Sacramento officials seek to repeal a 1949 law banning comic book distribution to minors and plan to declare the third week of September as "Sacramento Comic Book Week" to celebrate creative expression.

Joseph Strong has been named Johnson City's new chief building official, bringing two decades of experience as a deputy state fire marshal to the role.

National Guard troops from Texas and California are set to return from their deployments in Illinois and Oregon, with legal challenges affecting the federal use of troops in cities.

Pierce County and Gig Harbor Chamber launch Peninsula Transit Pilot, a free shuttle service linking Key Peninsula and Gig Harbor, with a ribbon-cutting event on Nov 22, 2025.

A federal court blocked the Texas GOP's new congressional map for 2026, citing its dilution of minority voters' strength in violation of voting rights laws.

Mark Bogen has been elected as the Mayor of Broward County for a second term, with the County Commission voting unanimously. Robert McKinzie is the new vice mayor.

Medica plans to acquire UCare in Minnesota, prompting concerns from Senator Matt Klein about reduced consumer choice and market stability amid federal Medicaid cuts.

Minnetonka's recent municipal election saw 33.04% turnout, the second highest since 1985, with a rise in absentee ballots to 3,868. Total votes cast were 13,272.

Seattle's ISRD Board election for Chinatown International District is conducted by mail-in ballots, due by December 2, 2025, after a misprint issue. Voters elect three positions, with interpretation assistance available on the deadline day.

The District of Arizona's U.S. Attorney's Office charged over 180 individuals for various immigration offenses, including illegal re-entry and human smuggling.

Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow signed a $391.5 million budget for 2026, featuring modest increases and prioritizing public safety and infrastructure.

Rep. Chip Roy says he’ll file a "Pause Act" to halt all immigration until Congress overhauls family and work‑visa rules. The plan raises legal and political alarms.

Cuyahoga County partnered with Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry to create solar-powered homes for those leaving homelessness, focusing on sustainability and reduced living costs.