Knoxville city offices will close for Christmas and New Year, with altered garbage collection and limited public transit schedules, while the My Knoxville app remains available for reporting issues.

Kids Hurt Too Hawaiʻi launched a 24/7 crisis and referral line for queer youth and families, offering culturally grounded support in English and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.

The new Gateway South Shelter in Manatee County, designed for women facing addiction and homelessness, has opened, providing accommodations and support services.

Colorado State Patrol warns of traffic risks during the holidays, citing 124 crashes last Christmas and urging caution, sober driving, and adherence to speed limits.

Surprise Stadium seeks National Anthem singers for Spring Training games from Feb 20 to March 21, 2026. Applications are due by January 9, 2026. Selected vocalists will be notified by early February.

Officials from Shaker Heights and Cleveland Heights met with ODNR to discuss Lower Lake dam's safety, with ODNR providing inspection findings and recommendations.

El Paso Police Department focuses on safe holiday travel through the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program, urging the community to adopt safe driving practices.

St. Bernard Parish firefighters raised $21,000 for local charities through a "Boot Shake" fundraiser, earning community and government recognition for their service and community spirit.

AAA predicts record holiday air travel, with busy conditions at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, which sees improved parking and manageable crowds despite the holiday rush.

Arizona State Prison Complex-Perryville inmates are training service dogs for veterans, while the complex also deals with an incident of drug use among inmates, leading to an investigation.

Orlando is preserving Pulse nightclub items for a future memorial, with plans to complete it by 2027, honoring the 49 lives lost in the 2016 shooting.

Sheriff's deputies in Lorain County distributed hams to families in need, blending community support with law enforcement duties during the holiday season.

Arlington Public Works interns joined the Environmental Management team for water quality sampling, learning about local ecosystem protection and conservation efforts.