A Senate reauthorization would give the federal cold‑case board more time to release records — the board has already published about 40 cases that have revealed long‑hidden details to grieving families.

A new Michigan law requires cardiac emergency plans in schools — but lawmakers left out dedicated funding, leaving AEDs and training up to districts.

The city is advertising 'no‑exam' openings that include health spending accounts, pension coverage and paid leave — an alternate path into municipal work.

Citizens' renewal language is steering more South Florida claims into state-run arbitration where homeowners and attorneys say the odds are stacked against them.

A Massachusetts bill would ban the sale of medical debt, bar medical bills from credit reports and curb aggressive collections. Supporters say it would shield families from ruinous debt.

Commissioner Mike Causey will speak to the Piedmont Triad Apartment Association about insurance issues affecting housing at their Annual Dinner in Greensboro.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s executive order launches a 150‑day review to identify potential sites and rules for roughly 2 GW of new nuclear capacity, with an early target of construction by 2033.

Elizabeth Mitchell named Bloomington's 2026 Living Legend during Black History Month. Events include a Youth Poster Board Contest, and a Gala at Woolery Mill to conclude the month's celebrations.

Michigan lawmakers introduce a bipartisan package to update zoning laws to address the state's housing shortage and affordability crisis, despite potential opposition and previous failed attempts.

Illinois says it has erased more than $1.1 billion in medical debt for over 500,000 residents through a state program that partners with nonprofit Undue. Officials say the average relief was about $1,200 per person.

A proposed state law would bar Tacoma from enforcing certain camping bans unless officials can show accessible shelter was available at the time, creating legal and logistical questions.

The Supreme Court will deploy in‑house software in mid‑March to scan filings and flag potential financial and party conflicts, with new disclosure rules for litigants.

A Utah lawmaker would bar SNAP purchases of 'ultra‑processed' foods and direct the state to seek a USDA waiver, reviving debate over limits on food‑stamp choices.