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Democrats in Congress Embrace a More Punitive Posture Toward Israel
Nearly every Democratic senator voted to advance a measure calling for a human rights report on Israel’s conduct in the West Bank, as some in the party propose punishing settlement activity with sanctions.
Explaining N.C.'s proposed constitutional amendments: Property tax levy limit
North Carolina voters will be facing three proposed constitutional amendments in the upcoming election, and we’re going to explain them all, starting with the property tax levy limit.
3 tips to slow unsolicited political texts to your cell phone ahead of the Nov. 3 election
Voters in Missouri and Kansas say they're being bombarded by unsolicited political text messages. Here's what you can do to slow them down.
Husted's data center bill collides with campaign season politics
Senate Republicans are making a last-minute push on affordability—holding a vote on legislation to rein in costs associated with data centers—that could be a win for Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, ahead of November’s elections.
Husted's data center bill collides with campaign season politics
Senate Republicans are making a last-minute push on affordability—holding a vote on legislation to rein in costs associated with data centers—that could be a win for Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, ahead of November’s elections.
Senate passes bill to reshape future of college sports
The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act Monday night, with a final vote of 77 to 22, after a series of votes on seven different amendments.
Senate passes bill to reshape future of college sports
The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act Monday night, with a final vote of 77 to 22, after a series of votes on seven different amendments.
Senate passes bill to reshape future of college sports
The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act Monday night, with a final vote of 77 to 22, after a series of votes on seven different amendments.
Citizens Research Council outlines impacts of Mop Up Michigan initiative
As absentee ballots make their way to voters, Michigan residents this election season are faced with another question beyond just candidates running for various offices.
Immigration hawk warns Trump enforcement ‘missteps’ could come with political price
Mark Krikorian says mixed signals risk frustrating the very voters Republicans need to turn out in the midterms as the administration navigates tensions between its base and business interests.
LA mayor candidates set for forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses
Two Democratic rivals seeking to become the next mayor of Los Angeles are meeting on the same stage just days before mail ballots go to voters.
In Wisconsin elections, write-ins are frequently wrong
“Please do not write me in or vote for me.”
Poll: Ohio voters' view of Trump declines, Browns leads Husted
A new poll shows many Ohio registered voters don't agree with President Donald Trump's handling of the U.S., and Democrats are leading the state's marquee contests.
Erika Kirk Reveals Stance on Political Issues, Says She ‘Voted Similarly’ to Late Husband Charlie
Erika Kirk recently divulged where she stands on a few political issues. The Turning Point USA CEO, 37, spoke to Vanity Fair in an interview published Tuesday, September 29, revealing she and her late...
Will Republicans help Democratic underdog unseat longtime congressman?
Congressional hopeful Eric Jones is testing the theory that voters on the far left and far right have more in common with each other than with Democrats or Republicans.
More than 1 million Florida mail ballots were sent out. Votes are trickling in
Supervisors of elections reported that more than 2,200 ballots have already been returned, mostly from voters in the military and overseas.
Amanda Seyfried talks motherhood, politics and her surprising hobby
Amanda Seyfried is the ambassador for Vote Mama, an organization advocating for more moms to run for political office.
Pleasant View rejects changes regarding data centers and adult-themed business, passes adoption of new roads and rules regarding decorative street signs
The Town of Pleasant View Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted not to approve two zoning amendments on first reading at their Sept. 14 meeting, sending proposals on data centers and adult-oriented businesses back to the drawing board for more work and consideration. Ordinance 26-08 would have restricted data centers to areas zoned C4, which
Rivals for LA mayor set to meet in forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses
Two Democratic rivals seeking to become the next mayor of Los Angeles are meeting on the same stage just days before mail ballots go to voters.
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We have three spectacular science images and we need your vote to choose the winner! Polls are open from now through October 6.
Health policy polling shows similar feelings across party lines
With Michigan’s general election underway, a new poll shows voters want many of the same things from government health policy. Colin Jackson has more.
Data center pushback creates political path for Caledonia resident
A Caledonia data center proposal pushed Prescott Balch into local politics, as Wisconsin voters show growing opposition to similar projects.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed courts RFK Jr.'s MAHA voters with new health policy platform
Portrait of a congressional district redrawn, as told by its voters
Redistricting has reshaped a key Central Florida district. So we hit the road to talk to voters about the issues that matter to them.
