A Raleigh man, Akeem Netron Holder Evans, was sentenced to 50 years in prison for running a large-scale drug operation, distributing substances like cocaine and fentanyl.

Minnesota is pausing licensing for adult day care centers due to excess capacity, aligning with Governor Walz's order to combat fraud and focus on oversight of existing facilities until January 2028.

New Orleans adjusts trash collection schedule for Christmas, excluding the French Quarter and DDD, with pickups delayed by one day post-25th December.

Tulsa Parks offers two Free Community Days during winter break, with activities such as basketball, pickleball, and crafts, aiming to foster community engagement and wellness.

Khalid Kamau, ex-South Fulton Mayor, is set to face trial for a trespassing charge after rejecting a plea deal. He could get up to a year in jail if convicted.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo publicly criticizes Annise Parker's candidacy for county judge, comparing her to DA Kim Ogg and accusing her of Republican alignment.

Jeff Huntley has been appointed as the new Deputy Chief of Keller's Fire-Rescue team, recognized for his 25 years of service and leadership qualities.

Saint Paul's prosecutors use a novel Gun Diversion Program blending rehabilitation and accountability to curb gun crime, showing early signs of success with only one reoffense among 21 participants.

Englewood appoints Seth Brown as its first Affordable Housing Program Manager, highlighting his engineering background and experience with housing projects.

New Orleans launches a $28 million Distributed Energy Resource Program to improve grid reliability and resilience without extra costs to ratepayers, especially after Hurricane Ida's impact.

James Garner Avenue in Norman will be closed at Gray Street for reconstruction starting December 22 for about 30 days, as part of a local transport initiative.

Senator Ted Cruz called for the U.S. to maintain leadership in next-gen communications, supporting faster broadband, reduced regulations, and updated satellite licensing.

The DeSoto Police Department invites community feedback as part of their CALEA® Accreditation process to maintain and improve public safety standards.