Bastrop County rejected a lone nearly $9.8M bid for courthouse HVAC and roof work after officials called the price and timeline unreasonable. The county will rebid through BuyBoard to seek better pricing and pre‑vetted contracts.

North Bend City Council plans to hold a public hearing to consider changes to city code regarding marijuana businesses. Residents can express their views at the event scheduled for January 13, 2026.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's annual report highlights progress in public safety, housing, and governance, noting crime rate reduction, $349.5 million in affordable housing investment, and a successful legislative partnership with the City Council.

The Tennessee Supreme Court ruled that workers' compensation law doesn't shield Tractor Supply from being sued for injuries a vendor employee sustained on their premises.

Two would‑be challengers were kept off the GOP primary ballot after courts upheld the party's signature rules, leaving two Texas Supreme Court seats uncontested. Judges said last‑minute filings and petition gaps doomed the legal bids.

The District Government will operate on modified hours on Christmas Eve and close for Christmas Day, with essential services like emergency shelters and mental health support remaining available.

New Illinois laws in 2023 address gun safety, human trafficking limitations, K-9 officer care, squatter removal, immigrant protection, healthcare options including medical assistance in dying, and workers' rights.

Kaohly Her will be sworn in as Saint Paul's Mayor on January 2 at St. Catherine University. The event is open to the public with limited seating available for reservation.

The Olympia Police Department's Business Office will be closed starting 2:00 p.m. on December 24, reopening December 29; however, patrols continue as normal.

Gov. Josh Green appointed experienced individuals to key Hawaii state boards, including Moses Haia III for water resource management and Jason Moniz to agriculture and biosecurity roles.

Adams County Sheriff’s Office deputies wore Grinch socks at the courthouse for Christmas, sharing festive spirit online, highlighting community engagement and the human side of law enforcement.

Three long-serving Sandusky City Commissioners, Dick Brady, Dennis Murray, and Steve Poggiali, concluded their terms, marking the end of an era with a final meeting celebrated by the community.

Attorney General Dan Rayfield leads a coalition suing HHS over threats to cut funds for gender-affirming care for transgender adolescents, claiming the action is both unlawful and intimidating.