Houston's Mayor Whitmire pledges a compassionate crackdown on homelessness, moving to clear encampments while offering resources like mental health treatment.

Baltimore records its 200th homicide in 2024, marking a decrease from the previous year, as the city and community leaders respond with vigils and strategies to combat gun violence.

Wright County, MN, lowers flags to half-mast from December 30th through January 29th, 2025, in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at age 100.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office partners with Responsibility.org and zTrip to offer discounted rides on New Year's Eve in Houston to prevent drunk driving.

Gallatin launches a giveaway campaign to encourage Special Census participation, offering $50 local business gift cards as prizes to drive up counts and local commerce.

Douglasville announces changes in trash pickup due to the New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day holidays, with garbage collection moved to the following day for each holiday.

The Minnesota State Patrol uses humor on social media to remind fans to appoint sober drivers during sports events, emphasizing safety over team rivalry.

Cobb County offers a recycling program for live Christmas trees, excluding flocked trees and wreaths. Residents can also obtain free saplings and volunteer to help.

Douglasville city offices, including City Hall and other facilities, will be closed for New Year's Day, but police will remain active. Updates on sanitation services are available online, and contact can be made via (770) 920-3005.

Blaine Police officers acted as "celebrity waiters" at The Ball Park to support Special Olympics Minnesota, with donations given during their "Tip-A-Cop" event on December 29.

Oakland reports a 34% drop in homicides and shootings in 2024, attributed to the renewed Operation Ceasefire program and community support, despite the city grappling with mixed public perception and uncertainty following the mayor's recall.

Dakota County reminds residents on social media to properly dispose of holiday cards and envelopes, noting that items with glitter, metal, or ribbons are not recyclable.

Hennepin County offices and departments will be closed on January 1 for New Year's Day. Residents are reminded to complete renewals and returns beforehand.