A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental health

A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisineThe government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning buildingScientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight

A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year

The city installed more public charging stations for electric vehiclesSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs

Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percentIce cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substancesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

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• ·A snowstorm led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights across the country
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for passengers who use reusable transit cards
• ·Study shows that 15 minutes of daily meditation lowers anxiety levels in adults
• ·A hotel started offering staycation packages for local residents with discounts on rooms and amenities
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $590 million
• ·A community held a cultural festival with food music and dance from different countries
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety
• ·A local theater company performed a musical in a public park for free
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its award-winning BBQ ribs
• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·A charity organization raised millions of dollars to help homeless families
• ·The federal reserve announced it will keep interest rates unchanged for the next quarter, citing stable inflation levels.
• ·A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineering
• ·A charity organization built wells to provide clean water in villages