Prince George's County Council is set to appoint a replacement for At-Large Council Member Calvin Hawkins, who resigned. The decision will be made at a virtual meeting.

Elyria, Ohio announces City Hall's early closure on Dec 31 and a delayed trash pickup schedule for New Year's Day.

Anderson Fire Fighters Local 1262 reflected on their 2025 community service, including partnerships with organizations like Operation Love Ministries and hosting charity events.

The North Carolina Parole Commission is considering parole for Gary Gilley, a life-sentenced inmate convicted of murder in 1975, under the Mutual Agreement Parole Program.

A California appeals court reversed a judge and reinstated a jury finding that an employee who misunderstood the Equal Pay Act was protected from retaliation.

Joseph C. Norton resigned from the Framingham Planning Board after an arrest in a child sex crime sting operation. He faces charges including sexual conduct for a fee with a child.

Raleigh's city services will close on New Year's Day, adjusting trash collection and closing the Yard Waste Center, while emergency services remain available.

Mecklenburg County provides a free Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Center for secure child custody exchanges amid intimate partner violence concerns.

Texas' SB8 law will require sheriffs to cooperate with ICE starting in 2026, raising concerns among immigration advocates for community safety and the potential for decreased police interactions due to deportation fears.

CMPD is hosting a vote for 'Officer Good Boi of 2025' between K9s Alvin and Robi at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, highlighting their unique skills and personalities.

Several new laws will take effect in Texas on January 1, 2026, covering issues such as immigration enforcement, expedited evictions, AI regulation, taxation, and insurance transparency.

Garland passed a $360 million bond for city developments and elected Dylan Hedrick as mayor, as the city focuses on projects, arts, homelessness initiatives, and new City Council Committees.

Clark County, Nevada, will introduce a printed paper trail for in-person voting by 2026 to enhance election security and transparency, allowing voters to review their choices before casting their ballot.