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Clarksville residents protesting outside the senior center against proposed changes and city takeover, holding signs and expressing concern.
Community

Protest Erupts Over Clarksville Senior Center Proposed Changes

Clarksville's proposed budget for the senior center includes a staggering $178,500 for public relations, even as residents protest the city's takeover of the Ajax Turner Senior Center and the recent f

Derek Molina·June 7, 2026
A vibrant collage of Northern Utah's June events, featuring a chalk art festival, a classic car show, and the historic Ogden High School.
Events

Northern Utah events June 5-14 feature Preservation Engaged conference

On June 12, Ogden High School, a historic landmark itself, will host a statewide conference dedicated to the future of Utah's past, even as surrounding communities gear up for chalk festivals, car sho

Sophie Nguyen·June 6, 2026
The Pacifica Municipal Pier cordoned off with yellow caution tape due to severe structural cracks and damage, with waves crashing below.
Community

Pacifica Declares Emergency Over Severe City Pier Damage

Just months after a previous closure for repairs, the Pacifica Municipal Pier was taped off indefinitely on Thursday, June 4, 2026, after city crews discovered massive cracks threatening its structura

Derek Molina·June 6, 2026
A dimly lit street in the Back of the Yards neighborhood, Chicago, with a subtle police presence, evoking a sense of loss and community grief after a tragic shooting.
Food & Drink

South Side chef killed in Back of the Yards mass shooting

Isaac 'Wavy' Bradley, a 44-year-old chef who enriched Chicago's South Side with his culinary skills, was one of two men killed and five others injured in a mass shooting early Friday in the Back of th

Hannah Pierce·June 6, 2026
A diverse crowd enjoying music, food, and cultural performances at the Memphis Juneteenth Festival, celebrating 33 years of community and entertainment.
Events

Memphis Juneteenth Festival Celebrates 33 Years of Cultural Entertainment

Last year's inaugural Juneteenth festival in Memphis sold out 1,000 tickets, proving a robust demand for the city's vibrant cultural and family events.

Sophie Nguyen·June 5, 2026
California primary election results with early leads shown for key statewide races, highlighting the ongoing vote count and potential shifts.
Community

California primary election results show early leads for key races

With only 46% of votes counted in key statewide races, California's primary election on June 2 leaves the fate of gubernatorial successors and crucial U.

Derek Molina·June 3, 2026
Split image contrasting a lush green park with a new apartment building, symbolizing the conflict between urban development and green spaces.
Community

Urban development impacts green spaces, prioritizes housing needs

Rochester's City Council approved the sale of a half-acre Charlotte Street green space for $150,000 on April 21, 2026.

Derek Molina·May 30, 2026
A happy family enjoying a sunny day in a beautiful, safe neighborhood park with modern amenities and welcoming homes.
Neighborhoods

Best Family-Friendly Neighborhoods in Our City

While Maplewood consistently tops lists for its 9/10 school ratings, its property values have stagnated for three years due to limited park expansion and an aging community center.

Aaron Blake·May 29, 2026
A diverse group of people happily shopping at a vibrant local farmers market filled with fresh produce.
Food & Drink

Support Local Food Businesses: A Complete Guide

During the early months of the pandemic, local and regional food markets faced an expected decline in sales of up to $688.

Sophie Nguyen·May 29, 2026
Community members gather for a solemn Memorial Day ceremony at a monument, with diverse individuals paying their respects and placing flowers.
Events

Stevens Point area and regional events this weekend

On Saturday, May 23rd, residents in Harshaw can attend a Memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on Lakewood Road, one of at least five such tributes planned across the region this weekend.

Sophie Nguyen·May 29, 2026
A street sign for Lori Cannon Way in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood, with a celebratory crowd in the background during a renaming ceremony.
Community

Edgewater Street Renamed Lori Cannon Way Honoring LGBTQ+ Activist

On what would have been her 75th birthday, over 200 people gathered in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood to rename a block of North Broadway after Lori Cannon, the late HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ activist.

Sophie Nguyen·May 28, 2026
A lively and colorful scene at a small, hidden gem farmers market in Chippewa Valley, showcasing fresh produce and artisanal goods with engaged shoppers and vendors.
Local Guides

Top 5 Hidden Gem Farmers Markets in Chippewa Valley You Must Visit

Last Saturday, a small market in Altoona sold out its heirloom tomatoes and artisanal cheeses by 9 AM, long before the city's largest market even saw its peak crowd.

Derek Molina·May 27, 2026
The Warm Love Cool Dreams Festival 2026 features a Skeeball Tournament with an air conditioning unit as the grand prize, alongside music and other attractions.
Services

Warm Love Cool Dreams Festival Plans 2026 Expansion

The highest scorer at the Warm Love Cool Dreams festival's Skeeball Tournament will walk away with a brand-new air conditioning unit, signaling a new era for the event.

Marco Alvarez·May 25, 2026
A lively crowd enjoys music and food at Chicago's Sueños Festival, highlighting the integration of local businesses into the cultural celebration.
Events

Sueños Festival Celebrates Chicago's Latino Culture

Since 2023, El Taconazo Express has operated a booth at the Sueños festival, a small but potent symbol of how local businesses integrate into one of Chicago's largest cultural celebrations.

Hannah Pierce·May 25, 2026
The Chicago skyline at night, with distant, blurred police lights, symbolizing the city's ongoing challenges with gun violence.
Community

Chicago shootings overnight injure multiple people across city

In a grim discovery early Sunday, 18-year-old Cristian Jose Rojas Barrios was found shot in the chest and leg, hands tied behind his back, in a Chicago bathtub.

Hannah Pierce·May 24, 2026
Hundreds of cyclists participate in the silent Ride of Silence through Chicago, advocating for safety and justice on city streets.
Best in City

Chicago cyclists' silent ride demands safety, justice

On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hundreds of cyclists rode silently through Chicago.

Hannah Pierce·May 22, 2026