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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker spends $5 million to boost his pick for Senate in his state
As early voting starts in the Democratic primary, the billionaire governor is spending big to help his lieutenant governor, Juliana Stratton, overcome a massive fundraising deficit.
Amy Klobuchar navigates thorny politics of immigration as first test in run for governor
The moment will test Klobuchar’s record of bipartisan work in Washington and relationships with Minnesota progressives, who want a fighter against the Trump administration.
District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees Endorses Tahesha Way for Congress
Date: February 1, 2026 District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees Endorses Tahesha Way for Congress WAYNE, NJ – Less than one week before election day, District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees (NUHHCE) today endorsed Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Tahesha Way in[...]
Meet the un-Gavin. Kentucky’s governor sees a different way to the White House
Andy Beshear says voters want a healer in 2028, not someone who'll match President Trump insult for insult. His focus on nuts and bolts makes him a popular blue governor in a very red state.
Gavin Newsom Memoir Describes Difficult Childhood, Contrary to Image
Mr. Newsom, the California governor and a potential presidential candidate, writes that the privileged caricature of his background is mistaken.
Amid FBI investigation, Trump's 2020 election obsession is still shaping Georgia politics
The FBI search of a Fulton County election office isn't the only sign that Trump's loss six years ago is echoing through Georgia. Just look at the race for governor.
Inside California Politics: Matt Mahan announces run for governor
(Inside California Politics) — This week, Inside California Politics host Nikki Laurenzo sat down with Matt Mahan, who announced his run for governor on Thursday. In the one-on-one interview, the S…
Governor picks three new members of JTA Board
DeSantis brings the board to full strength.
Calais calls measure on law enforcement relationship mere ‘politics’
The City Council delayed a vote on a resolution urging the governor to veto the measure because several supportive councilors were absent.
Upstart San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan joins California governor's race
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, a political upstart, and sometimes Newsom critic, enters his name into an already crowded fielid for California governor.
2026 Governors Ball: Everything you need to know about tickets, lineup and dates
Returning to the iconic Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York, the annual music festival that draws in festivalgoers from all over is bound to continue doing so with this year’s insane lineup.
How Trump's Tom Tiffany endorsement scrambles Wisconsin governor race
Tom Tiffany is now running alone in the Republican field for governor while seven Democrats battle it out. Here's how that changes the race.
Fate of Colorado River hangs in balance as political battle brews
The fight over the dwindling Colorado River has long been nonpartisan. Now an unprecedented meeting of governors over the issue raises the political stakes.
Gavin Newsom says at SF event that he isn't sold on breaking up PG&E
"I'm not convinced," the California governor said.
ICE Will Play a Big Factor in the Maine Senate Race
Seems like Republican senator Susan Collins is trying to take credit for the agency’s removal from the state. Governor Janet Mills, who’s challenging for her seat, had a rebuttal.
Democratic Governors Promise Accountability After Alex Pretti Killing
The chin-out rhetoric of Democratic governors about holding Trump administration officials responsible for violence in their cities may be more political than practicable.
San José Mayor Matt Mahan, a Newsom critic and political moderate, is running to become California's next governor
San José Mayor Matt Mahan announced he is running for California governor, joining an already crowded field.
Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors
U.S. senators are increasingly looking to leave Washington for leadership roles in their home states
Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors
U.S. senators are increasingly looking to leave Washington for leadership roles in their home states.
Amy Klobuchar announces run for Minnesota governor
Sen. Amy Klobuchar's announcement comes amid high tensions in Minnesota during a surge of federal immigration enforcement and protests.
Democratic Sen. Klobuchar says she's running for Minnesota governor after Gov. Walz dropped out
Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she’s running for governor of Minnesota
Sen. Amy Klobuchar launches her bid for Minnesota governor
Sen. Amy Klobuchar launched a Democratic bid for governor on Thursday, pledging to unify her state and move beyond a deadly battle with the federal government over immigration.
