At a West Town Township workshop, volunteer fire leaders criticized a proposed local EMS study as duplicative of a 2020 county review and urged townships to focus on funding, recruitment and a possible emergency services tax to stabilize services.

Council member Devoli pressed the Enon Village Council to solicit resident feedback about Flock license‑plate cameras and potential surveillance concerns, citing state and federal legislative activity and local counts of cameras; council agreed to explore public outreach and a public‑safety committee meeting.

Council members express frustration over communication issues surrounding proclamation votes in Saint Cloud.

Mother advocates for SOP 5.75 after daughter's tragic death in Milwaukee County Jail.

Lawmakers defend Cash Patel while recounting controversial ATF raid resulting in tragic shooting.

Legislature enacts task force to investigate criminal insanity and trial competency laws.

Expert explains Cuban nationality complicates US immigration enforcement in recent crime investigation

Several speakers at the Dec. 16 Clayton County Board of Commissioners meeting urged immediate investigation into conditions at the Clayton County Jail and called for the sheriff’s removal, citing alleged long detentions without hearings, mold, broken doors and conflicts of interest; commissioners did not take formal action at the meeting.

Nevada legislators discuss urgent healthcare access issues for first responders in Senate Bill 376.

Court examines police actions during protective sweep following Oliver's arrest on fugitive warrant.

Committee discusses golf ball hazards and downtown parking with local businesses.

Residents call for Sheriff Corpus's resignation citing public safety and financial concerns.

HB 1001 would let county attorneys appoint investigators with law‑enforcement authority (if certified or eligible). Proponents, including several county attorneys, said it bridges evidence gaps and augments small departments; sheriffs and police groups warned it risks conflicts, inconsistent oversight and liability. The bill drew wide testimony but no committee vote at this session.

Residents question select board's decision allowing town administrator to serve two municipalities.

Council discusses upcoming Farmer's Market opening and playground installation at fire station.

The Trump administration has fired about 1,000 newly hired National Park Service employees as part of its broad-based effort to downsize government.

The Trump administration has fired about 1,000 newly hired National Park Service employees as part of its broad-based effort to downsize government.

City Council discusses occupancy limits and parking concerns for King Jug's outdoor seating area.

The zoning board approves a special use permit amidst concerns over potential short-term rentals.

Commissioners discuss liquor license applications, focusing on ownership clarity and compliance issues.

S4007/A4543 would deem promotions from the February 2019 sergeant exam regular appointments for Newark and Patterson officers after litigation challenged the exam; the Fraternal Order of Police and Newark Police witnesses said the bill would 'cure' consequences of civil service adjustments that removed questions from scoring.

The Saint Tammany Parish Council adopted a 2026 operating budget Dec. 4 after hours of public comment and council debate over 30% cuts to parts of the criminal justice system and proposed reductions to mental‑health funding; the measure passed 9‑5.