A nonpartisan report warns California could face a more than $1.8B shortfall next year as cap‑and‑trade receipts fall short of new fixed spending rules. Lawmakers may have to trim programs or shift costs.

The $700 million Google settlement led by Massachusetts AG aims to reimburse consumers and penalize Google for its uncompetitive practices in the Android app market.

Governor Abbott announces Texas will join the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship program, emphasizing educational freedom and tax benefits for contributors to student scholarships.

Recovery Centers of America pays $2 million to settle allegations of mismanaging controlled substances and subpar treatment services, as announced by U.S. Attorney David Metcalf.

Landon Perry and David Barkhau won the Internal Audit Award of Excellence from NC's Council of Internal Auditing for their outstanding contributions at NCDIT.

Charlotte County will hold a special meeting about utility boundaries on December 16, encouraging public input on the Punta Gorda Utility District Boundary Codification and Utility Transfer Act.

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker recently honored 122 city employees for up to 45 years of service, highlighting their commitment to public services and municipal work.

The Department of the Interior transferred 760 acres of land to the Navy for border security and defense in San Diego and Imperial Counties, California.

Maricopa County updated its zoning ordinance to simplify the development process for housing and technology projects, with unanimous approval from the Board of Supervisors.

BRCC student Caden Fletcher completed an LDWF Enforcement Division Internship, gaining hands-on conservation law enforcement experience.

Senator Ron Wyden reintroduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act to set national hemp product standards and protect consumers, countering a potential nationwide ban.

Oklahoma Senator David Bullard has introduced the Ad Valorem Reform Act of 2026 to abolish property taxes for residents over 65 and freeze them for other homeowners, relying on sales taxes for funding local governments and schools.

The report highlights the success of cell phone bans in North Carolina classrooms, with positive impacts on academic and social aspects. A guidebook was created to help schools as statewide restrictions approach in January 2026.