Oklahoma Human Services asked lawmakers for $25.5M to offset federal SNAP changes. Officials warn a 10.87% error rate could trigger hundreds of millions in new costs.

Senator Ashley Moody advocates for expanding Florida's educational policies nationally during National School Choice Week, celebrating the state's success and promoting the Education Freedom tax credit.

City Council approved zoning that forces roughly 1,000‑foot spacing for liquor stores, smoke shops and credit‑access businesses and expands buffers around parks and schools. The change follows months of staff review and public comment.

An inmate‑authored commentary has put Rush City Correctional Facility back under scrutiny for alleged staff misconduct, broken tablet rollouts, and limited family contact. Advocates want independent oversight and funding fixes.

Florida receives nearly $481 million for disaster recovery, with Senator Moody instrumental in securing the federal funds for 535 public assistance projects.

DC Public Schools announced a delayed opening due to cold weather but will return to normal hours Tuesday. Residents are urged to take precautions in the cold and shelters will extend hours.

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office closes its downtown headquarters due to winter weather, directing residents to district substations for services on February 2.

The Ohio Department of Insurance promotes Insurance Careers Month, encouraging job seekers to explore diverse opportunities in the state's robust insurance industry amid growth and retirements.

The Hoxworth Blood Center teams up with the Cyclones for the largest annual blood drive in Cincinnati, with incentives like T-shirts and event tickets for donors.

At Ocean Beach, hundreds formed a human banner that spelled "ABOLISH" in a protest aimed at ICE after two deadly encounters with federal immigration agents.

The Senate approved a bipartisan funding package that includes nearly $75 million in earmarks for Hawai‘i, funding projects from community centers to highway planning across the islands.

A state bill would let Southwestern College pilot four applied bachelor’s degrees to serve South Bay employers — but UC and Cal State say the move circumvents a 2021 safeguard. The measure cleared the Assembly and now heads to the Senate.

Marni von Wilpert led local Democrats’ pre-endorsement for the 48th with about 68.8% but fell just short of the 70% needed to clinch the nod. Delegates will finish the decision at the Feb. state convention.