Lawton's downtown area is brighter with the new Light Up C Avenue project, which has placed decorative lights between 4th and 5th Streets, with plans to expand. A public lighting ceremony is set for December 23.

Boston has introduced new lower rates for its BCCE program, potentially saving residents and small businesses against Eversource rates. The program has saved around $260 million over three years and aims to reduce Boston's carbon footprint.

El Paso County GOP held a public ballot draw on Thursday, producing the order of Republican candidates for the March primaries. Public volunteers helped draw names for congressional and statewide races.

Frank J. Chiara retired from the Bronx DA's office after 47 years, serving under four district attorneys and leaving a legacy of diligent public service.

AG Campbell blocked a HUD policy change, which threatened to increase homelessness, securing a court order to maintain federal funding for Massachusetts' homeless assistance programs.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio honored staff for outstanding work including efforts in high-profile cases and effective civil representation.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed multiple bills aimed at property tax reform and addressed various other legislative matters, including agricultural regulations and inmate rights, while vetoing a section of a bill about hemp beverages.

Massachusetts' Healey-Driscoll Administration is providing $2.1 million in grants to support FNP residencies at CHCs, aimed at strengthening primary care workforces.

Trustees authorized up to $5 million for outreach and tech to reconnect chronically absent students as the district says roughly 24% are missing too much school.

A federal appeals court temporarily halted the deportation of Humboldt Park restaurant owner Asif Cheema after his family says he collapsed in custody at O'Hare. Lawyers say his medical needs should pause any removal.

The MAC in Nashville celebrated the graduation of 41 adults from workforce development and early childhood education programs, including 21 who earned the CDA credential.

Missouri AG Hanaway warns of increased holiday gift card scams, advising consumers to watch for demands for payment via gift cards by scammers posing as authority figures.

A Georgia man was convicted of 67 dog fighting charges and faces life in prison, the DOJ announced. His property had neglected and injured dogs, along with drugs and firearms.