A new monument for women is coming to the National Mall, and organizers have launched a nationwide call for ideas.

A provision tucked into a session bill would let Franklin County acquire land in three upstream counties to secure Kerr Lake water, sparking swift backlash and a paused vote.

A state inspector‑general review, internal HR inquiries and a promised audit follow a $150 ticket charged to a Broward P‑Card and an ad that used the district logo.

Preliminary state data show Massachusetts' unemployment rose to 4.8% in February as payrolls fell by roughly 7,200, halting recent gains and sharpening budget worries.

Becky Bartling, a veteran fairgrounds manager, has been named CEO of the Del Mar Fairgrounds after the board abruptly removed Carlene Moore. The move comes amid recent lawsuits and staffing complaints.

State senators advanced two bills to limit ICE’s bedside role in California hospitals and curb “blackout” practices after advocates raised cases of detained patients being isolated. The measures now move to Appropriations.

San Carlos is weighing a half‑cent sales tax on the Nov. 2026 ballot to fund streets, sewers, parks and downtown upgrades, with officials estimating about $6M a year.

Glendale was billed roughly $493K after the Charlie Kirk memorial; police overtime made up most of the tab. Officials say venue operators were billed and records show the city was later reimbursed.

Robert Costa appeared on Michigan Matters to discuss Michigan’s pivotal 2026 races and preview a Michigan State talk, while organizers say a Congressional Medal of Honor convention will come to Detroit this October.

A national advocacy group helped push HB 905, a Florida bill that would end sister‑city ties with China and other nations — putting Orlando’s Guilin relationship at risk.

Letitia James joined a 37‑state coalition backing Massachusetts’ suit that calls Kalshi’s sports markets illegal wagers disguised as event contracts.

Republican groups resurfaced classroom‑era posts from James Talarico and framed them as evidence of poor judgment; his campaign says the posts were taken out of context.

The General Assembly passed the HOPE Treatment Act to let Tennessee institutions join FDA‑authorized ibogaine trials, pairing research access with safety and oversight requirements.