The Ohio House voted to let the Classic Learning Test join the ACT and SAT as an admissions option, passing H.B. 326 and sending the measure to the state Senate. Supporters say it widens choices, critics warn it could deepen equity questions.

Hillsborough County's Small Contractor Development Program assists small businesses in securing government contracts and expanding into private sectors by providing workshops on financial, managerial, and strategic skills.

The University of Cincinnati's DAAP is collaborating with Cincinnati Metro to revamp the city's bus signage system, aiming to improve user experience.

Missouri AG joins a suit against the FDA's rule allowing interstate prescription of abortion drugs, claiming federal overreach and state rights infringement.

Montgomery County Council Committees are preparing for meetings on fiscal plans, including the FY 2027 Cable Plan, the FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program, a $7.2 million appropriation for shelters, and addressing racial disparities in health.

Officer Demetric Smith of the North District IMPD assisted a citizen by jump-starting and fueling his car, an act of kindness recognized by the department and community, earning him the title of Community Service Officer of the Quarter.

U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced a $4.2 million federal grant for Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center to support health care for uninsured and underinsured in Oregon.

The City Commission invites public input at an upcoming priority-setting workshop facilitated by Linda Lanier on April 6, allowing community members to influence local policy and projects.

Senate Bill 285 would make sleeping on state or local government land a misdemeanor after warnings; it moved out of a House committee amid sharp disagreement over enforcement and shelter capacity.

The Michigan House passed a five‑bill package to criminalize fertility fraud, banning use of unapproved gametes and adding criminal and civil penalties. The measures now head to the Senate.

Customs and Border Protection asked San Diego County for owner data on every parcel; county GIS officials say an in-person request is required and lawmakers want answers.

A sweeping AI 'Bill of Rights' moved through a Florida Senate committee Wednesday, adding parental opt‑outs and tighter rules for chatbots and school AI tools.

Jefferson County’s Planning Commission will hear a proposed Wildfire Resiliency Code next Wednesday that would expand WUI maps and add new defensible‑space and home‑hardening rules.