A Columbus appeals court will hear arguments Tuesday in a four‑year fight over Ohio's EdChoice vouchers that could affect about 150,000 students and more than $1 billion in state money.

An open East Valley seat has turned into a crowded GOP primary. Early polling and filings show Republicans with the edge, and Mark Lamb and Daniel Keenan are names to watch.

A committee advising the ABA recommended removing key diversity accreditation rules to preserve the accreditor's federal status, heightening a standoff with federal regulators and law‑school leaders.

A state audit found the Texas DMV left drivers’ data vulnerable through weak contract language and gaps in governance. The agency says it has started re‑vetting users and updating 2,002 agreements.

Advocates say Washington’s child‑welfare agency failed to screen and assist immigrant foster youths seeking SIJ protections, leaving teens at risk of deportation and lost benefits.

Letitia James and Bronx leaders rallied in Soundview behind the One Fair Price bills, calling to ban algorithmic pricing and electronic shelf labels. Supporters say the laws protect shoppers and workers from hidden, data-driven surcharges.

Treasury asked U.S. banks to flag customers tied to Iran’s shadow-banking networks after a FinCEN analysis identified billions in 2024 transactions.

Councilmember Charlene Wang is floating a November ballot measure that would surcharge certain real‑estate transactions to pay for interim shelter and transitional housing. The plan follows city and county funding moves as Oakland seeks more beds.

Cleveland moved to end its long‑promised SiFi fiber deal after the company failed to start work. City leaders say they'll pursue other broadband paths while expanding low‑cost options.

SB114 clears a key step toward a statewide, AI-powered 3‑1‑1 service to relieve pressure on 9‑1‑1 centers. Pilots are expected in 2027 and a statewide plan is due in 2028.

Oklahoma has expanded its Caring for Caregivers tax credit: the 62‑year age floor is gone, income limits rise and medical mileage is now eligible for claims. The changes take effect Nov. 1, 2026.

Airbnb has tapped Rev. Al Sharpton and other Black leaders to press City Hall to ease NYC’s short‑term rental rules, escalating a fight over housing and income. The move deepens a City Council and court dispute over who should benefit from home‑sharing.

Hawaii completed a $1.94 billion bond sale and won rating upgrades that should lower borrowing costs for schools and highway projects.