Alaska is on the brink of a significant energy crisis, with state regulators and advocates raising alarms about an impending shortfall in local natural gas supplies. This shortfall could impact urban areas as soon as 2027, affecting utilities from Homer on the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks in the
The White Township Consolidated School District, located in Belvidere, New Jersey, has recently adopted Transfinder's Routefinder PLUS to manage its complex transportation needs. This rural district, serving pre-K through 8th-grade students, faces unique challenges due to its winding roads and
In 2024, the city of Indianapolis encountered multiple significant challenges related to public safety, including officer-involved shootings, a persistent rise in violent crime, and critical staffing shortages within its police force. Nevertheless, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
The rising cost of living is hitting Minnesotans hard in 2024, as an increasing number of residents find their heat or electricity being disconnected due to unpaid bills. This trend, which has reached its highest level in a decade, serves as a stark reminder of the economic struggles faced by many
As the holiday season can pose particular challenges regarding public safety, the St. Maarten Police Force (KPSM) has undertaken strategic safety operations, specifically focusing on illegal firearm possession during the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day period. These operations aimed to
The upcoming 2025 legislative session in New Hampshire is set to address several significant policy areas under Republican governance. With the GOP holding the governorship, state Senate, House of Representatives, and controlling the Executive Council, Republican priorities are expected to dominate
The 2025 intelligence authorization bill, part of the national defense authorization act, seeks to address a wide range of areas from workforce development to advancements in geospatial intelligence and AI security. While not introducing major reforms, this bill significantly contributes to ongoing
The future of Syria remains shrouded in uncertainty as tensions between Iran and the newly established Syrian government persist. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's cautious optimism stands in stark contrast to the critical remarks made by Syria's new Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan
The Piedmont Municipal Power Agency (PMPA) Board of Directors convened for their final meeting of the year, making pivotal decisions that will shape the agency's financial and operational landscape for the upcoming year. The board unanimously approved the 2025 budget and a revised Network
The expiration of many provisions under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 in 2025 presents significant challenges and opportunities for U.S. tax reform. As lawmakers gear up for a contentious legislative year, the political dynamics, financial implications, and operational hurdles will play