Subpoena records offer clues about federal probe of L.A. County voters
Federal investigators have sent L.A. County election officials multiple grand jury subpoenas as part of a criminal investigation into illegal voting, according to records reviewed by The Times.
A Tough Ad Reminds Nebraska Voters About a Brutal Crime and a Pardon
A group supporting Dan Osborn, the independent Senate candidate in Nebraska, is airing an ad attacking Senator Pete Ricketts, a Republican, for pardoning a man convicted of sexual assault.
Protect College Sports Act gains Senate approval in bipartisan vote
The Protect College Sports Act took its next step forward on Monday, with the Senate voting overwhelmingly 77-22 in favor of the proposed federal legislation reforming college athletics.
Senate passes college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfers
The overwhelming 77-22 vote to pass the legislation is the strongest effort yet by Congress to set national regulations governing payments to college athletes for their name, image and likeness and how often they can transfer.
Senate passes Protect College Sports Act with decisive vote
The Protect College Sports Act, which would set national rules for NIL deals, the transfer portal and more, was passed by the Senate on Monday night.
Gilbert hopes new housing can help boost businesses at Town Square
Gilbert Town Council approved Headwaters Gilbert in a 5-2 vote. Nearby business owners hope adding more residents to Gilbert Town Square could bring more customers to the area
U.S. Senate votes, 77-22, to pass Protect College Sports Act
The Protect College Sports Act, a federal bill aimed at reshaping the industry, took a step toward becoming law on Monday when the U.S. Senate voted, 77-22, to pass it, with Ted Cruz saying "this bill puts an end to the chaos plaguing college athletics."
Protect College Sports Act passes Senate: Historic bill takes first step, but uncertainty awaits in House
The bipartisan bill aimed at stabilizing college sports passed its first test with Monday night's Senate vote, but more hurdles must be cleared in the House before it can be signed into law
Senate passes major bill to overhaul college sports
The Senate on Monday passed a major bill to overhaul college athletics with a large bipartisan vote, 77-22.
Senate passes major bill to overhaul college sports
The Senate on Monday passed a major bill to overhaul college athletics with a large bipartisan vote, 77-22.
Senate defeats proposal to limit ticket price increases for college sports
The Senate voted Monday evening to defeat an amendment sponsored by Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) to cap ticket price increases for college sporting events to four percent a year, even as ticket prices…
Talarico, Paxton want to cut federal gas taxes as they court Hispanic voters in Texas Senate race
Mann says voters are ready for a change from ‘Politics as it is’ during recent campaign fundraiser in Emporia Monday
It is the opinion of Democratic Candidate Chris Mann that voters are tired of "politics as it is" and ready fo...
French student protests fuel political clash ahead of Presidential vote
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon traded barbs on Monday over high school students blockading classes to demand more resources. The students cite teacher…
Chicago renter ordinance votes delayed as Johnson, opponents seek compromise
Neither Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposal nor a competing measure has enough support to become law as the two sides continue negotiations.
Political parties emphasize outreach as headquarters prep for midterm election
PADUCAH — With less than 40 days until the 2026 midterm election, local political party headquarters in the region are preparing to get voters out to the polls.
FEMA can’t condition security grants on election changes, judge says
The Trump administration had sought to limit anti-terrorism funding for local governments that didn’t check the citizenship status of voters.
Haaland Tours Rural New Mexico Hospital, Highlights Medicaid and Health Care Challenges
Overview: Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland visited Presbyterian Española Hospital on Sunday, touring its facilities and meeting with health care professionals about challenges facing rural hospitals and the potential impact of Medicaid cuts. Native Vote 2026 Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo), the Democratic nominee for governor of New Mexico, visited Presbyterian Española Hospital on Sunday, where […]
Haaland Tours Rural New Mexico Hospital, Highlights Medicaid and Health Care Challenges
Native Vote 2026 Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo), the Democratic nominee for governor of New Mexico, visited Presbyterian Española Hospital on Sunday, where she toured health care facilities and participa...
ODU political experts analyze new Trump messages
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — President Donald Trump told voters several weeks ago in the face of discouraging GOP polling numbers to “pretend I’m on the ballot.” That should be especially easy now that a series of new messages from the White House have begun running, though the administration emphatically denies that they are propaganda. The […]
Health policy polling shows similar feelings across party lines
New polling shows Michigan Democratic and Republican voters are not all that different when it comes to their views on health policy.
I Never Thought “Explosive Diarrhea” Would Become a Reason to Vote Blue, but Here We Are
These foodborne illness outbreaks have certainly put the Republican party in a sh*tty situation.
