The Arizona AG warned against home construction scams following a case in Tucson where residents lost $75,000, advising to hire licensed contractors and avoid upfront payments.

Philadelphia completed the MacArthur Foundation's Safety and Justice Challenge, reducing its jail population by 58% and focusing on pretrial practices and community engagement.

Academy 21 firefighter recruits have completed Week 12 with live-fire and wildland firefighting training. They face exams and practical tests ahead, also trained in auto extrication and fitness, preparing for real-world challenges.

San Francisco's Mayor Daniel Lurie announces a 'treatment or jail' program for public drug use, met with mixed reactions on its potential long-term effectiveness.

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office highlighted the success of their recruitment event for corrections deputies, focusing on workforce diversity and the challenging yet rewarding nature of the role.

Todd Jones joins Cookeville Public Works as Civil Engineer II, overseeing city development and infrastructure projects for compliance with regulations.

The Saint Paul Police Department's Canine Unit won the USPCA 2025 Tim Jones Memorial Award, with individual teams also achieving top rankings in various categories.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell ended the Limited Civil Emergency declared due to SNAP benefit disruptions, criticizing the previous federal administration and detailing local efforts to combat food insecurity.

After a botched rollout and reports of lost calls, Cal OES is redesigning California's Next Gen 911 and restarting procurement under a statewide model.

Dr. Carlos C. Amaya is appointed as EPCC's new VP of Instruction and Workforce Education, effective February 1, 2026, following Dr. Steven Smith's retirement.

Skokie trustees authorized staff to draft a tax‑levy ordinance that could end a 35‑year freeze. The proposed levy would raise about $750,000 and add roughly $21 a year to the typical home.

Federal spending bill changes national hemp definition, impacting Oregon, with new rules on THC levels and synthetic cannabinoids set for November 2026; Oregon's current policies remain in effect until then.

U.S. and Chinese military officials met in Honolulu this week under the MMCA to review risky naval and air encounters and plan a 2026 follow‑up.