BaseLocal National News Roundup (8/24/25)

Fed flags housing risks: Minutes from the Fed’s July 29–30 meeting revealed officials flagged a downturn in home sales, rising inventories and slipping prices as potential drags on growth and rate decisions — find out what it means for mortgage rates. Nut allergy...

Tennessee News Roundup (8/24/25)

Tennessee’s NEVI funding revival: FHWA’s Aug. 13 interim guidance could unfreeze $21 million in stalled EV charger contracts and jump-start charging along interstates and Hwy 64 — find out what’s next. Elusive black rail recovery plan: The Fish and Wildlife Service is...

Naperville, IL News Roundup (8/24/25)

Fresh thrills at Last Fling: The Naperville Jaycees team up with Windy City Amusements to debut the 80-foot Sky Rider swing, the classic Zipper and fan favorites like the Giant Century Wheel at the carnival running Aug. 29 to Sept. 1 — check out the full lineup....

Southlake, TX News Roundup (8/24/25)

Tarrant County goes green: The Sinclair Hotel’s century-old landmark is now cutting energy and water use with PACE-funded solar panels, triple-pane windows and advanced HVAC, as new program administrators roll out incentives across North Central Texas — find out how....

Franklin, TN News Roundup (8/24/25)

Franklin teen wins global honor: Franklin student Wilmer Sterling earned 3rd Place in the 2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase International Essay Competition with a compelling reflection on how digital friendships can overcome fear and spark peace — find out what...

Kentucky News Roundup (8/24/25)

Kentucky adds two EV chargers: New 160-kW fast chargers at Love’s locations in Grayson and Sparta bring the statewide total to five, with dozens more on the way — find out where to charge. Kentucky’s 2024 top baby names: Charlotte claimed the No. 1 girls’ spot and...