A Milwaukee resident near 12th and Morgan says she’s killed eight rats since October and fears the infestation is getting worse.

The Butler County Sheriff's Office used a Facebook post to encourage residents to enjoy Valentine's Day responsibly, with humor and a reminder to avoid trouble.

Auburn firefighters, supported by neighboring crews, quickly extinguished a structure fire on Washington Street, which originated from fireplace piping in the attic. No injuries were reported, and teamwork was praised for containing the damage.

Cabarrus County Sheriff's K9 unit celebrated Valentine's Day with special cards for the community, emphasizing their role in both safety and engagement.

Everett voters approved a nearly $397M construction bond and a levy renewal that will add classrooms, replace portables and modernize CTE and safety systems.

Michigan's Morton Elementary and Frontier International Academy earned national honors for educational excellence.

Clark‑Shawnee’s board approved a tiered reduction plan that would cut staff and could end athletics unless a 1% earned‑income tax on May 5, 2026 passes.

A judge in Seattle attached a 6‑year‑old Venezuelan girl's immigration case to her mother's after community organizers rallied and secured legal help. Advocates say she had once been summoned alone to court.

Milwaukee-area customers say We Energies bills jumped by hundreds this winter, with residents sharing screenshots while the utility points to cold weather and gas-market pressures.

Tenants in two Morrisania buildings on Franklin Avenue report leaks, rats and drug activity and say management has been slow to act. City health and housing agencies are being asked to step in.

A late‑January freeze pushed wholesale gas prices sky‑high and left Leesburg’s utilities with roughly $3.3 million in losses; officials are passing small gas and electric increases to customers.

Baltimore city-owned vehicles received 4,088 traffic citations in 2025, totaling about $452,000 — but most fines were waived or went unpaid, with police vehicles comprising the bulk of violations.

Debt collection calls spiked nationwide in 2025 and more than 13,000 Pennsylvanians reported harassment. Practical steps to verify debts, stop abusive calls and find nonprofit help.