El Paso teacher Rebecca Guerrero won the James F. Veninga Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award, recognized for her exemplary teaching at the Young Women's STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy.

Ohio mail carrier Jason Thompson was suspended without pay after posting about safety concerns during a snowstorm on Facebook. He criticized USPS's lack of action and was later told he could return to work.

ODOT reports clear roads in NW, NC, NE, OKC, and Tulsa areas, with caution urged due to potential refreezing. Conditions are slowly improving statewide. Safety tips and final update provided unless conditions change.

Kauai's Solid Waste Division reminds residents of curbside refuse collection guidelines to ensure smooth, safe operations. Properly bagged, dry trash in carts with closed lids is required; carts must be curbside by 4:30 a.m. on collection day.

Janesville's annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, featuring local police and fire departments competing to support the Rock River Valley Blood Center, is set for February 23, with donors receiving free custard.

Florida's Duval County Health Department offers free MMR, Flu, and Hep A vaccines at a pop-up clinic on February 1st, aiming to boost local immunization rates.

Las Vegas offers utility tax rebates for low-income seniors over 60. Eligible residents must present utility bills, ID, and income proof to apply in person.

A membership vote last September replaced the Hispanic Chamber’s board and sparked new calls for a public audit and clearer finances.

Raleigh Police Department conducted a saturation patrol that resulted in 157 charges, including 9 DWI arrests, traffic citations, drug violations, firearm seizures, and vehicle stops.

Charlotte County announces a series of local government meetings for the first week of February, focusing on code enforcement, waterway management, beaches conservation, and construction regulations.

Jacksonville prepares for cold weather by activating warming centers and providing transportation, with special attention to safety tips from the Emergency Preparedness Division.

The Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department highlights January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, stressing the importance of health and cancer risk reduction for firefighters.

West Palm Beach launches the "Speak to Succeed" series to improve entrepreneurs' public speaking skills, offering a free four-week training with both in-person and virtual sessions.