Pittsburgh prepares for a major snowstorm with possible 12-inch accumulation, led by Mayor O'Connor. The city readies trucks, salt, and emergency plans while urging residents to avoid parking on streets and to stay home if possible.

Sacramento leaders are considering a resolution to bar federal immigration officers from using city-owned property as enforcement staging areas after months of downtown protests.

Claire Hall, a longtime Lincoln County commissioner, died Jan. 4; friends say stress from a contentious recall contributed to her death. The vacancy pauses a historic recall.

Union County issues a State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern, enabling road closures and safety measures, while urging residents to prepare and stay informed through their preparedness website.

The Cleveland Fire Department celebrated the promotion of its members, with new Battalion Chiefs, Captains, and a Lieutenant taking on enhanced roles to bolster city safety.

Mayor Michelle Wu launched the Madison Park Co-op Initiative in Boston to offer vocational students from Madison Park Tech Vocational High School paid co-op roles in city departments.

A Dallas judge says a veteran county commissioner publicly mischaracterized her work and filed a defamation suit in county court. The complaint challenges his public attacks and the numbers he cited.

Senator Zaynab Mohamed criticizes JD Vance during his Minneapolis visit, accusing him of avoiding meaningful engagement with those affected by immigration policies and fostering fear.

Arizona State Representative Chris Lopez proposes a C-PACE program to support economic growth and sustainable infrastructure in Pinal County through private financing for real estate projects.

Poway’s council adopted a five‑year schedule that will raise water and wastewater charges nearly 26%, citing rising wholesale costs and a major infrastructure program.

Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections, delivered the first State of Elections Address, highlighting advancements in election security and voter access, and unveiled the Office's 2025 Annual Report.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott requests the cancellation of the Islamic Games of North America due to alleged terrorist ties, while Cy-Fair ISD states no current event agreements exist.

The Saint Paul City Council approved a $100,000 donation from Unity Church-Unitarian to support the city's Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission.