A federal trial opened in Boise as a physician argues Idaho’s near‑total abortion ban must allow medically indicated abortions in life‑ or health‑threatening cases. The weeklong bench trial began June 8, 2026.

California’s attorney general announced a DOJ Affordability Response Team to investigate hidden fees and pricing schemes across groceries, housing and healthcare. The office says consumers can submit complaints that may trigger investigations.

Monique Vandenberg, a trailblazing Santa Clara County battalion chief, died April 30 after a battle with a job‑related cancer. Colleagues renewed calls for better protections.

Reports say federal investigators have opened compliance reviews of four Northern California districts, including SFUSD, over LGBTQ instruction and parental‑notice rules.

ICE officers used Port of Astoria property on Sunday and witnesses say three people were detained; community groups say the move may violate Oregon’s sanctuary law. Port leaders have opened an internal inquiry.

A June OFM memo tells Washington agencies to pause many new programs and prepare for significant shortfalls in the 2027–29 budget as officials reassess priorities.

A bipartisan bill would force JobsOhio to submit to standard audits and disclose sponsorships after the agency's $60K podcast sponsorship drew criticism.

Bill Anoatubby will retire June 26 after nearly 40 years as Chickasaw Nation governor. Lt. Gov. Chris Anoatubby will succeed him under tribal succession rules.

Microsoft told Ohio lawmakers it will end NDAs and stop asking for property‑tax abatements on future data centers. The pledge won’t erase past deals and critics say policy changes still need law.

Newsom’s May Revision would cap business tax credits starting in 2027; life‑sciences and tech groups warn it could cost jobs and investment across California.

A $411 million low‑interest loan will help pay for a 570‑MW gas plant in Sherman that state officials say will shore up power as a flood of planned data centers presses the grid.

The proposed 2027 budget projects $49.7M in spending against $49.3M in revenue, leaving a roughly $400K shortfall and highlighting reliance on property levies.

A Ninth Circuit judge has been charged after a parking‑lot altercation in Idaho Falls; surveillance video and a new misconduct complaint have prompted parallel criminal and ethical reviews.