A Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds cigarette excise collections fell to $369.6M in fiscal 2025 as vaping rises, prompting debates over higher vape taxes.

The Israeli navy boarded the Andros and cut the convoy’s livestream as organizers said dozens of Global Sumud vessels were stopped in international waters. International ministers have condemned the raids.

Lawmakers pressed the Air Force Tuesday after hundreds of Greeley Guard billets were transferred to the Space Force, sending a letter that demands a plan for affected airmen.

National Democrats have added Indiana contests to a 2026 target map, with five central-Indiana races drawing fresh attention as Democrats try to break the Statehouse GOP supermajority.

Three DSA‑aligned councilmembers announced endorsements for Mayor Karen Bass, deepening a split on the left days before the June 2 primary.

After 10Tampa Bay’s "Diagnosis Denied" documentary, the VA reversed a denial for a veteran with inclusion body myositis. Advocates say the move could shape how similar claims are handled.

The Ohio Supreme Court will hear arguments over whether Gov. Mike DeWine must ask the feds to unlock roughly $900M in pandemic unemployment funds for Ohio workers.

Lawmakers approved a new Missouri Rangers program that would let districts hire state‑certified armed guards. The optional, POST‑run training plan now heads to Gov. Mike Kehoe.

Public payroll records show five Multnomah County employees topped $300,000 in 2025, led by health and corrections staff whose overtime pushed pay higher.

A Cherry Creek Schools trustee resigned after written complaints alleged he asked immigrants if they used a 'coyote' to cross the border, records show. The move comes amid wider scrutiny of district leadership.

A city audit found $1.13M in unpaid hotel-occupancy taxes across 19 hotels; officials will review collection and appeal options at a May 21 committee meeting.

President Trump is expected in Rockland County this Friday for a White House event with Rep. Mike Lawler; venue details remain unconfirmed.

A three‑way Democratic primary in Fulton County pits longtime Chair Robb Pitts against two fellow commissioners over jail conditions and health‑care gaps. Voters decide Tuesday.