An OIG review found high temperatures, poor ventilation and chemical hazards at Baltimore’s Patapsco Wastewater Plant; DPW says some HVAC and facility repairs are already underway.

A True Texas Project conference in Fort Worth scheduled for Aug. 1 has sparked criticism for sessions on "Islamization," remigration and immigration and lists local and national conservative figures on its agenda. Critics and civil‑rights groups say the lineup risks stoking anti‑Muslim sentiment.

AB 1948 lengthens California CCW license terms from two to three years. The change takes effect Jan. 1, 2027 and counties are updating renewal schedules.

A Sarasota lawsuit pushed a change to state law that prevents collection fees from eating into voter-approved school-tax dollars, freeing more money for classrooms.

Sen. Bernie Moreno told Mayor Aftab Pureval a June 10 ordinance merging procurement and economic inclusion could jeopardize federal funding. City officials say the reorganization is cost‑neutral and meant to speed contracting.

Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm has endorsed Bridget Brink in Michigan’s hotly contested 7th District primary, giving Brink a high‑profile boost in a toss‑up seat.

County Council unanimously approved an ordinance making it illegal to leave pets unattended in vehicles when temperatures exceed 70°F or fall below 30°F. The law sets fines and protects rescuers.

A U‑M MPPS brief finds 60% of local officials say Michigan is on the wrong track while most still rate their own communities positively.

A Las Vegas trial opened this week as developers seek roughly $1.5 billion over water rights at Coyote Springs. The outcome could reshape how Nevada manages groundwater.

The mayor’s office pushed back on council plans to move HR oversight outside its control, leaving proposed harassment reforms stalled as councilors press for action.

The Orlando Sentinel and a coalition of Central Florida outlets will publish a shared voters guide by late July with candidate answers ahead of the Aug. 18 primary.

Hundreds of children were summoned into massive 'mega master' immigration dockets at Seattle’s federal building this week, and many left with removal orders.

Anne Arundel's new eviction ordinance raises notice but allows quick disposal after sheriff‑led evictions, prompting warnings from tenant advocates about due‑process risks.