Sgt. Justin Hackbarth has been moved to a long-term care hospital after a collision, with ongoing support from the community as he recovers. Investigations into the incident continue.

Last-minute shoppers in Phoenix visited stores like Safeway on Christmas Eve for final purchases, from stocking stuffers to alcohol, with a festive yet calm atmosphere reported.

The Plainfield Police Department, in collaboration with local partners, spread holiday joy to 126 kids through their Santa Cops program, reflecting increased community generosity.

Atlanta airport sees holiday travel surge with safety concerns, expecting 5.3 million travelers. Security incidents have raised alertness among passengers and officials.

The Sellwood Community House in Portland overcame the threat of closure and thrived under community management, eventually gaining ownership of its facility, and reintroduced free youth activities in Sellwood Park.

Sacramento's Old Sacramento Waterfront hosts the "Countdown on the Cobblestones," a family-friendly New Year's Eve event with live music and a 9 p.m. fireworks show.

Statesville firefighters extinguished a Christmas Eve brush fire in the Hidden Lakes neighborhood with help from a child 'elf' bringing holiday cheer.

"National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation" wins the Christmas Movie of the Year in a close race, with 1,400 votes and a margin of under 40, beating "Home Alone." The Burleson Police Department in Texas celebrates the community event.

The Fishers Fire Department has improved safety by acquiring 15 new RKI GX-Force 4 gas monitors for enhanced air monitoring, useful in various environments.

The Newark Division of Police's Operation Santa Sleigh included a cruiser decoration contest, with Officer Trotter placing third, showcasing community spirit and generosity.

Three Arizona restaurants made Yelp's 'Top 100 Ramen Shops 2025' list, with Yutaka Japanese Restaurant ranking 22nd, Daruma Ramen and Bowl 28th, and Daruma Sushi/Roll/Noodle 44th.

The Mansfield Activities Center hosted a joyful Senior Holiday Party, with a sock exchange and Santa visit, highlighting their commitment to nurturing senior social interactions.

The Apex Police Department's elf, Lucy, shared a holiday message on Facebook, hinting at future appearances despite feeling unwell and promising to gift personalized "Lucy" dolls to five families.