Missouri Attorney General wins a legal case against MV Realty for deceptive practices, securing over $307,000 and nullifying contracts for homeowners.

Missouri's GCD calls for nominations for its 2025 Inclusion and Youth Leadership Awards, honoring advocates for disability inclusion and youth leaders. Nominations are open till January 31, 2026.

David M. Gray is appointed as Gatlinburg's new fire chief, starting January 3, 2026, succeeding retiring Chief Charlie Cole. Gray brings extensive experience from the Knoxville Fire Department.

Missouri Governor Kehoe appointed Zachary Armfield, assistant prosecutor, as a Circuit Judge in the 25th Judicial Circuit.

Alameda County is considering creating "ICE-free zones" to limit federal immigration enforcement on county property, following actions by neighboring Bay Area jurisdictions.

The Chicago Police Department is criticized for not releasing footage of a Border Patrol shooting, and the involved federal agent, Charles Exum, is scrutinized for his post-incident conduct and evidence handling.

Attorney General Nick Brown and other leaders demand the FCC implement a rule to expand Wireless Emergency Alerts to include more languages and ASL, criticizing FCC delays that prevent wider safety communication.

Former Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln announces his run for California's 13th Congressional District, challenging Democrat Adam Gray, despite a Democratic voter registration advantage.

Ohio House passes bill to name a highway section after fallen officer Lt. Vance M. Andrews, who died in 1945 in a patrol car accident on the same road.

Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi concedes to Marsha Judkins in a tightly contested municipal race, thanking the community for her time in office. Judkins leads with 51.18% of votes.

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has shortlisted three candidates for sheriff, to replace ousted Sheriff Christina Corpus, with a term expiring in 2028.

Ohio representatives introduced House Bill 565, aimed at protecting the identities of grand jurors, in response to a court ruling making such names public.

UC alumni Mohammad Qayoumi and Najia Karim donated $4 million to the university, funding endowed chairs in the College of Engineering and Applied Science and the College of Allied Health Sciences.