The Massachusetts DOC and State Police's joint task force has been successful in preventing drugs and contraband from entering state prisons, resulting in multiple arrests and seizures.

High school students from Tolles Career and Technical Center visited Ohio State University for a firsthand look at collegiate exercise science programs, participating in interactive learning experiences.

Blaine City introduces an ordinance to regulate transient merchants and protect citizens' privacy, requiring licensing and outlining prohibited activities.

Fort Collins City offices will close for Christmas and New Year's Days, but essential services like fire, police, and utilities will continue. Recreation, Transfort, and cultural facilities will have modified hours.

Clayton announces its municipal election for April 7, 2026, to elect three councilmembers for three-year terms, with eligibility criteria for candidates outlined.

Rick Getschow reported on Eden Prairie's 2025 achievements, including trail restoration, new badminton courts, emergency responses by the fire department, a police youth academy, and significant development projects.

West Jordan elected Annette Harris, Kayleen Whitelock, and Jessica Wignall as at-large councilmembers focusing on civic service, financial stability, housing, jobs, and community engagement.

Assistant Chief Tony Salas was appointed interim Chief of Police by the Denton City Council, succeeding Chief Jessica Robledo starting January 10, 2026.

Attorney General Mayes sues the federal government for $15 million in EV infrastructure funds for Phoenix. The lawsuit, joined by a coalition, challenges the suspension of two grant programs critical for local clean energy initiatives.

Donna Trogdon is named the Knoxville Police Department's first Curriculum Administrator, tasked with enhancing police training quality and effectiveness.

Montgomery County offices will close on December 24, 25, and 26 for Christmas and maintenance, and on January 1 for New Year’s Day, but essential services remain operational.

Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson visits Montréal to bolster aerospace industry ties, eyeing partnerships with Canadian firms like Bombardier and seeking new investments for the city's economic expansion.

Miami University's EHS achieved a 100% compliance score on Ohio's science of reading audit, ensuring their literacy instruction aligns with state requirements for future educators.