The University of Utah established an Information Privacy Office to enhance privacy across campus, led by chief information privacy officer Jamie Ross.

Seniors at Evergreen Tower say months without reliable heat have left them using space heaters and ovens while mounting bills and cold weather raise safety concerns. Residents want firm repair timelines from management.

Molly Miller is set to join Park City Council, while the council advances a redevelopment plan and a transit study, amidst MLK Jr. Day closures and the Sundance Festival. Artists are also sought for unique bike rack designs.

Sterling Heights approved a Drone as a First Responder program to enhance emergency response, with drones being dispatched to incidents, improving situacy assessment and safety, and supported by Axon and Skydio.

Toxicology shows methamphetamine and kratom compounds in Daniel Naroditsky's system; North Carolina medical examiners ruled his October death an accidental poisoning.

Dearborn offers rain garden workshops for stormwater management education, including a free introductory session and a comprehensive five-week certification course.

The Renton Police Department in Washington introduces a free Senior Public Safety Miniseries, aimed at educating seniors on safety and fostering community connections.

A proposed Modesto City Schools policy letting some students seek counseling without parental consent drew fierce public comment; trustees asked for revisions.

The City of Fairview Park warns of upcoming cold weather and gives residents tips to protect their plumbing, such as keeping cabinet doors open and running water to prevent pipes from freezing.

Snake Oil Venue Co. has restored Liberty Station’s North Chapel, reopening the WWII-era building as a preservation-minded, non‑denominational events venue. The project added modern safety and accessibility while keeping original finishes.

The Chardon Fire Dept. in Ohio playfully stops Pokémon card donations after an overwhelming response to help a local family, urging direct Venmo donations and raffle participation instead.

The Arizona Department of Forestry undertook a prescribed fire at Lost Dutchman State Park to reduce wildfire risk with Arizona State Parks and Trails' collaboration.

The St. Bernard Home Mortgage Authority is offering a seminar on the CAFA Down Payment Assistance Program, which provides 5% loan amount assistance for various loan types, benefiting first-time homebuyers.