Milpitas’ council unanimously named Police Chief Jared Hernandez acting city manager as the city restarts a search for a permanent hire. The move aims to steady City Hall after recent turnover.

Alberto Preciado is appointed as the Finance Director of Davis, set to begin on February 2, 2026, bringing over 18 years of government finance experience to the role.

Gov. Stein of North Carolina briefed on the state's preparedness for an approaching winter storm, highlighting safety plans, state of emergency, and road crew readiness.

The Arizona Attorney General is challenging the ACC over the approval of a secretive energy deal between TEP and Beale Infrastructure Group, citing a lack of transparency and accountability.

Montgomery County hosts a forum discussing the implications and policies for data centers, balancing economic and environmental concerns, with community input encouraged for sustainable development.

Landon Beal, a former Grove City High School student, has committed to joining the Ohio State Buckeyes as a long snapper after redshirting at the University of Maine.

The Rampart Park Drainage project in Colorado Springs begins Jan. 21, affecting park facilities for three weeks and possibly altering access due to weather.

Mayor Michelle Wu declared a cold emergency in Boston due to extreme cold and wind chills forecasted. Warming centers will open and residents are advised on safety and heating system maintenance.

Cochise County leaders reject Flock Safety license plate readers to prioritize privacy and civil liberties, emphasizing caution in surveillance tool adoption and seeking alternative public safety solutions.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has introduced the Whole-of-Louisiana Energy Strategy, aiming to synchronize public and private efforts to elevate the state's position in the energy economy.

Governor Stein of North Carolina declares a State of Emergency in anticipation of a significant winter storm, advising residents to prepare and limit travel.

Oklahoma Sen. Gollihare sponsors bill to protect worship services from disruptions; SB 743 could impose fines, jail time for offenders while respecting free speech rights.

Indiana is considering phasing out the penny in cash transactions, as part of a tax policy reform proposed by State Sen. Dan Dernulc in Senate Bill 243, which recently passed a Senate Committee.