Ohio State University held the Buckeye Day of Dialogue, an event promoting civil discourse among community members, with discussions on free speech and protest policies on campus.

The City Council opposed new regulations on temporary alcohol permits, directed a hearing on rezoning, sought an accounting firm for Fiscal Year 2025 audit, and set a vote for a security district fee.

Rockville Centre parents pressed the school board Thursday after officials revealed a roughly $3.7M projected shortfall for the 2026–27 budget, prompting calls for an itemized accounting.

Paxton ruled Feb. 12 that independent probes are required only when an inmate dies on jail grounds, reshaping how Tarrant County in‑custody deaths may be handled.

Shorewood seeks volunteers for various committees, including those for affordable housing, sustainability, public art, eldercare, firefighter recruitment, parks, land use planning, and public art.

Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel announced recipients of the 2026 Business-Education Leader Awards for Excellent Business Advisory Councils in Ohio, recognizing their efforts in aligning education with workforce needs.

The Lorain County Sheriff's Office honors SGT Jones during Black History Month for her 20+ years of service, highlighting her leadership in Inmate Reception and Releases.

Rep. Collin Duel's pro-business bill, House Bill 3498, progresses in Oklahoma to modernize corporate laws after the loss of major employers, promising a competitive and stable economic environment.

Mayor Helena Moreno of New Orleans issued an executive order prohibiting city officials from entering into 287(g) agreements with ICE, preventing local police from acting as immigration agents.

Charlotte won't change trash collection for Presidents’ Day; services, including garbage and recycling, to occur as usual. Residents should place carts out by 6 a.m. and can check schedules online or sign up for text alerts for future changes.

Manatee County will renovate the park at Martha B. King Middle School, adding sports courts, a playground, new sidewalks, and improving parking and stormwater systems, while enhancing the landscape with native plants.

Governor DeWine of Ohio announced a $20M initiative to create six child wellness campuses aimed at keeping children with complex needs close to their communities for care.

State Rep. Mike Karickhoff of Indiana is honored for his 16-year legislative career as he retires, known for fiscal responsibility and community improvement.