The city started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing

Scientists developed a new battery technology that doubles the lifespan of electric vehiclesThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energyA drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposes

A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman Empire

A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starterThe country’s exports increased by 15 percent in the last year

A historical monument was damaged in a storm and needs repairsDoctors advised people to get vaccinated ahead of flu season

A film studio announced plans to make a sequel to a popular movieThe city council approved a new housing development project

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• ·The city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community center
• ·Heavy rain caused a river to overflow its banks flooding nearby farmland
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for midwestern states
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $120 million
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system and reduce energy costs
• ·Local authorities installed new traffic cameras to reduce speeding and improve road safety
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·Police department uses body cameras to increase transparency
• ·A bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year
• ·The police department launched a program to build trust with the community
• ·A new study revealed that people who live alone have higher rates of high blood pressure
• ·A major airline announced plans to use sustainable aviation fuel for 10% of its flights
• ·A farmers market added a food truck section
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Volunteers helped paint and repair a local school in a low-income neighborhood