More local officials than ever say political polarization is harming the nation, survey finds

The survey findings, shared exclusively with NBC News, also point to which local institutions help reduce political strife.

Local Christmas traditions include birthdays and movies

A lot can change in a year. Just ask the Lions and Vikings, whose Christmas Day game was expected to amount to much more.

Local officials call for support for data centers ahead of Dec. 9 vote

The county council is expected to vote on the rezoning petition for the proposed New Carlisle data center on Tuesday, Dec. 9.