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Nearly 200 children in Riverside County foster care are waiting for a court-appointed advocate to speak up for their needs. A nonprofit is calling for volunteers to bridge the gap and give these kids a fighting chance.
Riverside County's job market shows signs of improvement as the unemployment rate ticked down to 5.4% in February, offering hope to workers across the region. While some industries shed jobs, construction, hospitality, and professional services added 1,500 new positions.
Riverside County wrapped up the year with a stronger job market as unemployment dropped to 5.2% in December, continuing a steady improvement trend. The region added more jobs than it lost across multiple sectors, offering fresh hope as 2026 begins.
Every summer, thousands of foster children in Riverside County lose daily contact with the teachers and counselors who watch over them. Court-appointed advocates are stepping up to fill that gap, and they need your help.
A Riverside County program that pairs foster youth with caring adult mentors desperately needs 40 more volunteers. One former foster child credits his mentor with helping him graduate from UCLA and build a successful career.
CASA volunteers in Riverside County are ensuring 800 foster children don't fall through the cracks during summer break by teaching them to ride bikes, connecting siblings, and helping them just be kids. With nearly 6,000 children entering the system this year, the nonprofit desperately needs more volunteers to close the gap.
All 88 counties across Ohio reported lower unemployment in April, with some of the hardest-hit areas seeing the biggest turnarounds. Even counties still above the state average are moving in the right direction.
Milwaukee County has slashed its greenhouse gas emissions by nearly half in less than 20 years, putting it ahead of schedule to meet ambitious climate goals. While federal climate efforts falter, this Midwest county proves local action can deliver real results.
Fairfax County is installing its first public electric vehicle charging stations at its government headquarters, making it easier for workers and visitors to go electric. The move supports the county's ambitious goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
Dallas County students are crushing their state exams, with biology scores jumping 12 points and math gains outpacing the rest of Texas. Fourteen of the county's 15 largest school districts improved student achievement this year.
Dane County, Wisconsin is expanding access to electric vehicles with 22 new charging stations designed to reach renters and rural residents. The "Charge Up Dane County" initiative prioritizes neighborhoods where home charging isn't an option.
Twenty-three students walked across the stage this May at Georgia's Monroe County Achievement Center, a specialized school helping teens catch up on credits and succeed despite past challenges. The graduation marks another win for a program that's keeping the county's graduation rate strong. ##
Seven high school students in Monroe County just got life-changing news: they've earned Presidential Scholarships to Monroe County Community College. These awards cover their tuition completely, removing financial barriers to higher education. #
Flagler County's job market is bouncing back after a rough January, with 500 new workers joining the labor force and unemployment dropping to 5.8 percent in February. The growing workforce signals families are still choosing to make Flagler County their home.
A Nova Scotia community just wrapped its 45th annual bowling fundraiser, bringing in over $65,000 to support young people through mentorship programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pictou County says the funds will directly help children facing daily challenges across two counties.
Nearly 100 students in Clinton County, Indiana are getting help paying for college thanks to generous local donors. The Clinton County Community Foundation just awarded over $377,000 in scholarships for the upcoming school year.
Pennsylvania's Chester County is bringing 100 new electric vehicle charging stations to workplaces and businesses through a federal grant program. With EV registrations doubling to 9,000 in just two years, the county is preparing for a greener future.
A Pennsylvania county just made fighting addiction easier by creating a new coordinator position that keeps families together while saving taxpayers money. The role is funded mostly by opioid settlement money, not county budgets.
A Kansas county is making it easier than ever for residents to give back, with opportunities ranging from reading with kids to delivering meals to homebound neighbors. The Volunteer Center of Reno County has gathered volunteer openings across dozens of organizations, proving there's a perfect way for everyone to help.
Four graduate students from USC's Price School won $5,000 for solving a real problem: helping Riverside workers get the skills local employers actually need. Their winning strategy connects residents to good jobs in growing fields like healthcare and biotech.
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