CPS Energy says a $10 million jump in unpaid bills during the federal shutdown has pushed roughly 92,000 households toward disconnection as the utility ramps outreach and eyes future rate talks.

The Apex Police Department, with the NC Governor's Highway Safety Program, launched the "Booze It & Lose It" campaign to deter impaired driving during the holidays.

Saint Charles, Missouri law enforcement responded to 94,000 calls for service in 2024, covering a wide range of incidents from noise complaints to serious traffic accidents.

The District 3 Citizens Academy in Clayton County offers monthly educational sessions on local government operations from February to October 2026, led by Commissioner Tashé Allen.

The Jacksonville Beach Police rallied the community for their Stocking Stuffer Project, collecting gifts for less fortunate students at San Pablo Elementary School, which received an abundant response.

Johnson City Police hosted their second Shop with a Cop event for middle school students, offering lunch, shopping, and food vouchers, funded by community donations.

The GIVE JOY Holiday Toy and Gift Card Drive in Clark County celebrated its 15th year, aiding over 3,200 foster children with donations, including laptops for teenagers.

Collierville celebrated the opening of Fire House Number 6, its first new station in nearly 25 years, featuring a fire hose ribbon-cutting and a traditional Truck Push-In ceremony.

Eighteen former cadets say American Airlines' Cadet Academy promised a one‑year, all‑in pathway but left students with delays, debt and alleged racial discrimination.

State leaders in Hawai‘i announce airport travel enhancements, including the fully digital Akamai Arrival form, new wayfinding apps, live parking info, and future security checkpoint renovations to streamline holiday travel.

Place of Grace, a senior housing complex, is set to open in North Memphis, providing affordable homes for elderly residents earning less than 60% of the median income.

St. Bernard Parish President Louis Pomes participated in weekend events honoring military members, including a wreath-laying ceremony and a speech at a deployment ceremony.

Cobb County's 16th Annual waterSmart waterArt contest revealed winners, with middle school students' artwork showcasing the importance of water, set to feature in the 2025 waterArt calendar.