At the Indian Gaming Association convention in San Diego, tribal leaders warned that prediction markets are draining casino revenue as lawsuits, criminal charges and CFTC rulemaking intensify.

Fifteen state senators led by Michelle Hinchey sent Gov. Kathy Hochul a March 31 letter asking for a temporary suspension of New York’s gas and diesel taxes amid a pump‑price spike. The request points to the 2022 tax pause as precedent.

A short Austin pilot that helped some homeowners pay flood premiums has ended and applications are closed; city staff will evaluate results before any new funding is approved.

Lawmakers removed two major financial barriers: a strict child-support payoff rule and a blanket court-costs requirement, opening the door for thousands to seek restored voting rights.

Kings County closed Avenal’s only fire station after a safety dispute over the new community center, setting off a county‑city standoff and legal fights.

Cardi B will judge jingles promoting New York City's new 2-K universal child-care program. Entries are due April 17 and full rules are on the city's contest page.

Governor Bob Ferguson signed a bill steering stadium sales tax revenue to Pioneer Square and the International District to support small businesses and building repairs.

The NYS Black Legislative Task Force secured $30M to back Black‑led nonprofits across New York; fiscal conduits and RFP details are now available.

The U.S. unexpectedly added 178,000 jobs in March, led by health care, while the jobless rate eased to 4.3%. Revisions and inflation risks complicate the picture.

After ICE arrests swept into churches, evangelical pastors — including a Brooklyn pastor who lost a longtime deacon — are denouncing the crackdown and warning of emptied pews.

A new recall petition seeks to remove Umatilla County Sheriff Terry Rowan after his 2025 DUI arrest; organizers say they’ll file by June 29 and are gathering thousands of signatures.

Lawmakers passed HB 295, a measure letting property owners sue cities over encampments and sanctuary policies. Advocates say it could criminalize homelessness and saddle local budgets with lawsuits.

A watchdog alleges a Cumberland County elections board member disguised donors to pay Michael Flynn’s $25,000 fee; the State Board has received complaints and will review them.