Florissant Valley Fire Protection District is recruiting firefighter/paramedics, detailing application requirements, including specific certifications, via a Facebook post. Applications are due by February 20th.

A Madison Heights family's home was damaged when an autistic child they found in their bathtub left the water running, resulting in extensive damage. Community support, including a GoFundMe, is helping them cope.

A December assembly at Haywood High drew a First Amendment complaint after the Freedom From Religion Foundation said Project Pat led prayer and distributed proselytizing material; the district says it will vet speakers.

A 125‑year Main Street bakery in New Baden closed after a family illness; neighbors covered its windows with cards while the owner prepares to sell the building.

Teachers and parents at Believe Memphis Academy are opposing a plan to move Grizzlies Prep into their building, warning it would upend supports for high-need students.

An MCTS operator is being praised after she spotted a hit-and-run on Route 35, alerted dispatch and helped get medical care for an injured child.

Washington filers—especially those hit by December storms—can reduce or remove IRS penalties. File or extend, pay what you can, and document damage or illness for relief.

Portland Public Schools told families that Metropolitan Learning Center will phase out its high school program and reconfigure as a K‑8 campus amid low enrollment and funding limits.

Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan launched Garry’s List, a statewide nonprofit to publish voter guides, commission policy research and host events aimed at pro‑growth candidates.

Portland’s alternative weekly has returned to a monthly print edition after new owner Noisy Creek invested in staff, higher wages and a ticketing-driven business plan.

Stanislaus Animal Services says about 30 dogs at its Modesto shelter face euthanasia as overcrowding overwhelms staff; adoptions and fosters are urgently needed.

The Board of Supervisors asked county staff to study whether RVs and mobile homes could be permitted for Eaton Fire survivors — including placements in some rights‑of‑way — with a report due in 21 days.

A Portage Park parent says a third‑grade Black History lesson used tape and role‑play to simulate slavery; CPS says it is reviewing the lesson and prioritizing student well‑being.