MacArthur Foundation awarded $1.5M to Chicago food banks and neighborhood groups to help backfill gaps from a November SNAP disruption. The largest grant goes to the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

The Tampa Convention Center was named "Best of the Best" by ConventionSouth, marking its eighth award in 2025 and highlighting its impact on the local economy with 87 events hosted.

A Phoenix family celebrates 40 years of running a local Christmas tree lot, offering a place for community tradition and support, even amidst challenges like urban development.

First Baptist Church in Memphis, in partnership with the Hospitality Hub, has opened an emergency warming center for the homeless, offering shelter, meals, and services amidst cold weather.

Denver Police warn of online shopping scams during the holiday season and advise caution with deals, verifying vendors, and understanding sweepstakes' terms.

El Paso Fire Department and educators teamed up for a toy drive, collecting donations for the Toys for Tots campaign and inviting locals to contribute more gifts.

Lakewood, Colorado, encourages residents to recycle autumn leaves at the City Greenhouse instead of throwing them away to reduce waste and produce compost. The service is free until November 30th.

Ogden City prepares for Christmas Village Opening Night with road closures for the Santa Run, Electric Light Parade, and a lighting event with fireworks on Nov 29.

Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood hosted an educational "Turkey Talk" event on Thanksgiving, focusing on the history of the North American wild turkey and featuring crafts and a gratitude board.

El Paso announces no trash pickups on Thanksgiving, with a make-up collection for gray trash bins only on Dec. 1. Residents are advised to hold off on recycling until their next scheduled day.

Redmond Washington has announced that Recology will provide waste services from 2026, focusing on sustainability and competitive pricing, with expanded collection and support for waste reduction practices.

The Redmond Police Department warns of increased car break-ins during the holiday season and advises shoppers to take precautions to protect their vehicles.

The South Milwaukee Police Department and Officer Rodman, alongside his wife, are collecting donations at Wal-Mart for the Shop with a Cop event to sponsor 12 families for the holidays, with a new Venmo option for convenience.