A Cook County report shows Chicago’s TIF districts pulled in $1.59 billion in 2024 — about 45% of city property-tax revenue — renewing debate over surplus use.

Gov. Kathy Hochul declares a state of emergency for New York ahead of a severe snowstorm, coordinating preparations and resource deployment, including utility workers and salt supplies. Early voting is suspended due to the storm.

An external review of 10 police-involved shootings in Portland recommends improvements in accountability, training, and tactics. Public discussion of the findings is encouraged.

Texas AG Paxton won a lawsuit against VA Claims Insider, LLC, securing a judgment that halts their deceptive practices and forgives $6.8 million of veterans' debt.

US mayors form coalition against a surge of federal agents in Minneapolis-St. Paul, arguing it's unconstitutional and back Minnesota's lawsuit seeking to halt their deployment.

Amid stalking allegations, Reno Judge Bridget Robb retired and withdrew from her re-election campaign. A TPO was issued against her, and a hearing is set for February 13.

El Paso benefits from federal funds after Congresswoman Escobar's efforts, fending off past administration's proposed cuts and boosting local projects, healthcare, transportation, and housing.

At a recent meeting, the Dunedin City Commission focused on infrastructure upgrades, recognized youth achievements, named a park, approved a restroom facility contract, and progressed various other civic projects.

Cookeville Police Department participated in National Night Out after a 15-year break, receiving recognition for community engagement and looking forward to the next event in 2026.

Councilman Pierre Frantz Charles leads a food distribution in North Miami at Sunkist Grove Community Center, in partnership with State Rep. Aristide and Farm Share.

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar spoke against the DHS Funding Bill for removing her amendment aimed at protecting U.S. citizens from ICE detentions and linked the bill's stance to former President Trump's policies.

The Eastern District of Missouri's U.S. Attorney's Office collected over $16 million from civil and criminal actions in fiscal year 2025, with a focus on combatting fraud, including a notable Medicare and Medicaid case.

The St. Charles Parish Council meeting on January 26, 2026, will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including Primrose Canal clean-up and "NO OVERNIGHT PARKING" signs on Weinnig Drive.