WASPC said it will initiate proceedings to consider expelling Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank after his heated Senate testimony. The move highlights a growing clash over oversight and rhetoric.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee declares January 19 as "Dolly Parton Day" to celebrate the artist's 80th birthday and her contributions to music and philanthropy.

John Steven Christie has been inducted into the Upper Arlington Wall of Honor for his diverse professional achievements and philanthropic work, including securing the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets and fostering regional economic growth.

U.S. officials visited a Ford plant in Ohio, promoting a plan to lower fuel economy standards to make cars more affordable. The rollback faces criticism for potentially increasing pollution and costs.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is set to deliver her last State of the State address, highlighting bipartisan progress and plans for Michigan's future.

Phil Weiser and Michael Bennet entered 2026 with the biggest war chests in the Colorado governor's race, while GOP fundraisers trail far behind. A late Bloomberg gift supercharged Bennet's outside committee.

James Clear taught Columbus City Schools principals how small habits can significantly impact growth, emphasizing identity's importance in habit formation and introducing the "Four Laws of Behavior Change."

A petition and a trustee-led probe have put Judson ISD board president Monica Ryan under scrutiny after public accusations of favoritism and intimidation.

Hillsborough County opens shelters due to cold, with the National Weather Service predicting temperatures of 40 degrees or lower, factoring in wind chill, on Jan. 18 and 19.

After Gulf Coast's closures, Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas says consolidation, donors and telehealth will keep essential care in Houston. Leaders cast the merger as a lifeline amid sustained political pressure.

The Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarships program sees high demand, with over 50,000 applications for its second year, indicating strong interest in educational choice among families.

Massachusetts Governor Healey celebrates the completion of the New England Clean Energy Connect, a project expected to supply 20% of the state's electricity needs.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine supports a bipartisan proposal that urges PJM to ensure data centers pay for their energy use and not shift costs to the public.