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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Too little money for commissioned tasks. Counties want to sue the State Treasury

Polish counties are considering suing the State Treasury for underfunding commissioned public tasks, with support from the Association of Polish Counties.

Feb 27 • 15:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

District Elections in Bavaria: Where an Era Ends, Where There Are Surprises?

District elections in Bavaria on March 8 will see 313 candidates vying for leadership positions across 62 counties, signaling potential changes and surprises in local governance.

Feb 27 • 09:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic Accident Statistics 2025: More Traffic Deaths in Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen and Starnberg

The 2025 traffic accident statistics indicate an increase in traffic fatalities in two German counties while showing a slight decline in the overall number of accidents.

Feb 27 • 09:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Lynx hunting in several counties gets the green light

Lynx hunting in Örebro, Stockholm, and Västra Götaland counties is approved by the administrative court, despite opposition from the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.

Feb 26 • 12:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cancer and Nuclear Power Plants. The First Such Study in the 21st Century Sparked a Wave of Comments

A recent study shows that US counties closer to operational nuclear power plants have higher cancer mortality rates, but experts cast doubt on the findings.

Feb 26 • 06:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

With Florida and Texas at the forefront: the updated map of counties collaborating with ICE to detain migrants

Florida and Texas lead the list of U.S. counties collaborating with ICE under the 287(g) program to enforce immigration laws.

Feb 25 • 23:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Harvard Study: More Cancer Deaths Near Nuclear Power Plants. Scientists: It's Not That Simple

A recent Harvard study suggests that counties in the U.S. closer to nuclear power plants have higher cancer death rates, yet experts challenge the simplicity of these findings.

Feb 24 • 18:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They are not immigrant sanctuaries: list of New York counties that collaborate with ICE in February 2026

Several New York counties are collaborating with ICE despite the state's sanctuary policies.

Feb 23 • 08:03 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The National Heritage Board Allocates 12 Million for Fire Safety of Important Wooden Houses

The National Heritage Board of Norway has allocated 12 million NOK for fire safety measures aimed at preserving important wooden houses across nine counties.

Feb 23 • 06:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hundreds of wild bird deaths reported across seven counties, prompting park closures

In New Jersey, hundreds of Canadian geese have died, with bird flu suspected as the cause, leading to park closures across seven counties.

Feb 19 • 20:47 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The National Heritage Management gives 7 million for medieval houses in five counties

The National Heritage Management of Norway has allocated 7 million kroner to preserve medieval houses across five counties.

Feb 19 • 06:26 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert in Florida: Extreme Drought Reaches Its Highest Level and an Unexpected Phenomenon May Arise

Florida is experiencing extreme drought in 95% of its counties, prompting a state of emergency and increasing the risk of wildfires.

Feb 15 • 17:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ancient 'supernatural' stone fort with stunning views across five counties

The Grianán of Aileach, an ancient ring fort in County Donegal, attracts visitors with its historical significance and panoramic views.

Feb 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Transport Administration has ended the special maintenance regime on state roads in Põlva and Võru counties

The Transport Administration has lifted the special maintenance regime on state roads in Põlva and Võru counties due to severe weather conditions.

Feb 14 • 14:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The removal of a major power outage in Pomerania is ongoing. Residents of several counties are without electricity

A significant power outage affecting around 10,000 households in Pomerania, Poland, is being addressed after adverse weather conditions caused damage to power lines.

Feb 14 • 11:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Thousands of Poles without electricity. All due to heavy snowfall

Nearly 3,400 customers in Pomerania, Poland, are currently without electricity due to a malfunction caused by heavy snowfall, affecting multiple counties including the city of Gdańsk.

Feb 14 • 09:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Mexicans: where the consulate truck will be on February 14 and 15 in Florida

The Mexican consulate in Orlando is sending a mobile unit to several counties in Florida to assist Mexican residents with official document processing on February 14 and 15.

Feb 13 • 20:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A special maintenance regime has been established on Võru and Põlva County state roads due to severe weather conditions

Due to heavy snowfall, blizzards, and icy conditions, traffic is disrupted on state roads in Võru and Põlva counties, leading to a special maintenance regime being established.

