Puget Sound Fire reports Week 20 of training for firefighter recruits in Recruit Academy 21, covering emergency response skills like pharmacology and terrorism incident response. Graduation is scheduled for January 27th, with a live-stream option.

The Coon Rapids Police Department is hosting a fundraiser at Pizza Ranch to support the Police Explorers program, benefiting youth interested in law enforcement careers.

The Shoreline Fire Department honored MLK Jr.'s legacy on social media, emphasizing community and service, despite their closed offices on the holiday.

The TABC has announced its meeting for January 20, 2026, offering live streaming and public comment options both online and in person at their Austin headquarters.

The Kent Police Department is raising awareness about human trafficking, sharing resources during Human Trafficking Prevention Month. They emphasize its universal impact and provide assistance information in a Facebook post.

The 'Tempe Blooms' event returns to Downtown Tempe with large-scale floral installations, live music, and art, aiming for a record turnout. The free event includes a market with Arizona vendors and interactive seminars on floral creativity.

Chicago elementary students celebrated MLK Jr.'s legacy through an oratory contest, with 11-year-old Alanna Atwood winning for her speech on nonviolence.

Portland Fire & Rescue celebrated the service of Station 18 since 1951. The station, with versatile emergency response units, covers southwest Portland communities and works with neighboring districts.

Miami hosted its 49th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade with bands, leaders, and the theme "Mentoring the Dream!". Festivities continued at Memorial Park.

Portland's Rose City Self-Defense and Safe Blocks Program, with Midland Library, offer a self-defense workshop for ages 11+ on Jan 21, focusing on safety skills.

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office used National Stalking Awareness Day to share advice on social media about handling stalking, emphasizing safety, documentation, and resource utilization.

Chicago celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with service events, including a DuSable Museum donation drive and a Rainbow PUSH Coalition reception. Meanwhile, various closures occurred, but cultural institutions offered free entry.

Largo Fire Rescue is emphasizing Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week, focusing on prevention and safety measures covering education, engineering, enforcement, economic incentives, and emergency response.