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The City of Milton hosted a Winter Wonderland Tea Party with Mrs. Claus, featuring activities, a sleigh technology mishap resolved with magic, and community holiday cheer.

Cleveland introduces Winter Break Programs to keep kids engaged with activities like arts, sports, and education, details shared via social media for the holiday season.

The Butler County Sheriff's Office thanked contributors for the success of their Christmas Caravan, which spread holiday cheer to families in the community.

The FBI warns that cyber actors are using AI to impersonate US officials in text and voice messages to scam victims, advising caution and verification of suspicious communications.

University of Houston is converting its Women and Gender Resource Center into a Parent and Family Engagement Office; students worry the move removes a named safe space on campus.

St. Augustine's Community Recycling Event returns on January 7, 2026, for residents to recycle various items, but excludes things like TVs and hazardous waste.

A judge ruled the U.S. Department of Education unlawfully cut mental health program grants for schools, siding with AG Nessel and other states in a lawsuit.

Polk County seeks a volunteer for its Lakes Access Advisory Committee to improve public lake access, with a deadline for applications on January 9, 2026.

Yolo County announces waste facility holiday schedules, tree recycling, and hazardous waste collection for elderly residents, alongside promoting sustainability practices.

White Settlement Police engaged in community activities such as charity support and holiday drives, recognized a resident's generosity and an officer's service, and revealed a special badge for the upcoming US 250th birthday.

Freedom Reads, founded by Reginald Dwayne Betts, installs library bookcases in prisons, providing inmates with transformative literature and round-the-clock access to encourage growth and hope.

Lawton's Patterson Center hosted a unique Breakfast with Santa event with a Willy Wonka theme, chocolate fountain, local performers, and a visit from Santa Claus. The event offered a raffle with prizes like bicycles and every child received a gift.