Midyear FEC filings show Democratic incumbents in Chicago suburbs holding seven-figure war chests while many Republican challengers report only a few thousand dollars.

Keith Faber suggested in May radio interviews that he’d consider cutting parts of Ohio Medicaid, including home‑care waivers, prompting sharp pushback and questions about what would be required to do so.

Rep. Byron Donalds introduced the Protecting Ratepayers Act to require data centers to generate their own power and water, arguing households shouldn't foot infrastructure costs.

Allegheny County’s communications director is on leave after an Instagram video in which she told a radio host to "jump." She apologized and the county has opened an internal review.

Sen. Bernie Sanders headlines a Minneapolis rally with Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan as national progressives pour resources into Minnesota's Senate primary.

Clint Reilly, the longtime San Francisco political strategist and owner of the San Francisco Examiner, has died at 79. He left a wide imprint on city politics, real estate and local publishing.

Bill Horn, a five-term San Diego County supervisor known for pro-growth policies in North County, has died at 83. He also supported education projects in Uganda.

Titusville's City Council voted to draft an ordinance banning data centers, citing strain on utilities and concerns about neighborhood impacts.

San Mateo supervisors will meet Tuesday to weigh a $29M Foster City building purchase and vote on confirming Michelle Kuka as HR director. The agenda packet lays out the property, financing and public‑participation details.

Sausalito’s new city manager, Elaine Forbes, was arrested on suspicion of burglary less than three weeks after taking office, the city says. Officials have offered few details as the Marin County Sheriff's Office investigates.

A draft CEQA review found no significant environmental impacts if El Dorado Hills incorporated; public comment runs through Aug. 17, 2026. Key next steps remain.

Shayleen Agarwal has submitted her resignation as Cleveland’s public safety inspector general, citing a family health issue and uncertainty about the office. The city has posted the job with a $100K–$140K range.

James Burns advanced as the lone Republican filer for SC Senate District 15. Democrats Chad Williams and Monika White will meet in a Sept. 1 primary.