Adrianne Stewart was honored as the 2025 North Region Law Enforcement Torch Run Rookie of the Year for her outstanding community service and leadership.

Florida's ID changes necessitate voters to update registration details due to new driver license number system aimed at preventing identity theft, as informed by the Duval County Supervisor of Elections.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's deputies were commended for 10-15 years of service, highlighting their dedication to the community and law enforcement's positive role.

Councilmember Ray Wang apologized after leaving a Dec. 2 Zoom council meeting about a housing project; his exit forced the session to end.

Rockwall County's Commissioners Court meeting on December 17, 2025, will address the appointment of a new judge and infrastructure updates. Public participation is welcomed at the courthouse.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Tommy Lucas and Lynden Rose, and reappoints Alonzo Cantu to the University of Houston System Board of Regents, with Bryan Clark also joining.

City Council of Durham is deciding on the future of the former Police HQ at 505 W. Chapel Hill St, with staff advising to wait for better market conditions for redevelopment and to discuss preservation of the historic Milton Small building.

Federal and state lawyers have asked a judge to dismiss a 16‑year consent decree after Texas says it overhauled 13 state supported living centers.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office celebrated the graduation of Basic Corrections Classes 2-25 and 3-25, emphasizing the new deputies' rigorous training and commitment to integrity and public service.

Alejandra Salinas leads in early votes for Houston City Council against Dwight Boykins, focusing on city basics, while Boykins stresses fiscal responsibility. Final results are pending.

CMPD teamed up with local "elves" in Charlotte to hand out $100 bills to residents in need, honoring the Secret Santa tradition started by Larry Stewart in 1971.

Gov. Hochul vetoed a bill that could've weakened NYC mayoral powers, a move beneficial to Mayor-elect Mamdani's agenda, amidst a political tug-of-war and disagreement over homeless policy.

President Neville Pinto celebrated the success of graduates from 47 states and 61 countries at the University of Cincinnati's commencement in Fifth Third Arena.