New Orleans' DPW engaged with residents to discuss infrastructure upgrades, prioritizing public input and transparency through outreach events and meetings.

EPCC's Professional Staff Association had a productive annual meeting in Fabens, Texas, focused on communication and unity, featuring a keynote on storytelling by Oscar R. Velasquez.

The Boston School Committee has voted to close three schools and reconfigure one by 2027 due to declining student enrollment and required facility repairs. The contentious decision aims to streamline the district and improve educational quality.

Minneapolis City Council members encourage support for immigrant-owned businesses amid challenges from increased federal immigration enforcement, impacting the local economy and patronage.

Measles exposure was reported at Raleigh-Durham International Airport's Terminal 2 on December 10th, with a call for unvaccinated visitors to watch for symptoms and consider immunization.

The Marysville Police Department welcomed three new officers who graduated from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

El Paso Community College is extending registration hours from January 2-21, 2026, to ease the process for students. Services provided include admissions testing and counseling.

City Councilor Mitch Green leads a push for an oversight hearing on $21 million undisclosed to Portland City Council, coinciding with a budget deficit.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie reflects on his first year in office, noting crime reduction and the implementation of technology in law enforcement, but faces criticism for his methods in addressing homelessness and economic challenges.

Citrus Heights City Council appointed MariJane Lopez-Taff as mayor and Porsche Middleton as vice mayor for the coming year, reflecting routine leadership changes.

Orange County, NC, started its candidate filing period for the 2026 elections on December 1, with the deadline on December 19. Information for prospective candidates is available on the county website.

Arizona announces the launch of Arizona Business Connect on January 12, 2026, to replace eCorp with improved features. The transition starts with eCorp going offline on January 2, 2026.

Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma has announced leadership changes involving Mark Wood moving from the Tax Commission to OMES and Dan LaFortune stepping in at the OTC.