The ACLU asked the Sixth Circuit to revive Blount Pride's First Amendment suit after a federal judge dismissed the case last October.

Englewood’s City Council voted 5–1 to require officer identification and bar face coverings during local policing, a move framed as protection of residents’ rights amid ICE concerns.

An ex-NYPD executive is indicted for a corrupt contract scheme, igniting scrutiny of past Mayor Adams' era contracts. Meanwhile, a lawsuit alleging NYPD systemic corruption is dismissed.

Planned Parenthood Action Fund and NRDC Action Fund endorsed Sen. John Hickenlooper, boosting his 2026 reelection bid as Colorado’s nominating calendar opens.

St. Augustine spotlights Civil Rights sites for Black History Month, highlighting historical figures through bronze footsteps and engaging the community on social media.

The U.S. State Department upgraded Niger to a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory and ordered non‑emergency staff to leave after a Jan. 29 attack near Niamey’s airport.

The BEA’s December PCE print surprised to the upside: core inflation rose to 3.0% year‑over‑year and consumer spending stayed firm, complicating the Fed’s cut timeline.

A Cole County judge ordered three misleading bullet points removed from a proposed amendment that would require district majorities for citizen-led constitutional changes.

Mardi Gras 2026 in New Orleans ended with a traditional midnight march by police and leaders. State Police reported nearly 100 arrests and 170+ service calls on social media.

Oklahoma Rep. Fetgatter's bill to allow over-the-counter sales of ivermectin passed the Public Health Committee, potentially changing access to the drug.

Douglas Graffato becomes Captain at Kenner Fire Department, a role involving leadership and increased responsibilities.

The Minneapolis Park Board voted this week to pause evictions at properties it owns in north and northeast Minneapolis amid Operation Metro Surge; the move awaits the mayor's signature.

House Bill 2035 would make extended relatives the presumptive placement in DCS cases at preliminary protective hearings, sponsors say. Supporters cite stability and racial-disparity data.