Shikha Gupta is appointed to lead Raleigh's Solid Waste Services, bringing 20 years of experience and innovative waste management strategies, starting January 5, 2026.

Officer Demarcus Smith of Plant City won the Olin S. Wright Lodge #79 – Officer of the Year award for his service, and he's set to join the Criminal Investigations Division.

Rep. Elise Stefanik withdrew from the New York gubernatorial race, citing family reasons and avoiding a GOP primary battle, leaving Republicans to reassess their approach against Gov. Hochul.

David Jennings is appointed Student Regent for Texas Woman’s University, serving until 2026. He has a strong academic background and a scholarship award.

The Austin City Council approved a contract providing better pay and working conditions for firefighters, including a 4.2% raise for most staff and a new work schedule to reduce weekly hours.

Tensions rise between a Henderson councilwoman and police unions over her email criticizing the department's integrity, leading to increased union opposition and calls for political accountability.

The Hays County Mental Health Court received a $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation for expungement services, aimed at aiding the reintegration of its graduates.

Governor Greg Abbott reshapes his Budget and Policy team, appointing Tabatha Vasquez as Senior Advisor, Cory Fish as Policy Director, and Fisher Reynolds as Budget Director.

Trump administration's new policy endangers transgender minors' access to gender-affirming care, with Senator Scott Dibble condemning the measure as cruel and manipulative.

Minneapolis will increase its minimum wage to $16.37 in 2026, surpassing Minnesota's state minimum of $11.41, with the aim to address wage disparities and inflation.

A Justice Department memo and Education Department review put University of Hawaiʻi Native Hawaiian programs and roughly $12.3M in federal grants at risk.

Arizona's Secretary of State Adrian Fontes refused DOJ's request for unredacted voter data, citing legal prohibitions.

Socorro, Texas, celebrates city employees' work anniversaries, acknowledging their dedication and service to the community with a #Citywithamission social media post.