A Henderson volunteer says he was stripped of duties and had an award canceled after he backed the ousted police chief; he filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation.

AG Nick Brown obtained a preliminary injunction to stop a federal bill from defunding Planned Parenthood through Medicaid, which secures healthcare services for low-income individuals.

Daytona Beach city auditor's report on fiscal practices reveals questionable spending and a lack of oversight. The city suspended credit card use and formed a committee to address the issues.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed an Executive Order to prevent city parking lots from being used for civil immigration enforcement, promoting safety for the immigrant community.

Nick Geis joins Johnson City as a new assistant city manager with extensive experience in managing municipal services from his prior role in Lexington, N.C.

Oklahoma City's mayoral race features incumbent Mayor David Holt against challenger Matthew Pallares. Voters informed on electoral process, with registration and absentee deadlines approaching.

St. Johns County bans smoking and vaping on beaches and parks within 600 feet of the Atlantic shoreline, exempting cigar smoking due to state law. A $53 fine is imposed for littering related items.

Former high school football player Connor Reynolds became a police officer in Berea, where he grew up and played sports, after graduating from the University of Akron Police Academy.

Heather Cosby was appointed to Washington County's Library Advisory Board, and other initiatives, including child support services and drug task force funding, were discussed at a commissioners meeting.

A Hawaii State Hospital patient transferred to a South Carolina psychiatric center died in November, prompting lawmakers to demand a review of the mainland transfer program.

Massachusetts State Police and local departments discuss strategies to combat illegal street takeovers, emphasizing collaboration and public safety, with Governor Healey and other officials supporting the initiative.

New Orleans City Council launched a "Know Your Rights" portal in response to Operation Catahoula Crunch, to report abuse by immigration officers and educate residents.

Texas implements Senate Bill 8, a bathroom bill requiring public restrooms to match birth gender, affecting schools and government buildings, and causing controversy and confusion over enforcement.