Liberty County commissioners approved plans for a 600-bed, expandable jail after safety failures and years of overcrowding. Officials estimate the project will cost about $100 million.

Ohio lawmakers Schmidt and Lett introduced a bipartisan bill to combat drink spiking, providing test strips to participating bars for detecting harmful substances in beverages.

Michigan's AG Nessel disputes DTE Energy's data center cost allocation to protect consumers, while state senators push for CPS reform after a child's death, with calls for transparency and accountability.

Mary Li held overlapping city and county roles in spring 2025, drawing near‑full pay from both and prompting oversight questions.

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones cut off a City Hall gadfly who attacked the appointment of gay veteran Eric Alva, prompting sharp rebukes from council members.

City and school leaders will meet Monday to review McKinney’s new $79M airport terminal and recently adopted attendance maps and to provide updates for residents.

Steve Nelson was unanimously promoted by the New Orleans City Council to lead the Department of Public Works, aligning with Mayor Moreno's "Fix the Basics" infrastructure strategy.

Everett is considering an ordinance that would criminalize unpermitted food stands and let police seize carts. Backers cite a surge in complaints and food‑safety risks.

Milwaukee County approved a contract with UnitedHealthcare for handling health claims for county employees, with Executive David Crowley emphasizing coverage security and future administrative improvements.

The D.C. Council is advancing a bill to improve access to HIV/AIDS prevention drugs, PrEP and PEP, by eliminating extra costs and insurance discrimination.

Rep. Sara Jacobs secured $14,184,000 for 14 San Diego projects, funding housing, childcare, homelessness services and an AI training center. Local leaders welcomed the infusion.

Howard County Council passed two emergency bills barring ICE detention centers in the county and limiting ICE access to county facilities, reflecting community support for immigrant residents.

Ohio Representatives Thomas and Hiner introduce a resolution to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, promoting state and local control over education and reducing federal bureaucracy.