Monica Holmes is appointed as the new Director of Charlotte Planning, Design & Development, after serving as interim Planning Director since February 2025 and previously holding key roles within the department.

SB 634 bars cities from fining or arresting outreach workers who provide basic aid to people living outdoors. Local groups in Los Angeles say the law removes a chilling legal threat.

A WIRED investigation and local reporting show ICE may be eyeing One Enterprise Center at 225 Water St for a downtown legal office; property managers say no lease is confirmed.

Bridgeton Police celebrated ACO Armstead's dedication in rescuing Bella, a lost dog, praising his efforts in animal welfare and his support for patrol officers.

A push to lift Tennessee’s minimum wage to $20 stalled in a House subcommittee on Feb. 11, leaving the state at the federal $7.25 floor.

Wike Graham has been promoted to deputy chief at Charlotte Fire Department, where he will oversee the Business Administration division, handling resources, staffing, and infrastructure.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stepped back from expanding CityFHEPS rental vouchers, citing a tightened budget and legal questions — leaving advocates and a pending suit to press for answers.

Delegate Bob Long joined House Republicans introducing bills in Annapolis to require photo ID at polls and enroll Maryland in SAVE for citizenship verification.

At a Fort Worth forum Wednesday, GOP hopefuls for Tarrant County and state House seats debated immigration, redistricting and public safety ahead of the March 3 primary. Voters watched candidates try to stake out the suburban ground now in play.

George Kelesis, a Las Vegas tax and white‑collar attorney, was nominated by the White House on Feb. 11 to be U.S. attorney for Nevada. The nomination now heads to the Senate for confirmation.

Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a law Wednesday that adds cursive handwriting to Pennsylvania's required elementary subjects; the requirement becomes effective April 12, 2026.

Two Texas men face federal charges for alleged drug trafficking and gun violations, with the potential for significant prison time and fines if convicted.

Georgia advanced a bill to let high school athletes earn NIL money with sunset clauses, banned industries and new oversight for minors.