Travis County's new courthouse was closed due to water damage from a burst valve, shifting court proceedings to virtual platforms until further notice.

San Diego County schools faced closures and early dismissals due to storms causing floods and power outages, with La Mesa-Spring Valley schools, Monarch School, and others affected.

Boston's Registry Division reports 'Olivia' and 'Liam' as the most popular baby names in 2023, with 'Emma', 'Noah', 'Charlotte', and 'Henry' also trending.

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating San Francisco and Oakland school districts over allegations of civil rights violations and antisemitism.

Showdown Stage Company is presenting "Never After Happily," a play that reimagines fairy tale endings, from January 26 at The MAIN. Tickets are on sale.

A Chicago family's apartment flooded due to a burst pipe, leading the family with a special-needs child to seek new accommodation amidst conflict with the Chicago Housing Authority's assessment.

Notre Dame des Victoires School in San Francisco celebrated its 100th anniversary with community events and recognition of its bilingual education legacy.

San Diego Unified School District opens pre-enrollment for Universal Transitional Kindergarten, targeting kids who turn 4 by Sept 1, 2024, with applications accepted from January 22 to February 2, 2024.

Bill Perkins advocates on Fox Business for giving money to children before passing away, rather than waiting until the end, suggesting ages 28-33 as optimal for the impact.

Patrick Roers was fatally shot at a Cloquet, Minnesota motel where he was training for a new job. His family and the community remember him as a cheerful, loving person with aspirations of starting a family.

Santa Clarita's Trek Bike Park hosts a free Youth Mountain Bike Demo Day featuring trials of youth mountain bikes, helmets, music, games, and giveaways. Sessions are on select dates in January and February.

Morrison County opens registrations for the Circle of Security Parenting Program, which offers in-person and virtual sessions to help parents understand their children's emotional needs.

Flint, Michigan launches Rx Kids, providing financial aid to expectant mothers and newborns, with flexible spending and no income restrictions, aimed at alleviating poverty.