge in electricity costs, forcing public services to cut power usage. This comes as the county, a hub for data centers, grapples with rising energy demands and increased bills. While data centers bring tax revenue, they are straining the power grid, prompting calls for better management and reforms to balance supply and demand.

Shreveport Names Overgrown Lots Its Number One Neighborhood Problem

Shreveport Names Overgrown Lots Its Number One Neighborhood Problem

Free Summer Childcare Helps Student Parents

Free Summer Childcare Helps Student Parents Joshua.Bay Wed, 07/08/2026 - 03:00 AM For student parents, finding childcare can mean the difference between stopping out and staying on track. LaGuardia Community College is stepping in to help. Byline(s) Joshua Bay

Bunbury community are set for a week of reflection, recognition and resilience for NAIDOC Week

The Bunbury community is set for a week of reflection, recognition and resilience as NAIDOC Week returns for the 50th year.

Best of Cincinnati 2026 Staff Picks: Family and Health

As a mother of five and a manager of many, I’m always trying to find places that are family-friendly, have lots of variety, or at least allow me to get some semblance of a workout in. Need to find a place you can take your kids but also occupy them while getting a drink and [] The post Best of Cincinnati 2026 Staff Picks: Family and Health appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

$900 babysitter: Why school holiday care is now a burden for parents

$900 babysitter: Why school holiday care is now a burden for parents

Another school blown up in South Waziristan

Another school blown up in South Waziristan

Seattle Public Schools proved eco-blocks work. It’s time to legalize them

Seattle Public Schools placed eco-blocks to stop RV camps outside its Sodo HQ, and it worked. Rantz says legalize the tactic businesses get punished for.

Heatwave fuels frustration in Paris's northern suburbs: 'If they'd just given us shutters, we wouldn't be suffering like this'

Over the past week, daily life in two large concrete housing complexes in Seine-Saint-Denis has changed dramatically due to extreme heat. Residents share their struggles and anger as they try to help each other cope.