The Jones Fire Department is conducting hydrant tests, possibly causing discolored water or pressure changes; this is temporary and part of routine checks.

Denver Police say officers are monitoring downtown demonstrations and listed a non‑emergency number. Expect possible closures near major corridors.

Wake County Animal Center promotes Valentine's Day pet adoptions with reduced fees despite being closed for renovations, encouraging forever homes for animals in foster care.

Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn plans to offer human composting, starting in 2027, as an eco-friendly alternative to burials and cremation. However, some religious groups oppose the method.

Clearwater Main Library offers a woodworking program led by Librarian Thomas Shepherd, providing hands-on classes and community-building for local creatives.

A man was shot at Decatur Library and hospitalized; suspect Medicus Brown was arrested. The library will enhance security and remain closed until February 9.

StarRise filled its 58 permanent‑supportive apartments by December 2025, turning donated industrial land in north Greeley into long‑term homes with on‑site services.

Dozens gathered in Krutch Park Friday to honor Alex Pretti and press for answers after his death at the hands of federal agents.

Thirteen‑year‑old Caiman Cody of Tolar and his steer White Castle were named junior grand champion at the Fort Worth Stock Show; the animal heads to Saturday’s Sale of Champions.

Bob Tallman will call his final Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo performance Saturday after 50 years behind the mic. The Hall of Famer plans to scale back to his Parker County ranch while handing the mic to Anthony Lucia.

The Cielo, a 99‑unit modular permanent supportive housing project in Chatsworth, held a ribbon‑cutting Friday. Officials and nonprofits say the building pairs studios with on‑site case management and community space.

Kehlani headlined a sold-out Big Game Block Party outside San José City Hall, giving downtown a hometown spotlight during Super Bowl weekend.

Neighbors and first responders say last fall's Filbert Street fire exposed how hoarding disorders turn homes into hazards as city services face deep budget pressure.