Record money, murky messaging: What Michigan voters should know about political advertisements
Hundreds of millions of dollars are being poured into Michigan’s midterm elections
Arizona Sec of State candidates to debate Wednesday | Political calendar
Candidates for Arizona Secretary of State to debate; Deadline to register to vote coming up on Oct. 5; Early voting in Nov. 3 election starts in Oct. 7 & more
SSM Health Dean Medical Group nurses vote to unionize
This comes just a few months after nurses at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital voted for union representation.
Former MS Rep. Nick Bain shares plan to tackle state auditor backlog
After losing his state House reelection bid by two dozen votes, Nick Bain is touting that loss in his run to fill the state auditor's seat next year.
Allegheny County’s paid parental leave approved by health board, moves to council
Allegheny County's Board of Health voted to approve a county-wide paid parental leave mandate Monday. The matter now heads back to County Council for deliberation.
SCOTUS rules in Trump's favor, allowing an expanded online screening tool to purge some voters
What does this ruling mean for voters in Illinois ahead of the midterms? What does this mean for voting in the future?
David Jolly is being outraised 8-to-1. He says voter frustration is the real currency in the Governor's race
'This is a change-election cycle.'
Oct. 1 Vallejo/Vacaville Arts-Entertainment Source: Faces and Places
The Vacaville Indivisible rally, “Save Our Democracy — Register to Vote,” was held on Sept. 19 in front of Vacaville City Hall.
Senate is set to vote on a sweeping college sports bill. Here's what it would do
The bipartisan Protect Student College Sports Act would give the NCAA more power to govern national rules and regulations in college sports.
Senate Health Panel Delays Bill as Nominees Await Vote
Senate Health Committee recesses HHS markup as measles cases rise. Surgeon General nominee delayed. See why this matters for public health policy.
Senate Finance Committee Advances Health and Tax Nominees
Senate Finance Committee votes to advance four nominees for HHS Deputy Secretary, IRS Chief Counsel, and Tax Court judge positions. See the results.
Experts warn party disqualification bids risk intimidating, disenfranchising Arab voters
Even a Supreme Court reversal may not dispel intimidation and safety fears, they say.
Paid parental leave clears health board, heads for Allegheny County Council
Allegheny County's Board of Health approved a scaled-back paid parental leave bill, cutting leave to 12 weeks and exempting employers with 15 or fewer workers.
Allegheny County Health Board votes to approve paid parental leave policy
The Allegheny County Health Board voted Monday to approve County Executive Sara Innamorato’s proposed paid parental leave policy, advancing the legislation...
Allegheny County Board of Health passes paid parental leave program
The Allegheny County Board of Health on Monday approved an updated paid parental leave program that would require businesses with 15 or more eligible employees to provide at least 12 weeks of paid leave to new parents. The Board of Health approved the proposal in a unanimous vote. The board
Senate tees up college sports bill aimed at regulating NIL deals
The Senate is due to vote Monday on the bill, which would create a national framework for name, image and likeness deals in college athletics.
Merger between Maimonides Health and NYC Health + Hospitals receives unanimous vote
On Sept. 17, the New York State Council voted unanimously to approve a proposed merger between Maimonides Health and NYC Health + Hospitals.
Counties urge action on state voter registration system amid backlog
The request comes as county election officials are working overtime to rectify the problem with the delayed voter registration applications.
In Ohio, a Humbling Question For Senator Jon Husted: Are You the Incumbent?
Even some devoted conservatives know more about Sherrod Brown, the Democratic challenger, than the Republican incumbent, who needs the MAGA base to turn out.
Trump paying for political ads with taxpayer money?
Taxpayers shouldn’t be paying for the president to win over voters, promote his agenda, and make a last-ditch push to win the midterms.
Senate nears vote on college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfers
The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill that would regulate college sports.
Senate nears vote on college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfers
The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill that would regulate college sports.
Senate Nears Vote on College Sports Bill That Would Rein in Athlete Payments and Transfers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports, an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Passage of the legislation would be ...
Butler County mental health board eliminates finance department after audits find accounting discrepancies
As the Butler County Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services Board seeks voter approval of a 1-mill, 10-year renewal levy, the board has voted to eliminate its entire finance department following the discovery of accounting discrepancies dating back more than three years.
We asked: What’s something new your organization is working on?
