CU Boulder researchers recorded MCCPs in Lamont air — the first such airborne detection in North America — reviving scrutiny of biosolid fertilizer and state bills.

Payroll data show Gov. Wes Moore and several top aides were among Maryland's highest-paid state employees in 2025, prompting scrutiny as lawmakers enacted cuts and tax changes.

Cook County’s Circuit Court Clerk is waiving collection fees on eligible moving-violation tickets during a five-day Amnesty Week, April 27–May 1. In-person and phone payments will be accepted.

State Sen. Andrea Hunley announced she’s running for Indianapolis mayor and plans a May 8 campaign kickoff, pitching neighborhoods, preschool and housing as top priorities.

Daniel Bice, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's veteran political columnist, has died at 62. He was known for his No Quarter column and relentless watchdog reporting.

A grieving mother joined California lawmakers in Sacramento urging stricter safety and transparency rules for AI chatbots after her son's suicide, as lawsuits and probes mount.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s FY2027 budget would merge Illinois’ Gaming and Racing boards into one agency, prompting debate over whether public oversight of licenses and enforcement will shrink. The move centers on how the state balances revenue and transparency.

Portland teachers and Asian garment workers launched a joint campaign pressing Nike to pay about $2 billion to Oregon and to push for higher supplier wages.

Domingo Garcia says Dallas County canceled his voter registration after state records flagged him as deceased; he’s requested a hearing to clear his name.

Chatham County is reviewing Pittsboro's Flock Safety license‑plate cameras after an April 13 presentation exposed lingering privacy and data‑sharing concerns. Officials want clearer audit and contract rules before deciding next steps.

Superintendent Robert Taylor's draft budget includes about $5.2M in targeted reductions as the district waits on uncertain state aid; the school board will hold a public hearing Tuesday.

Michigan's elections bureau has demanded records after Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop said she ran a 'corrective audit' of voter registrations.

St. John the Baptist Parish set its Spring Election for May 16; early voting runs May 2–9 and online registration closes April 25.