Eastdil's new CEO gave $50K to a pro-Mahan outside group as Los Angeles real-estate figures funnel millions into the San Jose mayor's bid for governor.

Measure C would give many small Oakland businesses a one‑year break from the city's gross‑receipts tax; the question appears on the June 2, 2026 ballot.

NEA’s 2026 rankings put Indiana 38th for teacher pay — average salary $61,661 and starting pay $45,958 — even after lawmakers raised the minimum starting salary to $45,000. Analysts and unions say the gap to neighboring states remains significant.

Senate Bill 922 would require Michigan health plans to cover IVF and IUI starting Jan. 1, 2027, a move supporters say would remove a major financial barrier.

Don Riegle, the Flint-born former senator who chaired the Senate Banking Committee, died at 88. His family said memorial services are pending.

An investigation found Charlotte pledged annual equity training for managers but most remain untrained, raising fresh doubts about how supplier‑diversity goals are enforced.

Incumbent Shanti Landon faces Lincoln Councilmember Holly Andreatta in a heated June primary marked by a fundraising gap and a documented March confrontation. The district will decide which message—growth, safety or transparency—wins out.

Trump endorsed a viral suggestion to rename ICE 'NICE,' reigniting debate over whether the White House can rebrand a federal agency without Congress.

Exile leaders and artists will gather at Bayfront Park Sunday to demand democratic change in Cuba and the release of political prisoners.

State Young Professionals grants will funnel nearly $265,000 to Detroit at Work to expand paid internships, credentials and supports for youth.

Mayor Michelle Wu unveiled a five‑year climate roadmap that aims to cut Boston’s emissions 50% by 2030 and reach carbon neutrality by 2050, pairing building and transit steps with resilience projects.

The Inver Grove Heights City Council will consider a resolution on April 27 to swap six city flags for the 1983 Minnesota design; a council memo pegs the cost at about $3,000. The vote is part of a recent wave of local reversions across the state.

A contracted review presented to county leaders lists staffing, supervision and detainee-welfare failures at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, adding urgency to long-standing problems.