A 2023 House Ethics review looked into allegations that Rep. Alma Adams had an inappropriate relationship with a staffer; reporting says the committee closed the matter with no rule violation.

California has spent hundreds of millions to add in‑state seats at Berkeley, UCLA and UCSD — and the bill could top $460 million. Analysts and lawmakers now disagree on a cheaper way forward.

A coalition of 13 state attorneys general asked major card networks to stop processing payments for illegal, China‑made disposable vapes they say dominate U.S. sales.

Mayor Kate Gallego blasted the White House budget as Phoenix approved nearly $8M for housing and shelter projects tied to HOME and CDBG grants.

Kathy Kleinbaum was chosen April 23 as San Carlos’ next city manager. She brings Peninsula experience in housing, economic development and climate planning.

An appeals panel in Jackson heard arguments April 22 in the long-running fight over MPD’s second‑lieutenant rank, a case that could force demotions for more than 100 officers.

A bipartisan group of senators wants SNAP to cover hot rotisserie chickens. The narrow bill lands amid a national fight over state waivers that limit purchases like soda and candy.

A Tennessee bill would tax some international transfers and channel part of the money into a Promising Futures child‑care pilot, drawing industry pushback.

The legislature approved a Tennessee Safe Initiative Task Force that can order TBI agents into local jurisdictions, including Memphis; the law includes a July 1, 2029 sunset and a multi‑million dollar startup cost.

Claudia Sheinbaum has proposed Roberto Lazzeri as Mexico’s ambassador to the United States — a finance‑focused pick timed to the USMCA review and tariff pressure.

Alvin ISD trustees named Dr. Rhonda Mason lone finalist to lead the roughly 30,000‑student district; the board will vote May 13 after a state‑required 21‑day wait.

Three Democrats — Sharon Hurt, Freda Player and Pamela Murray — are vying to replace retiring county clerk Brenda Wynn in a May 5 primary that could decide who runs vehicle registrations and marriage licenses.

A WalletHub ranking shows Nevada lands midpack for total state‑and‑local taxes, a reminder that zero income tax doesn’t guarantee a light overall bill.