Ogden Police officers attended Liberty Elementary's Winter Celebration of Learning, signifying an effort to strengthen community ties and showcasing the department's commitment to community-oriented policing.

The Arizona Secretary of State's office announced plans to launch a TikTok account to engage with younger voters and expand voter information outreach.

State Rep. Kelly Cassidy filed a bill to add big cats, bears and primates to Illinois' circus-animal ban and classify them as 'covered animals' under the criminal code.

Lawmakers approved $1.11M in emergency funds to keep sexual‑assault and domestic‑violence programs running after federal grants were paused amid delayed audits. The AG’s office will pursue loans and legal options while services continue.

A Waco justice of the peace filed a federal lawsuit asking judges to overturn the 2015 same‑sex marriage ruling and to block state discipline after refusing to officiate same‑sex weddings.

The New Orleans City Council overrode Mayor Cantrell's veto of the 2026 budget, froze new spending, honored military service, celebrated Edna Karr High's win, initiated a sustainable energy program, and extended parking meter limits.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office released Issue #31 of its HCSO Insider newsletter, highlighting community engagement, staff accomplishments, and safety initiatives.

A federal court ordered major poultry companies to clean up contamination in the Illinois River Watershed, with the industry facing a comprehensive 30-year cleanup plan and immediate waste management restrictions.

Saint Paul issued a cease-and-desist to DHS for using city property without consent, demanding the stop of unauthorized use of city parks for federal operations.

The Texas Supreme Court declined to review Austin’s voter‑backed marijuana decriminalization law, leaving an appeals‑court injunction in place and the measure effectively blocked for now.

Senator Gallego marks a year in the Senate, focusing on Arizona's working families, introducing bills on health care and housing, and fighting VA layoffs.

Lewisville mourns Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Swope's death; Mayor orders flags at half-staff. Swope, praised for his service and mentorship, leaves a lasting legacy.

Senator Blackburn introduced the TRUMP AMERICA AI Act to streamline AI policy and protect "children, creators, conservatives, and communities," aligning with Trump's executive order on AI.