WFAA's Inside Texas Politics lines up three county judges this Sunday to hash out immigration, Potter County's budget struggles and a possible Dallas jail site.

Nicolás Maduro's capture has provoked differing reactions from New York lawmakers, with some criticizing the lack of congressional approval and others praising it as a win for justice.

A 9th Circuit panel ruled California's open‑carry ban unconstitutional in a 2–1 decision, targeting a population rule that covers most urban counties. The state is weighing rehearing and appeals.

Elyria, Ohio welcomes a new city council and continues Mayor Brubaker's promise for civic engagement, transparency, and public communication through social media and an interactive investment map.

Hawai‘i's Governor extends New Year greetings and reaffirms commitment to tackle key issues like housing, healthcare, homelessness, and climate change in a statement.

Dallas County sued the Trump administration to restore pandemic‑era public‑health grants it says were unlawfully rescinded, blaming the cuts for canceled clinics and layoffs.

Columbus, Ohio is facing a controversy over alleged misconduct at Somali-owned daycares, with police calls and calls for investigations into potential fraud and misuse of public funds.

Jeffrey Szymaniak resigned as superintendent of Whitman-Hanson schools amid budget crisis and staff layoffs. Dr. John Marcus steps in as acting superintendent.

North Palm Beach Village Councilmember Kristin Garrison has passed away, her service legacy recalled by colleagues.

Boston Harbor's shellfishing classification is changing for the first time in 100 years following a clean-up, allowing direct consumption from certain areas.

Austin's city staff released guidelines that require human review of all AI outputs and promise labor safeguards, tying local rules to the state's new AI law. The memo sets a public registry, policy updates and an outreach plan.

Texas Governor Abbott seeks the extradition of Reynaldo Mata-Rios, the suspect in Commissioner Betancourt's murder, from Mexico, referencing historical context for cross-border justice cooperation.

The CCSO honors Senior Detention Officer Lee Clark as he approaches retirement, having pursued law enforcement after earning his GED and serving over 13 years.