The EU is enforcing a ban on microplastics in cosmetics, with staggered deadlines for different product types. This move impacts global beauty standards, highlighting the need for industry input on practical applications of the regulations.

The Invest Student Challenge, with support from Ohio organizations, engages students in a national competition to create explanatory videos about insurance, enhancing their financial literacy.

Gatlinburg announces closures and service schedules for MLK Jr. Day, highlighting that government offices are closed, yet recreational facilities, sanitation services, and the trolley system will operate normally.

Flagstaff City Council supports the purchase of a downtown parcel from Allthrive365 to address parking and potentially expand affordable housing options.

Cedarwood Elementary's Jazz Lab program combines art and science, teaching fifth graders about the science of sound through hands-on music activities.

Three Putnam County firefighters earned new certifications, enhancing their qualifications and the fire department's service capabilities to the community.

Ruth Aydt to receive the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award for her social justice work in Monroe County, including research on racial disparities and various leadership roles.

Philadelphia First Assistant District Attorney Robert Listenbee steps down, leaving a legacy of juvenile justice reform and public health-oriented policies.

Shaker Heights invites nominations for its 2026 Preservation Awards to honor exterior renovation projects completed after March 2024. Nominations are open until April 30, 2026.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine stresses the need for a national ban on collegiate prop bets following a college basketball scandal involving a points-shaving scheme.

Mecklenburg County Health Director Dr. Raynard Washington resigns, effective January 2026, after leading through the pandemic and implementing public health initiatives.

The Indiana Senate Committee passed a bill to ban vaping products from foreign adversaries like China, citing health concerns and the presence of illegal chemicals.

Putnam County Fire Department celebrates members earning new certifications: Donovan Barnett as EMT-B, Sam Johnson as Fire Officer I, and Isaac Davis as Firefighter I.