Massachusetts finalized its first consumer‑protection rules for assisted living residences, requiring clearer billing, service disclosures and eviction safeguards that take effect after July 17.

UNF trustees voted June 23 to raise on‑campus housing 5% and the nonresident out‑of‑state fee 15% for Fall 2026. Officials say extra aid will be added, but students pushed back.

Forest Park named Carl E. Geffken its sole finalist for city manager, starting Georgia's 14‑day public‑review period before the council can vote.

A federal judge dismissed the DOJ's challenge to Los Angeles' 2024 sanctuary ordinance, leaving limits on local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement in place.

Wake County Commissioner Vickie Adamson traveled to Israel on an Israeli-funded exchange; the visit has drawn criticism from local activists over timing and optics.

State Senate GOP leader Aric Nesbitt suspended his 2026 Michigan governor campaign and endorsed Rep. John James. The decision tightens the Republican primary ahead of the Aug. 4 contest.

INPRS' Reclaim Your Retirement initiative has reunited Hoosiers with more than $2.7M, but thousands of former public employees remain eligible. Here’s what to know.

President Trump endorsed Rep. John James for Michigan governor on June 22, injecting new momentum into the GOP primary with the Aug. 4 contest looming. The endorsement could reshape early voting and ad plans across the state.

Michigan health director Elizabeth Hertel is stepping down after five years; senior deputy Amy Epkey will serve as acting director during the transition.

Four Democrats debated Tuesday in Phoenix for Arizona’s competitive 1st Congressional District as early voting opens and the July 21 primary approaches.

Manhattan Democrats rallied outside the LGBT Community Center to denounce Bruce Blakeman’s campaign ties to figures they say have backed anti‑LGBTQ policies. The protestors warned those alliances risk real policy rollbacks for New Yorkers.

Rep. James Comer asked Alan Dershowitz to give a videotaped, transcribed interview on July 9 as part of the Houses Epstein probe. Dershowitz says hell testify and wont invoke privilege.

State Sen. Mallory McMorrow rolled out a 30‑second TV spot and an initial $400K Detroit buy as the Aug. 4 Democratic primary approaches.