Louisiana politicians rush to qualify for the May 16 Party Primary and Municipal Primary Election under a new closed primary system. The qualifying period is short, from Feb 11-13, at the State Archives in Baton Rouge.

The Indiana House approved a resolution to dedicate a highway mile to fallen Muncie Police Officer Gregg Winters, with the potential renaming of a segment of I-69 North.

Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield creates a new department focused on youth education, collaborating with schools and community organizations to enhance educational opportunities.

Albany lawmakers want to tweak the Foundation Aid formula and add roughly $1B to NYC schools — a push that collides with NAEP gains in some lower‑spending states.

Assemblymember Maggy Krell sued the DOJ seeking records on ICE arrests at Sacramento’s immigration court after months of FOIA requests and community complaints. The filing asks the court to force disclosure of agency communications and detention logs.

Chatham County promotes Carolyn Miller to Deputy County Manager, recognizing her longstanding contributions and leadership within the county government.

Hickory's City Council is set to strengthen sign ordinance enforcement, allowing immediate charges for repeat violations without notice if they occur within two years on the same property.

A new bill from Sen. Lauren Kuby and AG Kris Mayes would set 82°F max and 68°F min indoor standards for rentals, shorten lease‑termination windows, and block heat‑related evictions.

The Kannapolis Youth Council is seeking new high-school members for its 2026-2027 season, with applications due by March 20. The Council offers leadership and community service opportunities.

Marion city officials announced service adjustments for President's Day, with City Hall closed, standard garbage pickup, Senior Center closures, regular public transit operations, and uninterrupted essential services.

OnyxGroup has withdrawn from the Parcel P3 project in Roxbury, backing Mayor Wu’s plan for a vocational school, contrary to its partners’ vision for housing and commercial use.

Philadelphia has begun the 2026 tax season, offering expanded support for residents and businesses to file returns, including direct deposit for quicker refunds, free tax assistance, and extended customer service hours.

Oklahoma's HB 3315, led by Rep. Ryan Eaves, passed the House Postsecondary Education Committee. It proposes studying the viability of three-year bachelor's degrees and is headed for further review.