The Arizona Supreme Court ruled unanimously that the state's Administrative Procedures Act doesn't apply to the Elections Procedures Manual, affirming the Secretary of State's authority.

Senator Mark Kelly emphasized on CNBC the critical need to extend ACA tax credits, sharing personal stories about constituents facing severe financial distress without them.

Local leaders in Tempe, Arizona, including Mayor Woods and Gov. Hobbs, have declared states of emergency after a storm, to seek federal funding for recovery.

Portland's mediation with AFSCME local 189 continues as the union, representing 11 IPR workers, may declare a strike. The City offers a transition plan for them to a new police accountability office.

Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing the EPA over the cancellation of the $7 billion Solar for All program, which aimed to provide clean energy to disadvantaged communities.

Philadelphia's Paschalville Library reopens after a $13.2 million renovation, modernizing the historic community hub while retaining its original role.

California Governor Newsom criticized a federal plan for a live fire military exercise over the I-5 freeway, citing public safety and economic disruption concerns.

Nevada County increases pension funding transparency; reports, detailing funding levels and obligations, will be accessible on the County's website from July 1st.

The White Settlement PD joined agencies on #PurpleThursday to raise awareness for domestic violence, highlighting 1,281 survivors helped by One Safe Place last year.

Bellevue City Council passes the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan for a greener future and modifies the 2026 State Legislative Agenda for local needs.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine orders flags at half-staff to honor the late State Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, with specifics on locations and duration stated.

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb issued guidance on protest rights and limits in DC, including First Amendment protections, the prohibition of violence and property destruction, and instructions for lawful demonstrations.

Early voting for the November 4 election is now open in Cobb County, including municipal and statewide PSC elections, with a special election for State Senate District 35 on November 18.