Four companies and three owners settle for $2.65 million over fraudulent PPP loan claims; allegations included inflated payroll figures and misrepresentation of fund use.

TxDOT denied Dallas' request to preserve street art, citing a lack of safety certification and uniform traffic standards, potentially risking infrastructure funds.

New York DMV will close statewide from Feb. 13 to Feb. 18 for a system upgrade to modernize services. Online and phone services will also be affected.

Germantown received a $1.5 million federal grant for roadway safety projects, aiming to reduce traffic-related accidents by implementing traffic calming and safety treatments as part of the SS4A initiative.

A Fort Worth firefighter, Caleb Halvorson, faced workers' comp challenges for injury treatment. Outcry after his mother's social media posts spurred city action, securing his medical care and prompting systemic changes.

Portland Fire & Rescue's Station 20, serving since 1959, has been retrofitted for earthquakes and protects areas like Sellwood and Eastmoreland. Its design reflects community ties, and it promotes local emergency awareness via social media.

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a tuition freeze for SUNY and CUNY institutions in New York for another year, supported by a $90 million state allocation.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul has taken legal action to protect state funding and civil rights from Trump administration policies, filing over 50 lawsuits and ensuring the continuity of key services.

The Massachusetts DPU has saved electric customers money by approving 47 Municipal Aggregation Plans, with participants expecting savings of $2.36 to $18.60 monthly until July 2026. These plans also exceed the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard.

Public school enrollment in Arizona has fallen by nearly 84,000 over the decade while roughly 4,200 teaching positions remain vacant ahead of Superintendent Tom Horne’s address. Districts are closing campuses and lawmakers are eyeing funding fixes.

Alamo Heights ISD canceled a scheduled visit by children’s author Chris Barton after parents objected to an 'LGBTQ+' mention in his book, citing new state restrictions. The move spotlights how SB 12 is reshaping school events.

Governor Bill Lee declares January 19 "Dolly Parton Day" in Tennessee to honor the singer's 80th birthday and her philanthropic work, especially in literacy.

Teacher and principal retention rates in DC schools reach a five-year high, with a majority of educators rated effective or highly effective. Mayor Bowser highlights the impact of increased support and investments in the education workforce.