Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hosting workshops for public input on the master plan for local parks and facilities, with both in-person and virtual options scheduled for community engagement.

Adam Price, 32, launched a bid for Henderson mayor, focusing on housing affordability and curbing corporate influence. His entry reshapes a race with Mayor Michelle Romero and Hollie Chadwick.

Oklahoma State Senator Michael Brooks sponsored a bill to nullify nondisclosure agreements for state employees upon resignation or termination to promote government transparency.

Pinellas County has revised its tree permitting process to make it more lenient, requiring permits only for certain tree removals and incentivizing the planting of native species.

At a sold-out Hilton Americas luncheon, Mayor Whitmire outlined public safety, storm recovery and budget priorities while neighborhood advocates pressed back. The speech set the table for upcoming council fights over generators, drainage and downtown investment.

Three organizations in Montgomery County were awarded the 2025 Austin Heyman Community for a Lifetime Award for their work in supporting older adults.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will speak at the Munich Security Conference, focusing on city leadership and democracy, joining leaders such as Warsaw's and Kyiv's mayors.

New Orleans Mayor Moreno and the City Council have announced a $6 million investment in city-operated street paving projects, aimed at reducing reliance on private contractors and creating local jobs.

A federal judge dismissed the case of Jonathon Redondo‑Rosales, who had been jailed for six months after a downtown protest. The order criticized prosecutors and bars re-prosecution.

An employee at the Milwaukee DA's office resigned after improperly leaking case info involving Marty Brooks and José Pérez. Charges won't be pressed against Brooks, as the DA focuses on privacy and legal integrity.

Akron's 2026 Capital Budget allocates funds for enhancements to parks and community centers, including $1.2 million for the Rubber City Heritage Trail and upgrades for HVAC systems, lighting, and a new restroom facility at Elizabeth Park.

Columbus Mayor Ginther announced a plan for a $500 million affordable housing bond, focusing on building and preserving affordable units, reducing homelessness, acquiring land, and spurring construction innovation.

An OIG synopsis says Baltimore used $516,150 in ARPA funds to pay Artscape performers and reallocated hundreds of thousands without required approvals.