Vice President JD Vance flew into Cincinnati to vote in Tuesday's primary, briefly endorsing Jon Husted and Vivek Ramaswamy before heading to early‑state events.

Top House Democrats have formally endorsed Rep. Steve Cohen over Justin Pearson in Tennessee's hotly watched 9th District primary, injecting establishment muscle into a rapidly escalating Memphis fight.

A resurfaced clip of Vivek Ramaswamy saying Jesus is “a” son of God has reignited debate in Ohio as voters head to the May 5 primary. Responses have been mixed and campaign stakes are high.

Wilson County Schools has named two finalists — Jonathan Duncan and Travis Mayfield — to replace Jeff Luttrell. Final interviews are scheduled for next Wednesday and will be recorded.

The state’s top court is weighing a public reprimand for Judge Shelley Joseph after a 2018 Newton courthouse episode that left a defendant free of ICE custody. The decision follows a federal indictment, a DOJ dismissal and a state disciplinary probe.

DPS proposes using the DHS SAVE system to verify citizenship for License to Carry applicants; the proposal is in the Texas Register and public comments are open through May 24.

Rae Chen Huang lays out a sweeping progressive platform that centers social housing, a nonprofit public bank and budget reforms ahead of the June 2 primary. Her questionnaire spells out specific steps to shift resources and expand tenant protections.

Rep. Johnny Olszewski introduced the ROBE Act on May 4, a proposed constitutional amendment to set 18‑year terms for Supreme Court justices amid ethics and Voting Rights Act concerns.

A 2nd Circuit panel signaled skepticism about Trump‑era interim U.S. attorneys this week, focusing on John Sarcone’s role in a New York probe. Judges warned the practice could skirt Senate oversight.

The U.S. Justice Department sued Minnesota on May 4, 2026, asking a federal court to halt the state's 2020 climate‑deception suit against Exxon, Koch and the API.

County Manager David Ellis presented the FY2027 budget at the May 4 Board meeting; the package includes a proposed 2-cent property tax increase and the session is livestreamed.

A surprise bump in tax receipts has given Springfield short‑term budget breathing room, but state forecasts warn FY27 could be tighter.

Tacoma’s parks director resigned as the district confronts a roughly $7 million operating shortfall, nearly 50 layoffs and looming service cuts. A May 18 public meeting will weigh the options.