Indiana's legislature is progressing on education bills concerning deregulation, teacher benefits, and private school options, with partisan divide on public education support.

Durham County Government closes non-essential offices early due to severe winter weather, urging caution on icy roads and providing updates via their website.

Minnesota's Blaine Police Department supported the presidential inauguration security in Washington, D.C. at no cost to local taxpayers, with reimbursement for their services.