South Dakota hired its first compliance auditor to prevent fraud after a $1.8 million theft.

Louisiana appoints Angele Davis as inspector general to boost government efficiency and accountability.

Ashley McBryde releases new single "What If We Don't" Jan. 23, 2026, ahead of her fifth album.

Sanciti AI launched RGEN on Jan. 14, 2026, an AI tool that automates software modernization by extracting requirements from code and notes, cutting costs up to 40%.

ADL Final Mile acquires Xcel Delivery Services to expand in Arizona and boost operations.

Three hospitalized after knife attack in Kansas; suspect arrested, motive unknown.

A Tampa Bay trail section remains closed since Jan. 7, 2026, due to hurricane damage, with no reopening date set.

California faces budget shortfall as spending outpaces revenue, prompting warnings of unsustainable debt.

Ontario school awarded $2.2M to fix failing air conditioning ahead of 2026 school year.

Police in Tri-Cities and Yakima are cracking down on illegal window tint, enforcing a 35% light transmission rule to improve safety and avoid fines or impoundment.