Detroit sets up shelters and library warm spaces and issues a cold weather health emergency due to a deep freeze; Mayor Sheffield and her team act to provide residents safe havens.

A funeral procession for Fairfield Fire Engineer Christopher Bell will move westbound on I‑80 Friday and is expected to cause delays; an 11 a.m. memorial is set in Vacaville.

Three dogs at Broward Animal Care, Tammy, Truffle, and Ding Dong, are at risk of euthanasia if not adopted; one has deteriorated, as the shelter seeks urgent homes for them.

Raleigh Water will begin its annual chlorine conversion on Feb 26, leading to a temporary pool water taste in tap water, which is safe and meets the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality's standards.

After seven months, Cooper residents were allowed back into their units to retrieve belongings, but disputes over missing items and out‑of‑pocket moving fees remain.

Sen. Jason T. Dickerson introduced Senate Bill 442 to enforce automatic revocation of CDLs for noncitizens when their visa expires or reaches five years, requiring test retakes for renewal.

LSU removed Dr. Steve Nelson as chancellor of LSU Health New Orleans amid a system reorganization and an internal probe into past campus leadership. University leaders say the change reflects new priorities as they consolidate research oversight.

Whiting has told the Northwest Indiana Oilmen to leave Oil City Stadium after 15 years, as city officials pursue new tenants and the team scrambles for a new home. The move raises questions about youth programs and summer jobs tied to the ballpark.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections seeks public comments on rules for voter roll maintenance, focusing on non-citizenship issues, by March 16, 2026. A hearing is scheduled for March 9.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office collaborates with community partners to prevent gang violence by visiting at-risk youth to offer support and alternatives.

Detroit's CeCe Winans won her 18th Grammy for Best Gospel Performance/Song, tying with Aretha Franklin as one of the most awarded females in Grammy history.

John Chavis Memorial Park hosts a free Community Bike Rodeo & Traffic Garden Event with biking activities and safety education for all ages during Bike Month.

Hillsborough County continues its emergency burn ban due to dry conditions that increase wildfire risks, also advising residents on fire prevention measures.