Tensions rise between a Henderson councilwoman and police unions over her email criticizing the department's integrity, leading to increased union opposition and calls for political accountability.

The Hays County Mental Health Court received a $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation for expungement services, aimed at aiding the reintegration of its graduates.

Governor Greg Abbott reshapes his Budget and Policy team, appointing Tabatha Vasquez as Senior Advisor, Cory Fish as Policy Director, and Fisher Reynolds as Budget Director.

Trump administration's new policy endangers transgender minors' access to gender-affirming care, with Senator Scott Dibble condemning the measure as cruel and manipulative.

Minneapolis will increase its minimum wage to $16.37 in 2026, surpassing Minnesota's state minimum of $11.41, with the aim to address wage disparities and inflation.

A Justice Department memo and Education Department review put University of Hawaiʻi Native Hawaiian programs and roughly $12.3M in federal grants at risk.

Arizona's Secretary of State Adrian Fontes refused DOJ's request for unredacted voter data, citing legal prohibitions.

Socorro, Texas, celebrates city employees' work anniversaries, acknowledging their dedication and service to the community with a #Citywithamission social media post.

Ogden Police officers attended Liberty Elementary's Winter Celebration of Learning, signifying an effort to strengthen community ties and showcasing the department's commitment to community-oriented policing.

The Arizona Secretary of State's office announced plans to launch a TikTok account to engage with younger voters and expand voter information outreach.

State Rep. Kelly Cassidy filed a bill to add big cats, bears and primates to Illinois' circus-animal ban and classify them as 'covered animals' under the criminal code.

Lawmakers approved $1.11M in emergency funds to keep sexual‑assault and domestic‑violence programs running after federal grants were paused amid delayed audits. The AG’s office will pursue loans and legal options while services continue.

A Waco justice of the peace filed a federal lawsuit asking judges to overturn the 2015 same‑sex marriage ruling and to block state discipline after refusing to officiate same‑sex weddings.