Feb 13 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK snow: Horror maps show 80 counties buried by 600-mile blizzard - full list

Weather forecasts predict a massive snow blizzard affecting up to 80 counties across the UK this weekend, with significant snowfall expected, especially in Scotland.

Feb 13 • 05:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

New horse virus in Sweden

A new horse virus has been reported in Sweden, affecting horses in Jönköping and Norrbotten counties.

Feb 11 • 06:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi Province Initiates Bid for 'Peace Economic Zone' Development ... Targeting 8 Border Cities and Counties

Gyeonggi Province has begun the selection process for candidates for a 'Peace Economic Zone' aimed at becoming an industrial hub in the inter-Korean border region.

Feb 10 • 06:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

2026 Elections in Florida: Deadline in Broward and Palm Beach for Citizens Who Want to Vote

February 9 marks the deadline for residents in Broward and Palm Beach counties to register to vote in the upcoming municipal elections in Florida.

Feb 9 • 14:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Snow maps show 16 counties buried as 2 day blizzard hits England - full list

Weather forecasts predict a two-day blizzard affecting 16 counties in England beginning on February 16, bringing significant snowfall and potential disruption.

Feb 9 • 10:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The DMV of Oregon reveals who has priority in processing driver's licenses

Oregon's SB 9 law prioritizes certain applicants for driver's licenses in 20 rural counties.

Feb 7 • 15:51 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Drought in Kenya spreads beyond arid north

Recent drought conditions in Kenya are extending beyond traditionally arid regions, affecting several counties that are usually less prone to such weather patterns.

Feb 7 • 07:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Snow map reveals 610-mile blizzard will hit 75 counties in the UK

Weather forecasts indicate a significant blizzard could affect 75 counties in the UK, with potential snowfall of up to 13 inches in some areas.

Feb 7 • 05:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Alarm over golden yellowing: Grape disease confirmed in 14 counties

Golden yellowing disease, spread by the American leafhopper, has been confirmed in 14 counties in Croatia, posing a systemic threat to vineyards and the region, as discussed at a recent expert meeting organized by MEP Marko Vešliga.

Feb 6 • 14:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Six villages in Tartu and Jõgeva counties will receive parcel machines

Omniva will begin installing a network of new parcel machines in smaller communities across Estonia starting in March, aiming to facilitate convenient package sending and receiving.

Feb 5 • 12:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Tomorrow increase in disability pensions for 218,000 users

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced that starting Friday, increased disability pensions for January will be paid to a total of 218,284 users, averaging an increase of 72 euros, or about 10 percent, while expressing solidarity with coastal counties due to severe weather.

Feb 5 • 10:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Plenković on the flood in Dalmatia: The situation was really critical in some cities

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković expressed solidarity with coastal counties affected by high tides and strong winds, stating that all state services are ready to assist cities and municipalities on the Adriatic coast.

Feb 5 • 09:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

PHOTO In Rijeka, suspects detained in a major Uskok operation

The police have detained suspects in Rijeka as part of a major operation targeting cocaine and marijuana dealers across four Croatian counties, with former model Robert DiCaprio identified as the primary suspect.

Feb 4 • 17:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

120 police officers in a major operation, arrests in 4 counties. We have details about the arrested

A major police operation involving 120 officers has resulted in multiple arrests across four counties, focusing on drug crimes, property crimes, and forgery.

Feb 4 • 14:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

120 police officers in a major operation, arrests in 4 counties. We learned new information

A coordinated criminal investigation involving 120 police officers resulted in arrests across four counties, targeting individuals suspected of drug trafficking, property crimes, and document forgery.

Feb 4 • 13:43 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

He published a map of Croatia, believes this would solve a burning issue, a debate has started: That would be a civil war

A user's proposal for a territorial reorganization of Croatian counties has sparked a heated debate on the sustainability of the current administrative system.

Feb 4 • 10:41 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

120 police officers conducting a large operation, arrests in 4 counties. We have the name of the main suspect

A major police operation involving 120 officers has led to arrests in four counties as authorities investigate drug crimes, property crimes, and forgery.

