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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• ·The stock market closed higher after a week of steady growth
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with family pets lowers stress hormones in adults
• ·A massive wildfire in the western region destroyed over 10,000 acres of forest forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with terminal illnesses
• ·A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·A school district introduced a new lunch program offering more plant-based meal options
• ·A charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can relax and enjoy views of the city
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against a common virus
• ·A city expanded its bike lane network to make cycling safer for commuters
• ·A pet shelter organized a adoption event that found homes for 75 animals in one day
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city
• ·Cycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside
• ·The local community organized a clean up event for a popular beach area
• ·A wildlife conservation group organized a cleanup of a local river to protect aquatic life