The U.S. and North Macedonia are finalizing a trade deal to boost economic ties and market access, focusing on reducing barriers and integrating North Macedonia into global supply chains.

January’s CPI cooled to about a 2.4% annual pace while core inflation held near 2.5%. Rent moderation helped, and markets quickly adjusted Fed‑cut odds.

A U.S. attorney appointed by a panel of judges in Albany was fired hours later by the Justice Department, leading to controversy and criticism from New York Democratic senators.

At a Feb. 12 commission meeting, Commissioner Ralph Rosado accused Chief Manuel A. Morales of "campaigning on the job," pushed to remove him and fell short when the motion failed.

A Manhattan judge allowed breach claims against JPMorgan over near‑zero cash‑sweep rates to proceed while tossing some fiduciary counts. The case could force broader industry changes.

Administrative errors delayed four years of retro pay for Chicago firefighters and paramedics, and the union has filed a grievance seeking interest and arbitration.

NY Attorney General Letitia James secured a $1.3 million settlement from St. Margaret’s Center for neglect and legal violations that affected disabled children.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections is investigating potential misconduct in voter registration drives after reports of individuals giving voters misleading information and impersonating election officials.

Jonathan Norloff will take over Denver’s Assessor’s Office next Sunday, succeeding Keith Erffmeyer who moved to a statewide property tax role. City leaders promoted from within to keep continuity.

Officer Slade of Raleigh PD earned an Advanced Specialist in Behavioral Analysis of Force Encounters certification after completing a rigorous 18-week course.

A coalition of 29 aldermen will publicly monitor how Mayor Johnson implements the $16.6B budget, zeroing in on debt sales, video gambling and public-safety dollars.

Oklahoma lawmakers are advancing a bill to add firearm safety instruction to public school curricula from the 2026-27 school year. The measure, developed without the use of live firearms, aims to promote safe handling and awareness among students.

Chief Graham has been appointed Deputy Fire Chief of the Charlotte FD and Director of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management, recognized for expanding the program and leading through various crises.