parks
Coverage of parks in the Nexus archive.
- What Smyrna's new firearms ordinance means for parks, hunting and schools
Smyrna's Town Council updated its firearms ordinances to align with new Tennessee laws, impacting regulations in parks, hunting, and schools.
- Parks, Beaches, Affordability: Honolulu City Council District 4 Candidate Q&As
The Honolulu City Council District 4 race is highlighted as the most competitive, featuring a former council member challenging the current officeholder. Key issues include parks, beaches, and affordability.
- Smyrna may overturn its ban on firearms in town parks
Smyrna officials may overturn the town's ban on firearms in parks following a court ruling deeming the law unconstitutional. A public hearing is scheduled to update town code to align with Tennessee's firearm laws, including changes to discharging firearms during lawful hunting within town limits.
- Candidate Q&A: Maui County Mayor – P. Denise La Costa
P. Denise La Costa, a candidate for Maui County Mayor, emphasizes the need for investments in roads, parks, beaches, public safety, and infrastructure for communities affected by tourism.
- City of Austin proposes $6.6 billion budget
Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax has proposed a $6.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27 that increases spending on public safety, homelessness services, housing and parks while raising the city's property tax rate and utility bills.
- US history gets a presidential makeover for its 250th birthday
The United States is celebrating 250 years of independence with nationwide events. President Donald Trump aims to reshape Washington DC and national institutions to reflect his vision of American history. FRANCE 24's Fanny Allard and Fraser Jackson revisit the US for this historic milestone.
- A development corporation for downtown? Business leaders appear to be quietly starting one
Business leaders, including a developer's political group and Barbara Lee, are discussing the creation of a development corporation to invest in downtown beautification projects, parks, and businesses.
- Unsupervised youth, teens are trashing Henrico parks, getting into fights, police say
Unsupervised youth and teenagers are damaging Henrico County's parks and engaging in fights, according to officials. Police report incidents involving property damage and altercations among minors.
- City faces $51 million budget shortfall, council members say ‘everything should be on the table’
The city is facing a $51 million budget shortfall, the largest since the start of the pandemic. Council members have indicated that staffing, parks, libraries, and police budgets may be affected by the financial challenge.
- Spencer Pratt tells Bill Maher he would arrest him as LA mayor for smoking pot in front of kids
Spencer Pratt, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate, stated he would enforce restrictions on smoking and drug use near children in public spaces like parks and schools if elected. He emphasized priorities such as safety, public services, and reducing drug-related activities around children, while downplaying the importance of issues like solar policy.
- California quietly housing violent juvenile offenders in unregulated homes — costing taxpayers millions
California is housing violent juvenile offenders in loosely regulated 'less restrictive programs' located in residential neighborhoods near schools and parks. These facilities operate with minimal oversight and no background checks for operators, costing taxpayers millions.
- Britain basks in the hottest day of the year: Sun-seekers packed out parks and beaches as mercury hit 26.5C to make it one of the warmest April days on record
Britain experienced its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 26.5C, marking one of the warmest April days on record. Sun-seekers filled parks and beaches as the unseasonably warm weather attracted large crowds.