The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing, with a budget of $100 million.

Book publisher releases biography of iconic civil rights leaderAutomotive company recalls 75,000 sedans due to faulty airbag sensors

Study indicates that learning a musical instrument boosts memory in older adultsFire department conducts free smoke detector installation in low-income neighborhoodsMusic festival sells out all tickets within 24 hours of release

City council votes to ban single-use styrofoam products in restaurantsVeterinarian clinic offers free wellness exams for pets adopted from shelters

Train company reduces ticket prices for students and senior citizens

Research finds that family dinners improve academic performance in teensBus company adds new routes to connect suburban areas to downtown

Photography exhibit featuring images of endangered species opens at science centerScientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease

Community center provides free summer camps for kids from low-income familiesTennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort

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• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·A new survey found that 70% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Researchers found that learning a second language improves cognitive function in children
• ·Experts warned that prolonged drought could lead to water shortages in several western states
• ·Medical researchers found that regular strength training can reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women
• ·A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·Volleyball tournament features college teams from across the country
• ·Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center, specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world.
• ·A pharmaceutical company received approval to market a new drug for treating type 2 diabetes
• ·A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Astronomers detect signs of habitability on exoplanet located 300 light years away
• ·A photographer’s work was featured in a national art magazine
• ·Scientists collaborate with global teams to study climate change patterns
• ·Local governments were granted more autonomy to make decisions on public transportation and environmental policies
• ·A local bakery won a national award for its signature pastry at a food industry event