Amy Klobuchar Announces Run for Minnesota Governor
The Democratic senator, who signaled her bid after Gov. Tim Walz said he wouldn’t run again, talked about moving past political divides in a video announcement.
NJ's employment, economic numbers look bad. Can Sherrill fix that?
Mikie Sherrill has taken office as governor as New Jersey faces economic hurdles. The state’s gross domestic product lags behind much of the nation.
Tim Walz says he'll never seek elected office again
The Minnesota governor unexpectedly announced this month that he wouldn't run for re-election.
Tim Walz Fears a Fort Sumter Moment in Minneapolis
The Minnesota governor warns of a national unraveling.
Josh Shapiro accuses JD Vance of giving 'comfort' to right-wing antisemitism
The Democratic governor of Pennsylvania, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, is on a book tour promoting his memoir, which highlights his Jewish faith.
Mike DeWine says biggest mistake as governor was to sign bill legalizing sports gambling
Gov. Mike DeWine says he considers his signing of legislation legalizing sports gambling his biggest mistake as governor. “Any control that we can get over this, anything we can do, we should be doing,” DeWine said Wednesday.
Trump endorses Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open race for governor
Trump announced the endorsement in a social media post on Tuesday night, saying Tiffany “has always been at my side.”
DeWine defends hemp beverage ban: Businesses knew the risks
A veto by Gov. Mike DeWine eliminated a provision that would have allowed popular THC drinks to remain on sale through the end of 2026. The governor said Wednesday businesses knew the risks when they got started.
Iran delegates import powers as US war threats keep economy unstable
Iranian governors gain new powers as country prepares for possible war amid sanctions and looming geopolitical tensions.
Florida Sheriffs swing behind Byron Donalds in Governor’s race
Law enforcement support builds as Donalds consolidates Republican primary momentum statewide
Trump endorses Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open race for governor
President Donald Trump has endorsed U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s open race for governor
How scientists predict big winter storms : Short Wave
This past weekend, Winter Storm Fern struck the States. Sleet, snow and ice battered Americans all the way from New Mexico to New York. Scientists predicted its arrival in mid-January, and in anticipation of the storm, more than 20 state governors issued emergency declarations. But how did scientists know so much, so early, about the approaching storm? NPR climate reporter Rebecca Hersher says it has to do with our weather models… and the data we put into them. Which begs the question: Will we continue to invest in them?Interested in more science behind the weather? Check out our episodes on better storm prediction in the tropics and how the Santa Ana winds impact the fire season this time of year. Have a question we haven’t covered? Email us at shortwave@npr.org. We’d love to consider it for a future episode! Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by our showrunner Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones and Rebecca Hersher checked the facts. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez. News clips were from CBS Boston, Fox Weather, Fox 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, and PBS Newshour.
Republican candidate challenges Tuberville residency, says he appears to live Florida, not Alabama
A Republican opponent is challenging U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s eligibility to run for governor of Alabama
Governor’s goal of getting Oregon on CNBC’s Top 10 States for Business is misguided
Not only are the CNBC rankings irrelevant, the goal could serve as a pretext for giving corporate lobbyists what they’re always after: tax cuts.
Alabama GOP candidate challenges Tuberville’s state residency
Ken McFeeters, who qualified for the Republican primary for governor, is filing a challenge against Tuberville's candidacy.
Bovino’s future in doubt as White House walks back initial claims about Alex Pretti
Trump strikes conciliatory tone with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz after pair speak last night as Bovino is reportedly stripped of ‘commander at large’ title
Chris Madel Ends Run for Minnesota Governor, Citing Immigration Crackdown
Chris Madel, a defense lawyer, called the operation “simply a disaster.” His decision comes two days after a second fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis.
Review | Josh Shapiro’s memoir is heavy on inspiration, light on political substance
In “Where We Keep the Light,” the Pennsylvania governor focuses on his faith and a track record of working across party lines.
