San Jose Rep. Sam Liccardo cosponsored a bill to reroute tens of billions from ICE to local police grants. The proposal faces committee hurdles as Congress debates DHS funding.

Cincinnati aims to become a Blue Zones city to enhance longevity, led by Dr. Florence Rothenberg's efforts through the Heart of Northside health center and the Food For Thought Cincy initiative.

Ohio Representatives Thomas and Synenberg provided testimony on House Bill 478 to address jury tampering, with new measures against intimidation and interference.

The EPA overturned the 2009 Endangerment Finding on vehicle emissions, eliciting criticism from Michigan AG Dana Nessel, who declared the move illegal and against public interest.

City of Socorro pointed residents to a link to verify registration, view sample ballots and find early-voting sites as El Paso County's early voting opens Feb. 17.

Milwaukee County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent proposes an audit of the county's employee benefits contracts, citing governance concerns and potential risks from recent negotiations lacking compliance and oversight.

The City of Lawton honored employees and military personnel for service and health initiatives, with Everett Bonine receiving an award for operational efficiency and February 2026 being proclaimed American Heart Month and Fort Sill BOSS Day.

Wake County Public Health offices are moving to a new location and will be closed February 16-20, except for prescription pickups. All other services will be suspended during this period. The new facility opens February 23.

Doni Crawford launched her campaign to hold the at-large D.C. Council seat, centering housing, schools and local hiring ahead of the June 16 special election. The move turns a Wilson Building appointment into a citywide contest.

A new bill would make Colorado legislative caucuses post monthly donor and spending reports after scrutiny over a Vail retreat with lobbyists.

King County’s new executive order bars ICE from nonpublic county sites, dedicates $2M for immigrant aid and orders airport camera upgrades as the World Cup approaches.

The Ohio Supreme Court highlighted Black Ohioans' historical contributions to law for Black History Month, with a focus on Black women leaders and encouragement for future generations.

Senators delayed a plan to shift Mauna ʻAla’s management, forming a working group and setting a two‑year deadline for recommendations. The move follows months of dispute over the curator selection.