Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill giving prosecutors two decades to file many second‑degree sexual‑assault charges and added protections for people who report assaults. Advocates said the change will lower barriers to reporting.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost says a charity called Dogs to the Rescue diverted donations to a for‑profit puppy seller. The suit names the Bazlers and seeks penalties and an injunction.

The Arizona Republic reports records that differ from Sheriff Chris Nanos’ public résumé, prompting fresh questions about his employment history as he leads high‑profile probes.

A federal judge in Columbus denied Kalshi's injunction, allowing Ohio to enforce sports‑betting rules against prediction markets while the legal fight continues.

The Florida House approved HB 1217, which would bar local net‑zero emissions targets and could upend Miami‑Dade's electrification and climate plans. Local officials warn of delays and lost tools.

Lawmakers introduced bills to form a 2030 Complete Count Committee and create a Commerce revolving fund after officials sought $500,000 for outreach and address‑file work. The measures prioritize tribal outreach and early planning.

State Democrats are bankrolling a high-frequency polling push, with six surveys starting March 24 to test which gubernatorial campaigns are truly viable.

Michael Whatley and HUD Secretary Scott Turner will meet in Charlotte March 10 to discuss housing affordability as the county warns of steep losses in low-cost rentals.

Dana Nessel will not appeal the judge’s dismissal of charges in Michigan’s 2020 “false electors” case and released a 110‑page report explaining her decision. The state prosecution will not move forward to trial.

Ohio State President Ted Carter resigned after disclosing an inappropriate relationship with someone seeking public resources. Trustees accepted his resignation and opened an investigation.

A Raleigh firefighter was released from the hospital after breaking his arm during a forceful removal from a Senate hearing; charges have been filed and local leaders are reviewing the case.

A Missouri Senate bill would require long-term care facilities to hold at least $1 million in liability insurance, flag homes with substantiated abuse and upgrade caregiver-abuse penalties. Supporters call it accountability; operators warn of higher costs for small providers.

A GOP-backed bill would reimpose a 24‑hour in‑person wait for abortions, critics say. HB 347 conflicts with Ohio’s constitution and would fall hardest on marginalized Ohioans.