Retired first responders, led by former Sheriff Dave Reichert, filed a federal suit saying E2SHB 2034 unlawfully moves roughly $3.3B from the LEOFF Plan 1 pension trust. Actuaries warn the change raises the risk of future shortfalls.

House lawmakers moved HB 841 forward, proposing a code of conduct for landmen that would require in-person meetings, written offers and appraisal transparency. The measure also creates fines and enforcement powers for the state.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis is running for a second term in 2026, touting BOOST after-school grants and a slate of violence-prevention investments across Pennsylvania.

Maryland judges asked the Fourth Circuit to shut down the DOJ's sweeping lawsuit over a two‑day pause on deportations, warning it would threaten judicial independence.

Mayor Whitmire plans a first‑ever monthly trash fee starting at $5 and rising to $25 to help close a $174M budget gap.

Eastlake Councilwoman Danyeill Kostelnik resigned effective immediately after accusing a colleague of misconduct, council has 30 days to fill the seat.

Maple Grove Rep. Kristin Robbins suspended her 2026 gubernatorial campaign Friday and will finish her House term through January 2027.

A conservative PAC and WILL sued to block Act 126, arguing the new residency rule for petition circulators violates the First Amendment and threatens campaigns ahead of June filings.

Julia Brownley’s retirement has opened a crowded June 2 primary in CA‑26. A state assemblymember, environmental activists and GOP veterans are jockeying over climate and immigration.

The Archdiocese of Miami is asking Florida to help cover private school security costs, saying rising bills are squeezing families while lawmakers weigh targeted safety grants. Existing FDLE programs and fresh legislation shape the debate.

A new $30.5M settlement for 19 Miramonte students pushes LAUSD’s payouts tied to convicted teacher Mark Berndt past $200M, intensifying budget and policy pressure.

Riverside Local Schools unveiled a roughly $120M facilities overhaul and proposed a 1% earned-income tax to shore up operations while approving early work at Buckeye Elementary.

A Park City native and University of Utah senior was detained by ICE on his way to work two days before commencement; family and lawyers are pushing for a quick review.