Arlington County prepares for the 60th Presidential Inauguration, with offices closed and enhanced security measures, including drone flights regulated by federal agencies. Public vigilance is urged, although no threats are known.

D.C. has established the DC250 Commission, led by Mayor Muriel Bowser, to plan the city's activities for America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, in conjunction with America250's national celebration.

AG Brian L. Schwalb launched the Housing Protection and Affordability Initiative, appointing Beth Mellen to lead efforts in boosting affordable housing.

Washington, D.C. launches the "Office to Anything" program to repurpose vacant office spaces into various commercial uses, offering tax incentives to developers.

The Montgomery County Council will celebrate Muslim and Korean American Heritage and hold hearings on zoning changes, bag taxation, U Visa policy, a mental health hotline, and a sector plan revision.

The CFPB proposes a rule to ban financial contract clauses that strip away consumer rights, emphasizing the need to preserve constitutional freedoms and legal recourses.

The CFPB reports a rise in Buy Now, Pay Later loans, particularly among consumers with lower credit scores, noting a trend of multiple BNPL loans per user.

The U.S. Department of Commerce is awarding $25 million to workforce training programs under the Good Jobs Challenge, focusing on key industries in 35 states and one territory.

President Biden discussed regional security and economic cooperation with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines amid concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea.

President Biden has declared a major disaster in South Carolina following severe weather, enabling federal aid for storm and flood recovery in Bamberg, Calhoun, and Orangeburg counties.

Montgomery County will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. on January 19 with a free event at Strathmore, including music, storytelling, and a community service initiative.

The CFPB seeks public input on updating financial privacy laws for digital payments and proposes a rule for transaction disputes, aiming to protect consumers in the evolving digital marketplace.

Mayor Bowser and federal partners are scheduled to hold a public safety press briefing for the Presidential Inauguration on January 13 at the Marion S. Barry Jr. Building.