Compiled by Emily Barske Wood and Kyle Heim Each year the Business Record’s readers cast votes for what Des Moines has to offer in a variety of business-related categories. We asked the winners: What’s something new your organization is working on? Here’s what some of them had to say. “One of the most exciting initiatives at…
Jackson says Trump ‘owns’ Collins
Specifically, Jackson mentioned Collins’ vote to let the “big, beautiful bill” advance to the Senate floor, her support for $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the war in Iran.
California coalition trains thousands of election monitors ahead of midterms
Organizers say they’re concerned recent federal actions could discourage some people from voting
OMNIBUS X, a toxic proposal for health and biodiversity. MEPs should not vote for it: ECVC
Omnibus X is a legislative package which, under the usual pretext of simplification to streamline the pesticide approval system, weakens the precautionary principle at the heart of European pesticide regulation.
Column: Voter ID ballot measure fixes a problem that doesn't exist
What’s so wrong about requiring every Californian to show a government ID before they’re allowed to vote?
Allegheny County Board of Health set to vote on proposed paid parental leave policy Monday
If the Board of Health approves the proposal during Monday’s vote, the measure will advance to the Allegheny County Council for consideration later this fall.
What will California's next governor do about healthcare? Here are Becerra and Hilton's plans
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton say they’re mindful of voters’ worries about healthcare costs, but their plans don’t have much detail.
A New Age of Montana Politics
When Finley Warden talks to voters, his age is “an elephant in the room.” The 20-year-old Republican (he’ll turn 21 in October) and fifth-generation Polson resident is mounting a run for his local legislative seat in House District 13, which contains parts of Lake and Sanders counties. The Liberty University student, who attends school virtually […]
‘Voters are angry’: Pollster Frank Luntz breaks down the coalition of voters to watch for in the 2026 midterms
Politicians test the ‘Mamdani method’
Voters are scrolling their way to the ballot box as politicians turn to social media — even dancing in videos — to sway the online electorate.
Bridge DePaul is making room for political disagreement on campus
The group is entering its second year with plans to focus on dialogue, voter information and student engagement with different political ideas.
They led protests against Netanyahu. Can they turn outrage into political power?
As Israel heads toward elections, protest leaders are running for parliament — and finding that bringing people into the streets is different from winning their votes
The last day to register to vote for the November election in Texas is Oct. 5
Local election officials say you shouldn't wait until the last minute.
Vote now for the Thibodaux Regional Health Systems Athlete of the Week (Sept. 21- 27)
The poll is back open voting for the Houma Today/ Daily Comet Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Thibodaux Regional Health Systems. Vote now!
Vote now for the Thibodaux Regional Health Systems Athlete of the Week (Sept. 21- 27)
The poll is back open voting for the Houma Today/ Daily Comet Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Thibodaux Regional Health Systems. Vote now!
Jude Bellingham’s World Cup haul earns second England award
Jude Bellingham has been voted England’s Player of the Year for the 2025-26 season, according to Mundo Deportivo, with the Real Madrid midfielder recognised by fans for a second consecutive campaign...
How voting rights restorations could impact the midterms
Geography, voting patterns and time all may mitigate the political parties’ ability to capitalize on a new well of potential voters to draw from.
Food Safety Finds a Place Among ‘Kitchen-Table’ Political Issues
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made this issue a concern of voters.
Food Safety Finds a Place Among ‘Kitchen-Table’ Political Issues
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made this issue a concern of voters.
‘Voters aren’t naive’ claims former Ballon d’Or chief
Grigoriy Rtveladze: “Hold my beer.”
Locals, students give testimonies for Suicide Prevention Month
The Syracuse Common Council voted to recognize September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month on Sept. 21.
Locals, students give testimonies for Suicide Prevention Month
The Syracuse Common Council voted to recognize September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month on Sept. 21
Across the South, Black voters weigh a new political reality
New voting maps in the South have sparked a wave of grassroots activism following a major Supreme Court ruling.
Report: Conference executives crafting ‘Plan B’ ahead of Protect College Sports Act vote
Monday evening, the U.S. Senate is expected to hold a full vote on the Protect College Sports Act. In the meantime, executives at the conference level are crafting “Plan B,” Yahoo! Sports’ Ross Dellenger reported. The plan would include parts of the bipartisan Senate bill, including a $48.8 million revenue-share cap, which would be a […]
Manchin says ‘if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton’
“I don’t know that young man and things he’s said I’m discouraged about, but I can tell you, if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton, if character means a…