Governors Shapiro and Cox discussed restoring trust and civility in US politics against a backdrop of increasing political violence at an event at the Washington National Cathedral.

Apple Valley, MN bans virtual currency kiosks citing fraud and cybercrime, requiring removal by 2026 after a 99% increase in related complaints according to the FBI's IC3.

Evelyn Rutherford retired from the Collin County DA's Office after 13 years. She was celebrated for her professionalism and leadership. Her colleagues admired her reliability and problem-solving skills.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs initiates the "Ag-to-Urban" program, issuing the first Groundwater Savings Credits for sustainable growth, water conservation, and housing development.

Epic Piping invests $25 million in Louisiana operations, creating 76 new jobs with an average salary of $58,377, in response to the growing energy and data center sectors. The expansion will also retain 370 jobs and generate 136 indirect jobs.

Massachusetts has completed a Lethal Means Safety training initiative aimed at preventing veteran suicides by educating communities on limiting access to firearms and medications during crises.

Illinois has placed Centurion Health in charge of state prison medical care. Lawsuits and federal findings have advocates and lawyers warning that stronger oversight is needed.

Seattle's 2026 budget, approved by Mayor Harrell and the City Council, aims to transform the city's transportation network for safety, inclusivity, and preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine urges the Ohio Board of Pharmacy to ban synthetic kratom compounds and expresses concerns about the natural form of kratom, highlighting health risks and overdose deaths.

A nonpartisan report warns California could face a more than $1.8B shortfall next year as cap‑and‑trade receipts fall short of new fixed spending rules. Lawmakers may have to trim programs or shift costs.

The $700 million Google settlement led by Massachusetts AG aims to reimburse consumers and penalize Google for its uncompetitive practices in the Android app market.

Governor Abbott announces Texas will join the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship program, emphasizing educational freedom and tax benefits for contributors to student scholarships.

Recovery Centers of America pays $2 million to settle allegations of mismanaging controlled substances and subpar treatment services, as announced by U.S. Attorney David Metcalf.