A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Transportation unlawfully withheld $1 billion in electric vehicle infrastructure funding, ordering the release of funds to plaintiff states.

The City Council of Portland is seeking public input on the Public Infrastructure Environmental Code Project, which addresses environmental overlay zone policies in the city, before a meeting on February 12, 2026.

State budget documents and reporting show an $82M jump in corrections funding tied to longer sentences, rising inmate medical bills and a planned Angola expansion.

Florissant’s council approved budget tweaks, a $50K hazardous‑tree fund and several permit transfers at its Jan. 26 meeting.

Montgomery County is set for committee meetings on topics like public safety, immigrant protections, and development, including a Public Safety Joint Operations Center budget increase and the Promoting Community Trust - Immigrant Protections Act.

The Upper Arlington Historical Society celebrates its 50th anniversary with a free event showcasing local history on February 4, at Amelita Mirolo Barn.

Tennessee agencies are conducting welfare checks following severe ice storms that caused power outages and disrupted contact with residents in affected areas.

A group calling itself Democrats for an Informed Approach to Gender sued Illinois, arguing a state rule gives party leaders a veto over who can use 'Democrat' in a nonprofit's name. The filing asks a federal judge to block enforcement while the case proceeds.

Teresa Thomason has been named the new deputy director of Fort Worth Park & Recreation, bringing over 25 years of experience from various leadership roles in North Texas.

The Ohio Supreme Court announces an 18-month celebration highlighting Ohio's history, heritage, and legal contributions through themed events, educational exhibits, and digital content.

A new PNAS paper finds racially targeted digital ads likely depressed 2016 turnout, concentrating effects in battlegrounds like Wisconsin and raising fresh disclosure questions.

A Las Vegas livestreamer asked a federal judge to block Metro from enforcing dispersal orders she says punished protesters and chilled speech.

Senator Blackburn introduces a bill to allow disabled Americans to maintain Medicaid coverage after age 65, addressing the current policy that often forces them to retire early to keep benefits.