A damaged gas pipe in Magnolia, Texas, has left High Meadow Ranch residents with a reduced gas supply, prompting conservation measures while utility EPCOR works on repairs.

The Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora, IL remains closed until January 20 due to extreme cold, prioritizing the safety of visitors and animal welfare during the weather conditions.

Solana Beach begins its Coastal Storm Damage Reduction & Beach Replenishment Project, closing Fletcher Cove amenities and advising beachgoers to use alternate entries.

San Diego beaches face advisories and closures due to high bacteria levels, affecting popular spots like Ocean Beach and La Jolla. Visitors are urged to avoid water contact.

Eight horses were rescued by Houston SPCA and Harris County Constable Precinct 1 from severe neglect and are receiving medical care. An investigation into animal cruelty at the site is ongoing.

Dakota County Parks closed public access to Holland Lake due to thin ice, affecting anglers at the Minnesota trout opener. The park urges caution and will update the lake's status on its website and Facebook page.

Coon Rapids opened its outdoor ice rinks on January 12, offering skating opportunities with available warming houses for the holiday weekend, after delays due to warm weather. Rink maintenance will be performed daily.

Garland officials announced the winterization of park restrooms and water fountains due to freezing temperatures, advising residents to make alternative arrangements.

Coyote Point Recreation Area faces closures including Magic Mountain Playground for maintenance, Eucalyptus Playground for repairs, parts of the Bluff Trail due to a landslide, and Knoll parking for storm debris storage.

Tunitas Creek Beach in San Mateo County is undergoing construction to add visitor facilities and stabilize the beach access trail. The iconic pink house was demolished to create new amenities.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has reduced the number of traps in the commercial Dungeness crab fishery to protect whales, effective January 18, with a 64-hour pre-soak starting January 15.

The Brooklyn Park Small Business Center has opened, offering various membership options for local entrepreneurs, from day passes and virtual services to fully furnished private offices.

Brooklyn Park's Recreation & Parks lineup offers winter activities such as snowshoeing, Valentine's luncheons, and indoor events, with fee assistance for families in need.