Senate Bill 6070 would add a 'purple alert' to Washington's missing-person system to help find people with disabilities and create other named alerts including an Ebony Alert.

Illinois Democrats petitioned the DNC to move the 2028 primary earlier — a move the state says will test nominees and that could give Gov. J.B. Pritzker an edge.

Officer Sandra Silva retired after a distinguished 35-year career with the Columbus Division of Police, serving as a patrol officer, field training officer, and in the Mounted Unit. She also has 22 years of military service.

Fire and police unions in Federal Heights voted no confidence in City Manager Jacquie Halburnt and are demanding an independent investigation.

ICE plans to expand detention centers in El Paso, criticized by Congresswoman Escobar for endangering people and cutting essential services to fund facilities.

U.S. Attorney Heap announces over $3 million in asset seizure funds shared with South Georgia law enforcement to bolster resources and aid in criminal investigations.

Hawaiʻi plans to replace PFAS‑containing firefighting foam systems at Honolulu and Maui rental‑car centers at an estimated cost of about $23 million. Work will be staged to keep operations open.

A pardoned Jan. 6 defendant has filed to run for Oregon governor, injecting a controversial influencer into a crowded GOP primary.

Indiana is set to receive $12.7 million as part of a $150 million national settlement with Mercedes-Benz. The automaker was accused of using defeat devices in diesel vehicles to bypass emissions standards. The settlement includes consumer restitution, vehicle repairs, and reforms to Mercedes-Benz’s marketing practices.

Apple Valley invites residents to a public hearing on February 4, 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to local liquor laws affecting alcohol sales zones.

A Mellman Group survey paid for by opponents finds support under 50% for California’s proposed billionaire tax, complicating the SEIU‑UHW signature drive.

Plymouth City Council approved a resolution to seek a half-cent local sales tax for $135 million in recreational upgrades, pending state legislature approval and a November public vote.

Missouri AG sues AMT for refusing to share documents related to an investigation into alleged employment of illegal migrants for signature collection.