Feb 4 • 08:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

120 police officers in a major operation, arrests in 4 counties. The primary suspect is a former model

A major police operation involving 120 officers has led to arrests in four counties, with a former model as the primary suspect in drug trafficking and organized crime investigations.

Feb 4 • 08:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

120 police officers conduct a large operation, arrests in 4 counties. We have the first details

In a coordinated effort by the National Office for the Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime, over 120 police officers are conducting a large-scale operation resulting in multiple arrests across four counties related to drug trafficking, property crimes, and document forgery.

Feb 4 • 08:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

120 police officers in action across the country: searches and arrests ongoing, these counties are mentioned

A major police operation involving 120 officers is underway, targeting suspects in drug crimes, property crimes, document forgery as part of a criminal organization, and money laundering.

Feb 4 • 08:31 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

The first geriatric clinic opened in Croatia

The first geriatric clinic in Croatia was inaugurated today at the Special Hospital for Extended Care in Duga Resa, with Health Minister Irena Hrstić encouraging similar models in other counties.

Feb 3 • 15:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KIK funds modernization of 18 heating plants in Estonia with a total of 4.5 million euros

The Environmental Investment Centre (KIK) supported the modernization of 18 heating plants across nine counties in Estonia with nearly 4.5 million euros to enhance environmentally friendly heating system equipment.

Feb 3 • 11:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rare weather phenomenon expected in two English counties next week

Forecasters predict a rare weather phenomenon will impact Northumberland and North Yorkshire on February 12, amidst ongoing hazardous weather conditions following Storm Chandra.

Feb 3 • 09:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Extreme Cold in South Florida: How Long Will the Polar Wave Last and What the Forecast Anticipates

South Florida is experiencing one of the most intense cold air outbreaks in recent years, with temperatures dropping below 40°F, prompting alerts in key counties of the Miami metropolitan area.

Feb 3 • 01:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

If a penetrating sound frightens you, here's what it's about

The Croatian Air Force will conduct regular flight activities throughout the day, including breaking the sound barrier, in several counties.

Jan 13 • 09:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

The Ministry of Defense announced breaking the sound barrier over 9 counties due to HRZ flights

Pilots from the Croatian Air Force will conduct regular flight activities, with expected sound barrier breaks causing increased noise in several counties on January 13, 2026.

Jan 13 • 08:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK snow maps show fresh blizzard to blast Brits in days - full list of counties

Weather maps indicate that 15 counties in the UK are expected to experience another snow blizzard, following recent cold weather from Storm Goretti.

Jan 12 • 14:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Classes in schools canceled due to winter. Parents furious

Due to heavy snowfall making roads impassable, nine schools in the Tomaszów, Hrubieszów, and Zamość counties have canceled in-person classes, causing frustration among parents.

Jan 9 • 17:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Salary increase in healthcare only next year? Local governments are waiting for a decision

The article discusses the planned salary adjustments in the healthcare sector by the Ministry of Health and the proposals from the Polish Association of Counties regarding wage regulations and hospital restructuring.

Jan 8 • 10:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

About 20 centimeters of snow fell in northern Croatia, no major traffic problems

Around 20 centimeters of snow have fallen in northern Croatia, but traffic remains largely unaffected in the Krapina-Zagorje, Međimurje, and Varaždin counties.

Jan 7 • 12:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

The plague of small ruminants on six farms, more than 170 animals killed

Despite adverse weather conditions in Croatia, veterinarians have been managing the damage caused by the plague of small ruminants, which was first confirmed on December 13 and has now been reported on six farms across three municipalities in the Split-Dalmatia and Zadar counties, with the surveillance zone expanded to include additional municipalities due to the risk of further spread.

Jan 7 • 10:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Texas Republicans in 2 counties drop push to hand-count ballots

Texas Republicans in Dallas and Hays counties have abandoned plans to hand-count ballots for the upcoming March primary elections due to high costs and difficulties in meeting federal election standards.

Jan 6 • 16:46 UTC

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