ICYMI: Florida Releases Candy Testing Results Under Healthy Florida First Initiative - Florida Department of Health
Governor Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, and Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced new food safety findings under the Healthy Florida First initiative, with the release of candy product testing results conducted by the Florida Department of Health to provide greater transparency for Florida families and strengthen accountability for products marketed to children.
GOP lawyer Chris Madel ends bid for Minnesota governor, calls ICE effort a 'disaster'
Chris Madel — a Republican candidate for governor of Minnesota — has dropped out of the state's gubernatorial race, saying he no longer supports the immigration crackdown taking place in Minneapolis.
Trump strikes a positive tone on Tim Walz after phone call with the Minnesota governor
Trump's post marks a noticeable shift in the way he’s referred to Walz, whom he's repeatedly criticized for not cooperating with his administration.
GOP candidate makes stunning exit from Minnesota gubernatorial race
Republican Chris Madel made a stunning exit from the Minnesota governor’s race, saying he cannot support the national GOP’s “stated retribution on the citizens of our state."
Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota
Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.”
Chris Madel, a Republican running for Minnesota governor, ends his bid and criticizes ICE
Chris Madel, a Minneapolis lawyer who represented the immigration agent who fatally shot Renee Good, said Monday that he was ending his Republican campaign for governor of Minnesota after a second protester was killed by federal authorities.
Chris Madel ends GOP bid for governor, says he can’t support federal ‘retribution’ against Minnesota
His exit comes as some other Republicans have started to distance themselves from the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the state.
Ron DeSantis predicts Donald Trump impeachment over immigration enforcement if House flips
People wanted aggressive actions against illegal immigrants, the Governor argues. For proof, look at how they voted in 2024.
Alabama Secretary of State says Trump-endorsed GOP opponent voted with ‘homemade fake ID’
Secretary of State Wes Allen and former Republican Party Chairman John Wahl are running for lieutenant governor.
Roy Cooper is at the Forefront of Democrats’ Longshot Bid to Flip the Senate. But What Do Voters Think of Him at Home?
The former North Carolina governor may not be the future of the Democratic party, but he might just help Democrats flip a critical seat.
Republican Governor Kevin Stitt: Trump is getting ‘bad advice’ on immigration crackdown
January 2026 Winter Storm Response
Preparedness ♦ Winter Safety ♦ Power Outage On January 22, Governor Spanberger declared a state of emergency in advance of the impending winter weather is expected to impact Virginia January 24-26. The Virginia Department of Health offers these winter safety tips. https://youtu.be/c_yxNiJF7NQ?si=A0-xwIqJdhJAt4BN Power outages are common after a big winter storm. If you lose power, […]
Ron DeSantis rips Gavin Newsom for 'frolicking' at Davos, dissing Donald Trump on foreign soil
The most one-sided feud between two Governors in American politics continues.
Youngkin long had ambitions beyond Virginia. What’s next is anyone’s guess.
Republican Glenn Youngkin, freshly out of the Virginia governor’s office, faces uncertain political prospects and tricky dynamics around his path forward.
Inside Iowa Politics: What Gov. Reynolds said she will do about cancer crisis
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds said her $50 million state commitment to cancer will have a "hub and spoke" model.
Gov. Tina Kotek brings business leaders to the table to jump-start Oregon’s economy
The governor's push to spur economic growth comes months ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election.
Treasury chief unloads on Gavin Newsom’s Davos stunt, mocks governor’s ‘brain the size of a walnut’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent escalates feud with California Gov. Gavin Newsom after comparing him to "American Psycho" character.
Exclusive: Wealthy governor candidate Steyer calls to end corporate PAC spending
The San Francisco investor, a massive political spender on his own causes, says to lower cost of living California must end corporate PACs
Trump admin orders review of federal funding to 14 blue states; NJ Governor responds: ‘everything he touches turns to crap’
The Politics Hour: MD Gov. Wes Moore & D.C. CM Doni Crawford
Maryland Governor Wes Moore on plans to close the state's budget gap. Plus, D.C. Councilmember Doni Crawford and WAMU's Margaret Barthel on the new Virginia governor's first week.
