Ohio State Representative Jean Schmidt proposed two bills, one to streamline guardianship for special needs individuals before they turn 18, and another requiring fitness facility staff to be trained in AED or CPR use.

Rep. Ross Ford filed HB 4103 to raise Oklahoma's homestead exemption to $2,315 and add five‑year CPI adjustments, with an effective date of Jan. 1, 2027.

Hawaiʻi’s county mayors paused a plan to ask lawmakers this year for a 20‑year extension of the half‑percent GET surcharge, saying they need more financial analysis first.

The U.S. House Judiciary Committee issues a subpoena to Coupang amid concerns over South Korea's treatment of American businesses, suggesting discriminatory practices in favor of local competitors.

A 20-foot “PROSECUTE ICE” ice sculpture appeared on the State Capitol steps as protests over two recent federal‑agent shootings continue. The installation coincides with planned vigils and ongoing investigations.

The City of Moore, Oklahoma, is hiring for various full-time positions, including a dispatcher, public works superintendents, an animal control officer, and a fleet maintenance mechanic.

Philadelphia's "Claim Your Money PHL" campaign offers free tax help to residents to claim tax credits like EITC, CTC, and WPTC. Mayor Parker encourages participation to ensure funds aren't unclaimed.

A small campaign crypto experiment by Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim has become political ammunition in the Illinois comptroller primary after filings showed the token’s value collapsed. Opponents say the purchase raises questions about fiscal judgment; Kim’s campaign calls it a learning moment.

St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper announced he won't seek reelection in 2027, planning to focus more on family and volunteering post-retirement.

Baltimore aligns with state law, limiting OIG's access to sensitive data to ensure compliance and integrity while maintaining the body's investigative capability.

South and West Side leaders lined up behind Pat Hynes to challenge Fritz Kaegi, centering the race on assessment errors and record tax‑bill spikes that hit homeowners. The endorsements sharpen a high‑stakes primary fight.

Governor Maura Healey released the "Delivering on Fair Share" Impact Report detailing strides in Massachusetts' education and transportation using the Fair Share surtax.

NYC Mayor Mamdani signed an executive order reinforcing sanctuary laws and immigrant protections, barring ICE from city property without a judicial warrant.