The Supreme Court agreed to hear Kian v. Florida, a challenge to the state’s use of six‑person juries that could force the justices to revisit a 1970 precedent and reshape criminal trials here.

The DOJ has opened a review of transactions tied to Iran’s supreme leader that may have flowed through U.S. banks, putting JPMorgan and Citigroup under federal scrutiny. The inquiry tests banks’ sanctions controls and could have legal and compliance consequences.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced two bills to allow TV cameras in the Supreme Court and federal courts, setting up a high‑profile debate over transparency and fair trials. Supporters praise openness; judges warn of risks to jurors and witnesses.

A Beacon Hill proposal would cap secondary-market ticket prices at 110% and tighten disclosure rules as Noah Kahan prepares four Fenway Park shows in July.

FERC ordered regional grid operators to justify or reform tariffs to speed hookups for AI data centers while aiming to protect households from footing upgrade bills.

The FTC and Nevada Attorney General reached a proposed settlement that would force American Tax Service operators to turn over millions and ban them from tax-relief work. Regulators say the scheme impersonated tax authorities and targeted vulnerable consumers.

The LPSC certified a 100MW battery at the Amite Solar site, waiving competitive bidding while ordering strict financial monitoring. Supporters tout faster reliability; critics warn of ratepayer risk.

The Missouri Department of Conservation will cut 106 positions and has asked 262 employees to interview as revenues flatten and benefits costs rise.

Mike Collier sued to overturn Texas' independent‑candidate petition rules, arguing the 1% signature floor and 30‑day post‑runoff deadline make independents' bids impractical.

Gov. Tina Kotek signed HB 4022 in Gresham, making Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library statewide and pledging a free monthly book for every Oregon child under five.

The city’s economic development arm cut positions on its life‑sciences team, prompting industry leaders to worry that big lab projects and workforce programs could slow.

National City’s council unanimously named Douglas Schulze city manager and Heidi Skinner city attorney on Wednesday, a bid to end years of leadership churn. The hires come as the city wrestles with tight budgets.

The Miami DDA’s executive director was placed on administrative leave after a contentious board meeting. An acting director has been named as the board begins a search.