Philadelphia's City Hall hosted the Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration with Mayor Parker, officials, a performance by Ashanti, and Lalah Hathaway's concert.

Two Waukesha County K9 teams excelled in a state competition, Deputy McIntyre and K9 Rex won the overall championship, while Deputy Kubisiak and K9 Jet placed third in Building Search for Man.

Wing and Walmart launch drone delivery service in Metro Atlanta, offering quick delivery of groceries and goods from six stores, with plans to expand to 100 by 2026.

Memphis adjusts trash collection schedule around Christmas, with no services on Dec 25-26 and tweaks for other days; residents should set out bins by 7 a.m. on their rescheduled day.

Nashville residents can comment on a proposed air pollution source permit; details are available for review, with a deadline of August 17, 2025, for submissions.

Memphis begins construction of the long-awaited Raleigh Farmers Market, with a ceremony on December 9. The project, a collaboration between the city and Raleigh CDC, aims to enhance community development in North Memphis.

St. Louis extends its Code Blue initiative until Dec 9 due to cold weather, ensuring continued emergency shelter operations with available transportation for those in need.

Marquez Holloway, involved in Columbus' drug trade, was convicted on federal drug trafficking charges and faces 30 years in prison as part of Operation Take Back America.

Ohio State University leaders report high graduation rates among student-athletes and discuss infrastructure developments, including a new University Hospital for 2026, at a board meeting.

Hillsborough County's Healthy Living Program, in collaboration with Feeding Tampa Bay, hosts food pantry events to help residents facing food insecurity during the holidays.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office partnered with local vendors to aid residents in need during the holidays, offering resources and support as shared on social media.

The Las Vegas Recovery Hospital, a treatment center for substance use disorders with severe medical issues, is set to open in Southern Nevada, offering integrated care in a 68-bed facility.

Round Rock's population reached 142,053 by December 2025, with growth recorded by the city's Planning and Development Services through regular updates of housing completions.