Nominations for the 2026 North Carolina Award are open until April 15, to honor citizens with significant contributions in literature, science, fine arts, and public service.

North Olmsted PD took second place at the Pete Soto Chili Cook-off with a traditional recipe, supporting the Lorain County Blue Foundation and celebrating camaraderie.

The City Council voted to ask the city attorney to draft code changes that could let officials clear encampments from Very High Fire Severity Zones after fire-department data flagged rising rubbish fires.

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined Rep. Brad Schneider in Winnetka to hear how rising rents, groceries and childcare are squeezing suburban families. Local leaders laid out living-wage shortfalls and rising pantry use.

Attorney General Letitia James leads 17 attorneys general to support Haitian immigrants in the US, filing a brief to preserve their Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

El Paso won the bid to host the Libertarian Party’s 2028 national convention, an event expected to draw thousands of delegates and give a lift to hotels and restaurants.

Rep. Chris Kannady of Oklahoma was appointed as a Special Advisor for Policy and Programs with the Air National Guard Judge Advocate Council, commencing in February.

Governor Hochul has signed a law requiring child-care inspectors to get guidance on spotting controlled substances after a Bronx toddler died from fentanyl exposure.

The N.C. Department of Revenue released guidance on federal tax law's impact on state tax filings for 2025, highlighting the differences that North Carolinians need to consider.

Florissant Police announced Jim Cavins's induction into the IL Torch Run Hall of Fame for his support of Special Olympics Illinois.

Oklahoma Rep. Ryan Eaves champions House Bill 3313 to improve the state's retirement system, increasing contribution rates and introducing new investment options.

NC Governor Stein honors the contributions of Black farmers during a Black History Month event, acknowledging their role in the state's agricultural history.

Kyle Hilbert is re-elected unopposed as Oklahoma House Speaker-designate for his final term. He focuses on education and tax relief, with a commitment to state progress.