A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting

The central bank announced it would inject $7 billion into the economy to boost job creationA musician’s new album topped the charts in 15 countries within its first week of release

A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing unitsScientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutesA retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday sale

A severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great PlainsA study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type

The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissions

A museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in historyA river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farms

A study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studyingThe government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysA local café started serving vegan desserts made with coconut milk

(责任编辑：涪陵区)

• ·A major oil spill off the coast contaminated 50 miles of shoreline killing thousands of fish and seabirds
• ·A severe drought in the western states has led to water restrictions for residents and farmers, with no relief expected until winter.
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·A tech startup raised $25 million to develop a new type of renewable energy technology
• ·Study shows that using reusable containers reduces household waste
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to renovate all its locations over the next two years
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months
• ·Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service
• ·A school added a new course on financial literacy to help students learn about budgeting and saving
• ·A pet store started offering supplies for exotic pets like reptiles and birds
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a European league for a record $150 million
• ·A renowned artist opened an exhibition featuring 40 new abstract paintings at a city art gallery
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities