What happened on Sunday, 18 August 2024
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Residents demand action against toxic conditions in town
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Resident demands removal of hazardous meters, citing health issues and community safety concerns.
Source: 2024-0814 Bayonne City Council Meeting 05:47
Campaign leader rallies volunteers to fight for democracy
Volunteers urged to unite and fight for democracy, community, and working people's rights in Pennsylvania.
Source: WATCH LIVE: Kamala Harris delivers remarks at a campaign event in Rochester, PA 04:40
Town faces potential grant losses without urgent action
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Library risks losing millions in grants due to town office eligibility issues, officials warn.
Source: Town of Hubbardston: Select Board & Public Safety Building Committee 08.14.24 03:04
Bayonne approves major recreation center for children
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Bayonne approves 12,000 sqft recreation facility for children, prioritizing community needs over politics.
Source: 2024-0814 Bayonne City Council Meeting 06:05
Firehouse Design Sparks Debate Over Storage and Training Needs
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Firehouse design prioritizes increased storage and potential training facility amid building efficiency discussions.
Source: Lakeville Fire Station Building Committee, 8-14-24 05:04
Courtroom Drama Unfolds in High-Stakes Drug Cases
Travis County Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Court appoints counsel for defendants facing felony drug charges and outstanding municipal warrants.
Source: Travis County's Zoom Meeting 03:42
Bayonne Council Debates Controversial High-Rise Development Plans
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Council debates traffic concerns and housing needs amid proposed 50-story redevelopment project approval.
Source: 2024-0814 Bayonne City Council Meeting 13:13
Town faces critical decision on fire department building purchase
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Hubbardston considers purchasing building to secure fire department and save on rental costs.
Source: Town of Hubbardston: Select Board & Public Safety Building Committee 08.14.24 14:47
Spokane transforms veteran services with new state of the art facility
Spokane County, Washington
Spokane County enhances veteran services, expanding support from 1,200 to over 8,000 veterans served.
Source: August 2024: Veteran Services 06:14
Kamala Harris inspires hope and unity in campaign rally
Kamala Harris inspires campaign volunteers to unite for a brighter future and democratic values.
Source: WATCH LIVE: Kamala Harris delivers remarks at a campaign event in Rochester, PA 03:29
City Council Moves Forward on Long-Awaited Recreation Center
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Bayonne council approves long-awaited recreation center project, promising economic growth and community benefits.
Source: 2024-0814 Bayonne City Council Meeting 13:16
Lakeville Conservation Commission to review controversial parking lot project
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Lakeville Conservation Commission schedules public hearing for Bedford Street parking lot drainage project.
Source: Lakeville Conservation Commission, 8-14-24 13:52
Building auction sparks urgent negotiations for community safety center
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Public safety building negotiations advance as committee emphasizes urgency amid potential auction.
Source: Town of Hubbardston: Select Board & Public Safety Building Committee 08.14.24 05:06
Veterans services expand to support thousands in need
Spokane County, Washington
Veteran service officers double assistance, securing $5.3 million in claims for Spokane veterans.
Source: August 2024: Veteran Services 07:34
Courtroom Chaos as Multiple Suspects Face Serious Charges
Travis County Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Multiple defendants face various charges with bail set, including criminal trespass and theft.
Source: Travis County's Zoom Meeting 05:05
FDA under scrutiny over controversial heart device safety claims
FDA faces scrutiny over mitraclip device linked to thousands of malfunctions and over 1,100 deaths.
Source: PBS News Weekend full episode, Aug. 18, 2024 05:54
Chicago erupts in chaos as protests clash with police
Protests erupt in Chicago as violence escalates during the Democratic National Convention amid national turmoil.
Source: A look back at the 1968 Democratic convention and its relevance today 03:17
Parks Office in Crisis Needs Urgent Repairs
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Parks office faces urgent repairs as committee seeks select board's guidance for improvements.
Source: Lakeville Fire Station Building Committee, 8-14-24 10:52
Harris gains momentum ahead of pivotal Democratic convention
Vice President Harris gains momentum in swing states ahead of Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Source: PBS News Weekend full episode, Aug. 18, 2024 10:20
Property Owner Battles Flooding Crisis Amid Drainage Changes
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Property owner reports flooding issues due to altered drainage systems and nearby construction activities.
Source: Lakeville Conservation Commission, 8-14-24 03:14
County faces tough choices on essential ambulance services
Richland County, Wisconsin
County may need to allocate taxpayer funds to sustain essential ambulance services amid budget challenges.
Source: Executive and Finance Committee - 2024/08/13 02:23
Chicago's 1968 Convention Echoes in Today's Political Turmoil
Chicago's 1968 Democratic Convention marked a pivotal moment of protest and political division in America.
Source: PBS News Weekend full episode, Aug. 18, 2024 08:59
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