Oregon's Prosperity Council holds first meeting to boost local business, grow state GDP
Oregon’s new Prosperity Council met for the first time Thursday as Governor Tina Kotek reviewed their goals of growing local businesses, increasing the state’s
Sen. Amy Klobuchar prepares a run for Minnesota governor
Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota filed paperwork on Thursday to form a campaign committee to run for governor of her home state, which has become an epicenter of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in America.
Amy Klobuchar Files Papers for Run to Succeed Tim Walz as Minnesota Governor
The Minnesota senator, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, appears set to enter a race that has been transformed by President Trump’s immigration crackdown in the state and protests against it.
Ron DeSantis implores Idaho to back his call for a balanced federal budget
The Governor believes the states can compel action, while Congress won't act without pressure.
We dream, we dare, we decouple — how Colorado turns values into policy
By Kathy White Gov. Jared Polis’ final State of the State address was a clear victory lap. After eight years as governor, he used the moment to highlight accomplishments, reflect on progress and remind Coloradans what his administration has delivered. That is understandable. There is a real record to point to, and much of it […]
Gavin Newsom is a ‘beautiful shapeshifter’ in politics: Caroline Downey
'The Bottom Line' panelists Caroline Downey and Brianna Lyman criticize California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s trip to Davos and sound the alarm on a Democratic governor’s ‘bait and switch’ on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Fed's Cook doubles down on her role after SCOTUS wraps
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook vowed to uphold the principle of 'political independence' in her role, despite Trump's effort to fire her
President Donald Trump will return to Iowa for a speech on the economy
President Donald Trump will soon return to Iowa where competitive races for governor, Senate and the U.S. House are taking shape.
In State of the State Address, Armstrong says rural health care challenges in ND demand bold action | North Dakota Office of the Governor
North Dakota’s rural health care challenges demand bold action and new approaches, Gov. Kelly Armstrong said in a State of the State Address as the 69th Legislative Assembly convened in special session to appropriate nearly $200 million in federal funding for a statewide Rural Health Transformation Program.
Phil Murphy’s final clemency act as New Jersey governor includes those with political connections
The outgoing governor adhered to a tradition of clemency on the way out.
Peanuts and politics; plus, do we need a lieutenant governor?
Opening day of the legislative session nearly wasn't as entertaining as the marching band from Eastern New Mexico University.
This Jan. 6 rioter who was pardoned by Trump is now running for Oregon governor
He has not previously held elected office and will face a Republican primary field that includes two lawmakers and a county commissioner.
RWJBarnabas Health Welcomes U.S. Senator Andy Kim and Lt. Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell for Visit
RWJBarnabas Health was honored to host U.S. Senator Andy Kim and Lieutenant Governor Dr. Dale Caldwell to share how the health system is advancing robust, community-based efforts to combat food insecurity across New Jersey.
Fight to protect transgender health care to be among new governor's first tests
Supporters of proposed state protections for transgender health care are hopeful the bill will become law under Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill.
White House, states plunge into power market politics
Eastern grid operator PJM didn't directly address a proposal from a coalition of governors and the Trump Cabinet to restrain escalating costs tied to data
Polis’ removal of sex ed funding endangers LGBTQ+ youth
By Shara Smith At a time when the LGBTQ+ community is attacked by public policy driven by religious extremists, I am deeply concerned by the removal of funding in the governor’s budget for Colorado’s Comprehensive Human Sexuality Education (CCHSE) grant program. I hope Gov. Jared Polis and the Joint Budget Committee will recognize the program […]
BOJ to signal more rate hikes as yen, politics fuel inflation risks
TOKYO, Jan 20 (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its growth forecast on Friday and signal its readiness to hike interest rates further, as recent yen falls and prospects of solid wage gains keep policymakers alert to containing inflationary pressure. But BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda is likely to offer few clues on how soon the central bank could resume rate hikes, a decision complicated by rising bond yields and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's announcement on Monday to call a snap
Lawmakers advance bill to dismantle Wyoming Business Council despite governor’s office objections
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile The Legislature’s primary budgeting arm haggled over and then passed a 58-page draft bill on Thursday to dismantle the
Lawmakers advance bill to dismantle Wyoming Business Council despite governor’s office objections
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile The Legislature’s primary budgeting arm haggled over and then passed a 58-page draft bill on Thursday to dismantle the
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
A number of forces on the left questioned Josh Shapiro’s ties to Israel during Kamala Harris’ rushed running mate selection process in 2024. In his new memoir out next week, the Pennsylvania governor says the former vice president and her vetting team were among them.
