A proposal in New York seeks to require judges to make yearly visits to state prisons, aiming to connect them directly with the impact of their sentencing decisions.

The Justice Department is suing California, claiming the state's redistricting plan violates the Fourteenth Amendment by engaging in racial gerrymandering.

Seven candidates, including incumbents and newcomers, are set to compete for three Tempe City Council seats on March 10, 2026, with issues like urban development and safety at the forefront.

Cody York won the Murfreesboro Technology Council Leadership award for advancing Rutherford County's tech scene.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife stocks lakes with 65,000 rainbow trout for Black Friday fishing, continuing a tradition to encourage outdoor activity over the holiday.

Durham City services will be disrupted during Thanksgiving break on November 27-28, with closures of non-essential facilities and rescheduled trash collections.

Raise Your Hand Texas is pitching a permanent "Legacy Education Fund" to create steady supplemental revenue for schools as Gov. Abbott pushes to eliminate school property taxes.

Governor Abbott appoints 14 to the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council, including Dr. Sophia Rahman and Dr. Stefani Reinold, aiming to enhance PANS research and treatment in Texas.

The St. Charles Parish Council is holding a crucial meeting on November 17, 2025, to discuss matters like a Limited Tax Bond, public works contracts, land dedication, and ordinance amendments. Public attendance and online viewing are available.

Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson highlighted crime reduction and economic growth in his State of the City address, emphasizing safety and the attraction of Fortune 500 companies.

The Knoxville City Council approved a $100,000 emergency fund to address the rising food assistance needs, further supported by matched funds from the United Way.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt appoints Russ Cochran as special prosecutor, challenging AG Drummond's directive on indigenous hunting rights enforcement.

North Carolina Governor criticizes state leaders for not funding Medicaid, calling it legislative dysfunction.