The Press Democrat

Is Oakland’s police watchdog body truly independent? Its latest power struggle could be a crucial test.

The police commission still seems to be struggling to gain footing within Oakland’s complex bureaucratic tangles.

Festivals, arts, more things to do in the Milwaukee area in winter 2026

Waukesha JanBoree: Jan. 16-25. Ice and snow sculpting, skating, sledding and fireworks. Ongoing events include a scavenger ...
Sierra Sun Times

On January 15, Commercial Dungeness Crab Fishery will Open in Portions of Northern California, One Area Further Delayed Due to Public Health Hazard

This follows the Jan. 5 opening of the commercial Dungeness crab fishery in the Central Management Area (south of the Sonoma/Mendocino County line, 38° 46.125’ N. latitude).
Block Club Chicago

Opioid Task Force Moves Office To West Side Corner That’s ‘Epicenter Of Fentanyl Crisis’

The West Side Heroin/Opioid Task Force office is based at Lake and Pulaski, what it considers ground zero for the city’s ...

Patch AM: How a funding squeeze could reshape Charlotte-Mecklenburg classrooms this year

The article 🌱 Patch AM: How a funding squeeze could reshape Charlotte-Mecklenburg classrooms this year appeared first on Charlotte Patch. Greetings Charlotte! We’re your go-to source for what’s ...