Cold Weekend Holds Firm Across Maryland Before January Warm-Up Arrives
by Baltimore, Maryland — The first weekend of 2026 will feel firmly wintry across Maryland, with cloudy skies, below-freezing mornings, and a chance for scattered flurries, …
Two New Speed Cameras Go Live in Baltimore City School Zones Starting January 5
Baltimore, Maryland — Baltimore City is expanding its automated traffic enforcement network with two new speed camera locations set to activate on Monday, Jan. 5, …
Virginia Law Will Limit Social Media Screen Time for Kids Starting in 2026
Richmond, Virginia — A new Virginia law taking effect Jan. 1, 2026, will place firm limits on how much time children can spend on social …
D.C. Weekend Guide: What’s Happening Across the Region to Start 2026
Washington, D.C. — The first weekend of 2026 arrives with a mix of fresh New Year energy and final chances to enjoy beloved holiday traditions …
West Virginia SNAP Changes Take Effect Jan. 1, Limiting Soda Purchases and Raising Food Access Concerns
Huntington, West Virginia — New restrictions on SNAP benefits took effect Jan. 1 across West Virginia, banning the use of food assistance funds to purchase …
Man Riding E-Bike Killed in South Jersey Hit-and-Run; Police Search for Driver
Mount Laurel, New Jersey — A 49-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed early Monday morning in a hit-and-run crash along Route 73, prompting an …
New California Animal-Protection Laws Taking Effect in 2026: What Pet Owners Need to Know
San Diego, California — A sweeping set of new animal-protection laws will take effect across California on Jan. 1, 2026, bringing tighter rules for pet …
Man Charged With Murder After 26-Year-Old Dakota County Woman Shot on Her Birthday
Castle Rock Township, Minnesota — A 26-year-old woman was fatally shot inside her home on Christmas Eve, which court documents say was also her birthday, …
Nearly 2,000 Products Recalled After Contamination Found at Minneapolis Distribution Facility
Minneapolis, Minnesota — Nearly 2,000 products sold across dozens of retail locations in Minnesota have been recalled after federal inspectors uncovered rodent feces, urine, and …
Two Chicago-Area Christkindlmarkets Close for the Season, but One Festive Location is Still Open
Chicago, Illinois — As the holiday season winds down across the city, fans of traditional German-style Christmas markets may think their chances are slipping away. …