UCOP has added about $30 million to systemwide legal reserves for 2026–27 as outside‑counsel costs and federal litigation pressure force higher spending. The change follows costly settlements and a string of government actions affecting UC campuses.

A June trial in San Jose will test whether Santa Clara unlawfully sidelined religiously exempt employees and whether they deserve back pay.

Texas has appealed after a New York judge upheld Ulster County’s refusal to file a six‑figure judgment against a New Paltz doctor. The appeal deepens a test of New York’s shield law.

TEA's Intruder Detection Audit shows most campuses passed safety checks, but around 13% had findings — largely door and maintenance problems.

Utah Chief Justice Matthew B. Durrant will step down at the end of August after 26 years on the bench, creating a vacancy on the state's highest court.

Montgomery County agreed to pay $475,000 to settle a discrimination suit by former library director Rhea Young, who said she was fired after resisting limits on LGBTQ+ books. The payout and legal fees close a high-profile local fight over library access.

Governor Kevin Stitt asked the state auditor to review Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s office after citing a sharp budget and staffing increase.

An 18‑year‑old Ooltewah graduate was detained by ICE days after his diploma; his family says monitoring records show compliance and has launched a fundraiser for legal help.

The DOJ and California Attorney General filed a proposed settlement requiring three San Diego ready‑mix plants be sold to Holliday Rock to preserve competition in the region.

Hotel owners have opened private reviews after a whistleblower accused the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council of corruption, complicating a major contract moment.

Gov. Spencer Cox tapped 'sherpas' to shepherd geothermal projects as Utah helped launch a four-state consortium and a statewide plan to speed investment and jobs.

Gov. Tony Evers formally asked President Trump on May 22 for a presidential disaster declaration after April storms that state and FEMA say caused more than $27M in damage. The request seeks FEMA Individual and Public Assistance plus hazard‑mitigation funding.

Pittsburgh teachers and parents say phones are pulling focus from class as a statewide bell‑to‑bell ban waits for final House action. Supporters want a clear, daylong rule for schools.