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winnipegfreepress.comworld16 hrs ago
Minnesota prosecutors receive federal evidence in two protest shooting deaths
State and local prosecutors in Minnesota obtained hard drives and a damaged SUV from federal officials on July 13 in the investigations of two fatal shootings during immigration enforcement protests. The materials cover the deaths of Renee Good on January 7 and Alex Pretti on Jan…
forbes.comscience3 days ago
U.S. Health Officials Investigate Rising Cyclosporiasis Cases
Hundreds of people across 18 states have contracted cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection linked to fresh produce. The outbreak is under investigation by federal, state and local authorities.
theblaze.compolitics6 days ago
Man With Prior Deportations Charged With Rape and Abduction in Virginia
Juan Arevalo Mendez was arrested last week in Prince William County on charges stemming from an alleged September 2025 attack in Fairfax County. DHS called on state and local officials to transfer him to ICE custody rather than release him.
abcnews.go.compolitics13 days agoUpdated
Supreme Court to Review State Bans on Semiautomatic Rifles
The Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to review cases testing state and local prohibitions on semiautomatic assault weapons such as the AR-15. The cases, involving restrictions in Illinois and California, are scheduled for argument in the fall term. Nine other Democratic-led states ma…
Washington Examinerpolitics18 days ago
Justice Department Offers $3 Billion for State Immigration Enforcement
The Department of Justice posted a funding opportunity on June 15 for state and local governments. The money targets costs tied to locating, detaining, and prosecuting migrants who commit crimes. The program draws from a 2025 law intended to reimburse states for prior border-rela…
Usa Todaypolitics19 days ago
ICE Drops Plans to Convert Nearly a Dozen Warehouses into Detention Centers After Spending About $1 Billion
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased nearly a dozen warehouses in early 2026 for over $1 billion. Federal, state and local officials announced in June that the projects would not proceed. DHS said it would sell one site in Michigan and use existing space instead.
Washington Examinerpolitics21 days agoUpdated
Federal Judge Quashes DOJ Subpoenas to Minnesota Officials Over Immigration Probe
A federal judge blocked six grand jury subpoenas issued by the Justice Department to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state and local officials. The court found the subpoenas lacked a legitimate investigative purpose and were intended to pressure officials over immigration e…
nationalobserver.compolitics25 days ago
Senators to Introduce Bill Making Export-Import Bank Program Permanent
Sens. Angela Alsobrooks and Dave McCormick will introduce legislation Thursday to help small businesses obtain Export-Import Bank financing for overseas sales. The measure would create a pilot program directing the bank to work with state and local institutions.
nypost.comworld32 days ago
Teachers Union Reports Over 50 Trustees on 27 Public Pension Funds
A teachers union stated that more than 50 of its affiliated trustees hold positions on 27 public pension funds. The disclosure came in a report examining trustee roles across multiple state and local systems.
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finance32 days ago
U.S. Public Schools Spent Average of $17,619 per Student in 2024
New York recorded the highest per-student spending at $31,918 while Idaho recorded the lowest at $11,060. State and local governments supplied nearly 90 percent of the nearly $995 billion total.
Semaforai33 days ago
Union federation outlines state-level AI strategy
The AFL-CIO plans to focus on state and local AI legislation and to make the technology a central issue in upcoming elections. The federation's president said the group does not support proposals for government equity stakes in AI companies.
New York Postpolitics34 days ago
ICE Releases Identities of Criminal Noncitizens Arrested in New York
Federal immigration officers identified several noncitizens convicted of serious crimes who were taken into custody in New York. The agency also criticized state and local policies that limit cooperation with federal enforcement.
Los Angeles Timessports36 days ago
US, Canada, Mexico Launch Massive Security Operation for 48-Team 2026 World Cup
Federal, state and local agencies begin coordinated security operations this week for the 104-match event. The effort includes $875 million in federal funding and new drone countermeasures.
Al Jazeerapolitics41 days agoUpdated
Voters Head to Polls in Six States for Primaries
Voters in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota cast ballots Tuesday in state and local primary contests. California features the largest number of races, including contests for governor and Los Angeles mayor.
thecanary.coworld42 days ago
Police Arrest Protesters Outside New Jersey Immigration Facility
State and local police detained multiple individuals outside an immigration facility in New Jersey. The action occurred overnight during a demonstration at the site.
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politics44 days ago
Voluntary Departures Rise Sevenfold in ICE Detention Centers
Voluntary departure agreements increased sevenfold in the first 16 months of the current administration compared with the prior period. Detainees at multiple facilities have reported poor food, inadequate medical care, and use of solitary confinement. State and local officials ha…
The Hillscience48 days ago
Democratic Socialism Term Gains Visibility After 2015 Speech
A 2015 address outlined policy positions including expanded federal programs and voting access. The speech preceded later primary contests and subsequent state and local candidacies. Current federal spending and debt figures are cited in relation to those proposals.
