(The Center Square) – Senators in North Carolina are next up for legislation to fund students over school systems.
Tacoma signs off on $300,000 for youth summer programs amidst youth gun violence
(The Center Square) – The Tacoma City Council has adopted a resolution that will provide $300,000 for youth programs to reduce youth gun violence in the city.
Fernandina Beach panel debates rehiring former City Manager
Most panel members felt it was time to move on.
Key Donald Trump attorney says he’s departing legal team as Mar-a-Lago probe intensifies
He said it has nothing to do with Trump and isn’t a reflection of his views of the investigation.
Fraud report: $38 million in pandemic relief aid sent to dead people
(The Center Square) – Data scientists from the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee identified nearly $38 million in potentially improper or fraudulent pandemic loans were obtained using Social Security Numbers of
Gov. DeSantis announces 4 judicial appointments in Broward, Palm Beach
The latest judicial picks hail from governmental roles.
E-Verify bill stalls in Texas Senate after similar measure signed into law in Florida
(The Center Square) – The two largest red states whose Republican-controlled legislatures have convened at the same time have had different results so far on similarly proposed legislation. From property
Diagnosis for 5.17.23: Checking the pulse of Florida health care news and policy
It’s time again to check the pulse — of Florida’s health care policy and politics.
‘Workable solution’: WA lawmakers relieved at passage of new drug possession law
(The Center Square) – Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle expressed relief after the Washington State Legislature on Tuesday passed a bill setting sanctions for drug possession in the
Shop the best early Memorial Day appliance sales at Home Depot, Lowe's and Best Buy
Celebrate Memorial Day 2023 with these early appliance sales on refrigerators, microwaves, washers and dryers available now.
Trust in Supreme Court fell to lowest point in 50 years after abortion decision, poll shows
Just 18% of Americans said they have a great deal of confidence in the court.
Conference committee releases proposed budget; hinges on property tax relief, education funding
(The Center Square) – Nearly a month ago, legislative budget conferees from both chambers first convened vowing to participate in “an amicable process that will lead to a strong state
Ashley Moody rejects 'untrue' claim that Ron DeSantis is a 'White supremacist'
The AG rebutted a claim from radio personality Charlamagne tha God.
PEN America, Penguin Random House sue Escambia County School District over book bans
‘In a nation built on free speech, this cannot stand.’
Space Force: Weather iffy for SpaceX's Starlink launch from Cape Canaveral
Policy pillars erected for state’s ‘great compromise’ budget
(The Center Square) – The possible parameters for a state budget compromise emerged this week in a window across the street from the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
5 things we noticed about the 99 state lawmakers endorsing Ron DeSantis
Family divisions, swing seat holdouts and budget interests all underline the roster.
Is Florida paving roads with radioactive waste? Here's what you need to know about HB 1191
The bill, now on DeSantis’ desk, calls for a suitability study from FDOT for next year. Opponents warn against potential effects to air, water and soil.
Bill restricting local governments from imposing regulations that exceed state law clears Senate
(The Center Square) – The Texas Senate passed a bill that would prohibit local governments from imposing regulations that exceed state law. The measure also would allow Texans to sue