Sphere to build venue in Maryland akin to Las Vegas facility
The second U.S. location for Sphere Entertainment will be built in Maryland, according to the governor's office.
Josh Shapiro Settles Some Scores
The Pennsylvania governor discusses the strange questions he received in his vice presidential vetting—and settles some scores.
Josh Shapiro Writes That Harris Team Asked if He Had Ever Been an Israeli Agent
In his new memoir, the Pennsylvania governor suggests that when Kamala Harris’s team vetted him to be her running mate, aides focused on Israel to an extent he found offensive.
Alabama US Senate frontrunner won’t back down after Trump endorses GOP rival
Trump weighed in as Republicans compete for the seat being vacated as Sen. Tommy Tuberville runs for governor.
A science teacher’s case for Nirav Shah as governor
The former Maine CDC director's ability to explain complex topics with honesty and empathy is exactly what Maine needs.
A science teacher’s case for Nirav Shah as governor
The former Maine CDC director's ability to explain complex topics with honesty and empathy is exactly what Maine needs.
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
The House is starting Session fast, Florida has a new Supreme Court Justice, and GOP candidates for Governor continue to falter.
Governor Needs To Step Into Proposed Hawaiʻi Health Care Consolidation
The proposed deeper integration between Hawaiʻi Pacific Health and HMSA would only intensify the problem with lack of access to providers and care. Gov. Josh Green must act now.
Two years as Louisiana governor: Jeff Landry’s big conservative wins, flashes of controversy
Landry says his aggressive approach is bringing much-needed change to Louisiana. But it has often attracted criticism.
Virginia’s New Governor Moves Swiftly to Overhaul State University Boards
Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, appointed new board members at three state schools, hours after she was sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor.
Spanberger makes history, sworn in as Virginia's first female governor
'The history and the gravity of this moment are not lost on me,” Spanberger said in a speech that at times criticized partisan politics in Washington
Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inauguration
Democrat Abigail Spanberger was sworn into office Saturday as Virginia’s first female governor, amid a cold drizzle outside the state Capitol after centuries of men holding the commonwealth’s top office.
Texas Launches 2026 Governor’s Small Business Summit: Allen Among First Hosts
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced the 15 cities, including one in North Texas, that will host the 2026 Governor's Small Business Summit.
Frank Lago, Gloria Romero Roses lead Primary fundraising for empty HD 113 seat
Nearly 2 months after the vacancy popped up, the Governor still has called a Special Election.
Justice Department opens investigation into Minnesota governor and Minneapolis mayor
Federal prosecutors are investigating Gov. Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey.
DOJ investigating Minnesota governor, Minneapolis mayor over alleged obstruction of law enforcement, source says
The Justice Department is investigating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over possible obstruction of federal law enforcement, a source familiar with the matter told CNN.
Mayor Lurie talks affordability, homelessness and bringing business back to the SF
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie joined the ABC7 News Midday show fresh off his news conference with Governor Gavin Newsom to talk about homelessness, affordability and more. Watch his full interview in the story below.
Trump set to pardon ex-Puerto Rico governor after ‘political prosecution’
Wanda Vázquez Garced, who accepted plea deal over campaign finance violation, endorsed Trump in 2020
Illinois Republican governor hopefuls target JB Pritzker as Rick Heidner apologizes for past Democratic donations
At a forum of Illinois Republicans running for governor, Rick Heidner tries to explain contributions to former Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.