Santa Clara County is considering $290 fees for most homeowners and $675 for larger commercial appeals to cover the cost of its assessment appeals program.

A large outage left hundreds in Anthony, Canutillo and northeast El Paso without power Friday as crews worked to reroute service.

Anne Marie Schubert, the former Sacramento County district attorney and cold‑case prosecutor, will lead the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation, the group announced Thursday. The move pairs a high‑profile prosecutor with a long‑running conservative legal shop.

Councilman Andre Byrd of DeSoto, Texas hosts an orientation for Leadership Southwest, assuming the role of President/Chair for the Class of 2026, indicative of his regional influence and dedication to community service.

Massachusetts reports a rise in payroll jobs for the third month, although unemployment also increased slightly to 4.8%. The Healey-Driscoll administration is focusing on workforce development.

Keller Fire-Rescue has new leadership, with Chief Shane Skaggs, Deputy Chief Chad Huntley, and Fire Marshal Arturo Billarreal stepping into top roles, as recognized at a City Council meeting.

Massachusetts introduces the First Peoples First Stewards Children's Library to share Native American authors at DCR sites, highlighting Indigenous histories and stewardship.

A Decatur ISD committee recommended a $137M bond to replace McCarroll Middle School and fund districtwide upgrades.

Miami University canceled Monday classes due to a winter storm, while keeping residence and dining halls open. Remote work is encouraged and parking rules enforced.

Midwest City Police Department supports Special Olympics fundraising, attending the LETR luncheon in Tulsa to back athletes with intellectual disabilities.

The Saint Paul City Council is updating ordinances to limit ICE's use of city property following controversial practices, with public hearings and council members advocating for community safety and legal clarity.

Cambridge increases parking fines by $10 to improve parking turnover and fund city initiatives starting February 1, 2026.

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office reported a decrease in jail bookings for December 2025, with 1,644 compared to 1,726 in November, and an average jail stay of 19.61 days.