North Carolina's State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor advises caution with turkey fryers, providing safety guidelines to prevent burns and fires during Thanksgiving.

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners has declared November 20, 2024, as Transgender Day of Remembrance to honor victims of anti-transgender violence.

The Galleria Dallas erected the tallest indoor Christmas tree in the country, with festivities continuing until January 6. Over 200,000 lights and 700 branches create the spectacle.

The bridge to the lower falls at Lacamas Regional Park has reopened after being closed due to structural concerns. A safer, weather-resistant bridge has replaced the old one.

Marietta announces the return of the Mayor’s Christmas Lights Decorating Contest, inviting residents and businesses to decorate and submit photos online by December 13th, with winners announced December 19th.

Baltimore's Brooklyn neighborhood celebrates over a year without homicides, thanks to the Safe Streets initiative, marking a transformation after a mass shooting in July 2023.

The BPD celebrated the end of a successful soccer season in District D-14, highlighting community and youth engagement, with 150 participants and a special parents vs. kids match.

Raleigh is launching a '2-hour free parking' pilot program in select downtown areas to stimulate local business and cultural vitality, starting this Friday until February 2025.

NYC's Staten Island St. Patrick's Day Parade will include LGBTQ+ groups from 2025 as Mayor Adams praises the move towards inclusivity after years of exclusion.

Jarrod Mason, principal of Hamilton Heights High School, passed away from a staph infection. The school is providing counseling and will hold a celebration of his life.

California Attorney General warns consumers about deceptive puppy breeding practices and advises buyers to ensure breeders are responsible and credible. He emphasizes adoption from shelters, outlining laws protecting pets and consumers.

The Aurora History Museum celebrates significant anniversaries with a "Grand Celebration," featuring a fundraising event, local performances, and a photo op with Santa.

San Diego completed a project clearing encampments from its river, relocating individuals, offering shelter, and removing waste in anticipation of the wet season.