Tarrant County GOP says it won’t hand-count March primary ballots but will keep studying precinct-level, hand-tally options for future elections. Officials point to logistics and costs.

Clackamas County progresses on its Recovery Campus combining transitional housing and support services after Governor Kotek's executive order, which extends the Homeless Emergency and provides funding.

Chicago sues the federal government, led by Mayor Johnson and Attorney General Raoul, asserting illegal activities and civil rights abuses by immigration agencies like CBP and ICE in the city.

Lawton City Council welcomed new members Kirby Brown and Tiffiney Dimery, with Allan Hampton starting a third term, followed by a tribute to outgoing councillors.

State officials completed final design and will seek bids for a $48M Halawa medical unit meant to expand in‑prison psychiatric and medical care. Funding and staffing plans will determine its impact.

A 38-member CEO council backed by Mayor Daniel Lurie released a November poll showing strong support for transit and business priorities and signaled involvement in possible 2026 ballot measures.

Tennessee updates maximum interest rate to 10.75%, contingent on the Federal Reserve's prime rate; part of a policy ensuring informed lending and borrowing decisions.

Congresswoman Escobar supports impeaching DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, citing allegations of profiling, excessive force, oversight obstruction, and a recent ICE shooting incident.

Governor Josh Stein discusses North Carolina's Task Force on Child Care report, detailing recommendations for more affordable and accessible child care services in the state.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, in her State of the State Address, set priorities including tax cuts, housing affordability, and water conservation efforts, while criticizing federal aid denial and calling for nonpartisan solutions to state issues.

Minnesota Senate President Bobby Joe Champion requests a federal investigation into an ICE raid in Minneapolis over potential civil liberties violations.

The City of Long Beach reached a tentative three-year labor agreement with the POA, focusing on competitive salaries and incentives to recruit and retain officers.

AG Kwame Raoul sues the DHS and former Trump officials over "unlawful" immigration enforcement tactics in Illinois, citing violence and rights infringements.