DOJ announced it will close the La Tuna federal prison complex in Anthony, citing a $4B maintenance backlog and staffing shortfalls. Staff transfers and reductions are expected.

Scottsdale council will decide whether Old Town Tavern can open its expanded space after a zoning dispute over dozens of required parking spots. The owner says in‑lieu fees and licensing changes are forcing a rework.

Trustees approved a $355.49M budget that leaves a $27.99M operating gap. Officials plan to set the tax rate in August after TEA issues compressed‑rate guidance.

Union County adopted a $664.31M FY2027 budget that keeps the property tax rate at 43.42¢ and directs nearly half the money to schools and capital needs.

Phoenix City Council approved about $800,000 in two settlements tied to police and fire lawsuits. The payouts were approved without public comment.

Tennessee has turned its emergency management agency into a cabinet-level department — the Tennessee Emergency Management Authority — effective July 1, 2026. Officials say the restructure aims to speed coordination and support for local disaster response.

The White House paused duties on Moroccan phosphate to lower fertilizer costs, but Oklahoma co‑ops say savings may not show up on farms until fall.

A packed town hall at Florida Memorial focused the District 24 race on housing and wages as seven candidates took the stage.

Dallas County authorized emergency funding and an outside finance review after auditors warned Metrocare faces a multimillion‑dollar shortfall. Officials are exploring options with Parkland.

The FTC warns some AI 'bias' fixes could themselves breach consumer law and has opened a public comment period through July 31.

The Justice Department filed suits Wednesday to block new gun restrictions in Virginia and California and warned it will challenge similar laws after a recent Supreme Court decision. Federal officials say the moves put the government on a fast legal track to test how far states can regulate commonly used firearms.

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling will retire July 15 after more than 30 years with the department. Mayor Brandon Johnson tapped Fred Waller as interim as officials begin the search for a permanent successor.

A federal appeals court has allowed two Black Maryland officers' hostile‑work‑environment claims to proceed, denying qualified immunity to a state police sergeant over alleged exclusion and racist conduct.