Federal orders to keep the J.H. Campbell coal plant running have saddled ratepayers and revived legal fights over pollution and costs. Local residents and state lawyers are pushing back.

City Commission schedules green policy workshops focused on environmental priorities and tree protection, inviting public participation for city's sustainable future.

A state task force warns NC power bills have jumped nearly 30% since 2017 and outlines nine initial fixes — from rate changes for big users to data‑center reporting.

A new law will require Utah to build a statewide plan to support Indigenous K‑12 students, but the initial focus covers only a handful of high‑density schools. Tribal leaders call it a start — not a full remedy.

Oklahoma settled with Tyson Foods and Cargill for $25.5 million over water quality issues in the Illinois River Watershed, providing relief to poultry growers after a long legal battle.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office closed its buildings for Presidents Day 2026 but maintained essential services like Patrol and Communications. Normal operations resume February 17.

A top aide to Nevada’s lieutenant governor is under ethics review after complaints say he promoted a charter school and its AI tutor during a federal education visit.

NC's 4th District Democratic primary features a clash between incumbent Rep. Valerie Foushee and Commissioner Nida Allam, highlighting a broader ideological struggle within the party.

A bipartisan coalition including Paris Hilton and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez pressed the House to pass the DEFIANCE Act, which would let victims sue over nonconsensual AI deepfakes.

Governor Stein's Energy Policy Task Force in North Carolina released an interim report with diverse strategies to meet the state's growing energy demand sustainably and affordably.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton opened an investigation into major firetruck makers after municipalities reported steep price hikes and long delivery delays. The state has issued demands for documents to REV, Oshkosh and Rosenbauer.

Rep. Amanda Clinton's HB 3392 aimed at equitable energy costs passes the Oklahoma House Utility Committee unanimously, targeting large energy consumers like data centers to protect average consumers.

Less than half of the 28 Cook County circuit court seats drew multiple candidates for the March 17 primary, leaving many races uncontested. Voters will face fewer choices than in past cycles.