SB546 gives Oklahomans rights to access, delete and opt out of targeted ads and data sales. The law targets large data holders and is set to take effect Jan. 1, 2027.

The New York Department of State proposed new rules that would add specific hands‑on training for kinky, coily and curly hair into cosmetology and natural‑hair curricula. The proposal — published in the State Register — sets new hour allocations and a Sept. 1, 2026 compliance schedule (proposed).

AI-generated voice and image attacks have popped up in Massachusetts campaigns, prompting a House bill to require AI disclosures.

Baltimore's public safety committee will consider bills to require police to record ICE encounters and to ban private immigration detention centers in the city.

Video shows outgoing Bexar County DA Joe Gonzales confronting DA candidate Luz Elena Chapa at a Northwest Democrats meeting.

Gastonia sued a tow company and its owner, alleging cars were taken from downtown lots that lacked required signage and that workers demanded cash rather than card payments.

Lexington completed a phased ban on gas-powered leaf blowers; residents now must use electric equipment and complaints will be logged by police with penalties for repeat violators.

After a series of child fatalities, Louisiana lawmakers pressed DCFS for a concrete reform plan while the agency points to new hires and system upgrades.

A replica of the Christopher Columbus statue toppled and dumped into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor in 2020 has been installed inside the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Italian American groups signed a loan to move the piece to the White House complex.

A former Channel 13 investigator turned consultant has used records, videos and legal pressure to pause projects and shape Houston politics. His rise is raising fresh ethics questions.

Bipartisan HF3965 would bar paraquat sales and phase out its use in Minnesota, ordering state collection of existing stocks amid concerns about Parkinson’s risk. Supporters cite growing research; farm groups warn of lost tools for growers.

A records request and documents posted online show Oklahoma City Police Department lacks Flock-specific policies, prompting calls for audits, transparency and legal review.

South Metro has tapped Mike Nelson as its next fire chief to replace Mark Juelfs. Nelson’s contract appears in the March 18 board packet and he starts May 30.