More than two years after a Dallas letter carrier died in extreme heat, unions and his widow say USPS still hasn’t put enforceable protections in place.

The Utah County Commissioners' 2026 meeting schedule has been published, with sessions to be held at the county administration building, emphasizing transparency and civic participation.

New workplace heat safety guidelines are established in Arizona, including measures like access to water, shade, and training, with the aim of protecting workers from heat-related risks.

Franklin County libraries will host the Legal Aid NC mobile unit in Louisburg and Youngsville on January 7, offering free legal guidance and resources to residents without requiring an appointment.

Governor Hochul introduces tax relief and wage increases to alleviate the financial burden on New Yorkers, including cutting state income taxes on tipped income, reducing tax rates, expanding the child tax credit, and raising the minimum wage.

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue shared their 2025 accomplishments on Facebook, including handling over 45,500 emergency calls and merging with other fire departments. They also hosted 250 events and educated 9,500 students on safety.

Missouri farmers await Beef and Dairy Grant decisions by MASBDA after high application volume delays review process; grants support facility and equipment upgrades.

Texas A&M approved hiring outside counsel to participate in the state AG's insulin pricing lawsuit, local reporting says. Regents chair Bob Albritton offered no comment.

Jacksonville's enforcement intensifies traffic law education and patrolling to reduce fatalities, featuring Officer Scott Tucker's social media outreach on safe driving practices.

A doctored campaign mailer and a stalled Texas labeling bill show how AI‑generated images are complicating politics ahead of the 2026 season.

Raleigh Parks opens nominations for the Fred Fletcher Outstanding Volunteer Awards to honor local volunteers for their contributions to the city's green spaces. Nominations are accepted until Jan. 31.

Oak Creek readers can enjoy the Book Nook's $5 bag sale at the public library on select Saturdays, with proceeds benefiting the library. Cash-only transactions for books, audiobooks, and DVDs.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins his term with two executive orders, revoking post-September 2024 orders for a fresh start and appointing five Deputy Mayors.