The government released data showing a 3.2% increase in household income

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgeryTV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·The city started a program to help homeless individuals find temporary shelter and jobs
• ·A large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areas
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that plays a key role in the body’s immune response
• ·A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 100°F for the southwest region
• ·A museum displayed a rare collection of historical letters from a famous political leader
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·The government invested $150 million in building new wind farms in coastal areas
• ·Scientists studied the impact of deforestation on wildlife habitats
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·A group of volunteers cleaned up over 2 tons of trash from a local beach during a weekend event
• ·A tech company donated old laptops to a community center for after school programs
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy
• ·A study found that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain function and memory
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a record number of viewers
• ·Researchers developed a faster method to test for common infectious diseases