The city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills fasterThe government invested $300 million in building new solar energy farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at homeA community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel

A severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·A government agency updated its website to make it easier for people to apply for unemployment benefits
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 5000 affordable housing units in the city
• ·Study finds that reading to young children increases their vocabulary by 30 percent
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships
• ·Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%
• ·A local theater group performed a play about civil rights activists to mark Black History Month
• ·A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better attention spans in class
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·A tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years
• ·Local schools started teaching coding classes to elementary school students
• ·A fire department hosted a safety workshop teaching residents how to use fire extinguishers
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biology
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a popular public park