ICIJfinance48 days ago
Bitcoin ATM Operators Received Billions in Cryptocurrency from Major Exchanges
Several large cryptocurrency firms transferred more than $1.5 billion in bitcoin to operators of bitcoin ATMs between 2018 and 2025. The transfers continued after state and local officials raised concerns about scam activity linked to the machines. Bitcoin Depot, the largest oper…
abcnews.go.comworld49 days ago
California Officials Announce Chemical Storage Tank Risk
State and local officials reported that a storage tank containing hazardous chemicals may be at risk of exploding. Authorities have not released the tank's location or the identity of its owner.
abcnews.go.comscience51 days ago
Trump Administration Task Force Recommends Changes to FEMA Disaster Response
A review council appointed by President Trump released recommendations this month for restructuring the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The report calls for shifting more responsibility to state and local governments while retaining core federal functions for major events.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics53 days ago
Trump Campaigns for Tax Law in New York District
President Donald Trump spoke at Rockland Community College in Suffern, New York, on May 22, 2026, to highlight last year’s tax law and the expanded state and local tax deduction. The event featured Rep. Mike Lawler, whose district is one of the most closely watched House races th…
New York Postworld54 days ago
Nearly 30,000 Gallons of Partially Treated Sewage Spill Into Long Island Waterway
State and local officials reported that an equipment failure at a Long Beach wastewater plant released nearly 30,000 gallons of undisinfected sewage into Reynolds Channel on Sunday. City crews completed a multi-day cleanup of the waterway, while the State Department of Environmen…
foxbusiness.combusiness56 days ago
Maryland Board Sets $274 Monthly Cap on Ozempic for State Purchases
The Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board voted to cap the price of Ozempic at $274 per 30-day supply for state and local government purchases starting January 2027. The limit is expected to save $5.8 million annually and follows a similar action taken by the board in re…
abcnews.go.compolitics57 days ago
Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling Affects Local Maps in 17 Cases
The Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais has prompted new legal reviews of voting maps and election systems in at least 17 state and local governments. Most cases involve Southern jurisdictions with racially polarized voting patterns.
The Federalistpolitics61 days ago
House Passes Limited Version of PRIME Act on Meat Processing
The House approved a pilot version of the PRIME Act as part of a larger farm bill. The measure would allow limited direct sales of locally processed meat to consumers under state and local oversight until 2031. The bill now awaits action in the Senate.
bbc.co.ukpolitics61 days ago
Justice Department Demands Four States Issue Vehicle Registrations to ICE for Undercover Use
The Justice Department sent letters to officials in Oregon, Massachusetts, Washington and Maine demanding they change policies that restrict vehicle registrations for undercover ICE operations. The department said the restrictions treat federal agencies differently from state and…
nypost.compolitics67 days agoSourced
Trump Proclaims May 8 as Victory Day for World War II
President Trump issued a proclamation designating May 8, 2026, as Victory Day for World War II to mark the 81st anniversary of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The action calls on federal, state and local officials to observe the date with appropriate ceremonies honoring U…
usatoday.compolitics67 days agoUpdated
Trump-Appointed FEMA Review Council Recommends Cutting Agency Staff by Half and Shifting Disaster Response to States
The FEMA Review Council released its 75-page final report on May 7, 2026, calling for a 50 percent staff reduction at the agency and a fundamental transfer of responsibilities to state and local governments. Chaired by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Homeland Security Secretar…
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dailywire.comworld79 days ago
Court Rules Texas Law Allowing Arrests of Migrants Is Legal
A court has determined that a 2023 Texas law permitting state and local police to arrest migrants is legal. The same court had previously paused the law. The decision is likely to be appealed.
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New Jersey Congressman Proposes Doubling State and Local Tax Deduction Cap to $80,800
A congressman from New Jersey has introduced a proposal to increase the cap on state and local tax deductions to $80,800 for married couples. The change would roughly double the existing cap. The effort aims to adjust federal tax policy on deductions.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance91 days ago
ActBlue Raises $568 Million in Q1 2026, Up 50% from 2022; Federal Probe Examines Donor Compliance
ActBlue announced it raised $568 million in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 50% increase from the same period in 2022. The platform received 15 million contributions from 686,000 new donors, with an average donation of $38. Funds supported federal candidates, state and local…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewbusiness91 days ago
Maryland Board Establishes $204 Monthly Cap on Jardiance for Public Purchases by 2027
The Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board has established an upper payment limit for Jardiance, a type 2 diabetes medicine, capping its price at $204 for a 30-day supply by January 2027. The board will oversee a process to lower costs for state and local governments. The…
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forbes.comworld96 days ago
New York Lawmaker Seeks to Reopen Negotiations on State and Local Tax Deduction Cap
A New York lawmaker is pushing to reopen discussions on expanding the state and local tax deduction following a recent increase in its cap to $40,000. This effort comes as Congress considers potential tax legislation before the midterm elections. The move addresses ongoing concer…
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naturalnews.comworld98 days ago
CDC Temporarily Pauses Testing for 31 Infectious Diseases and Parasites
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has paused testing of samples from state and local health departments for 31 infectious diseases and parasites, including rabies, chickenpox and Epstein-Barr virus. The pause is part of a routine review of testing quality launched in…