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‘Borders on the absurd.’ California fights Trump lawsuit to set aside 20,000 ballots
California is trying to block the Trump administration's voter lawsuit. Here’s what the attorney general said in a court filing.
OCPS rejects compromise on teacher health insurance ahead of school board hearing
The local teachers union accepted the compromise recommendations made by a special magistrate late last week. Both sides will share their views about teacher health insurance costs and salaries at Wednesday’s hearing, scheduled to…
Alliance for Health releases H.R. 1 predictions | The Pajaronian
About one in three people who rely on Santa Cruz County Alliance Medi-Cal—25,000 people—will lose benefits by the end of 2028, said Central California Alliance for Health CEO Michael Schrader.
Carriage drivers, union leaders oppose NYC plan to eliminate industry by mid-2028
Horse-drawn carriage drivers, business owners, and union leaders gathered near Central Park on Friday to push back against plans to phase out New York City's horse carriage industry.
Why are out-of-state billionaires funding a California voter ID measure?
Want to know who’s who in Republican politics? Look no further than the megadonors bankrolling California’s voter ID initiative.
How the GOP weaponized trans issues and left Democrats searching for a strategy
For the second election cycle in a row, the rights of transgender people have taken center stage politically, despite their accounting for only about 1% of the U.S. population and many voters identifying other issues as far more important.
Jose Mourinho cancels his Villarreal post-game press conference
No presser from Jose Mourinho.
Proponents Press For Mental Health Parity
At Friday presser criticizing the Trump administration for letting insurance companies not adequately cover mental health and addiction treatment.
After heading home to Missouri, Andrew Bailey isn’t ruling out another run for office
The former Missouri attorney general finished a roughly yearlong stint as co-deputy director of the FBI.
Watch Sirianni presser after Week 4 loss to Rams
Watch Nick Sirianni as he answers questions about the Eagles’ Week 4 loss to the Rams at the Linc.
Hochul puts support behind closing 'voluntary intoxication loophole'
The State Senate has passed the bill multiple times.
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s 911 mental health response teams see uptick, CPD help
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s campaign promise of rolling out a non-police mental health response team is at the center of a new media blitz by his administration.
Lawmakers renew calls to strengthen New York's sexual assault laws
The gathering came just days after prosecutors said they were reopening an investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity.
Healey asks Trump administration to speed up review of planned gas expansion in latest sign of shifting energy politics
As Healey hunts for ways to bring down soaring costs and campaigns for reelection in a race defined by the affordability crisis gripping the state, the governor sees an opportunity to appeal to the Trump administration to bring more gas into the state.
Sorrell College of Business cuts ribbon on new Corporate Partnership Program
Troy University’s Sorrell College of Business officially launched its Sorrell Corporate Partnership Program on Tuesday with a ribbon cutting ceremony in John Robert Lewis Hall on the Troy Campus. The initiative is designed to strengthen relationships between the college and business throughout the region while providing students with greater access to business leaders and career...Read More
Arch Manning's changed demeanor on full display in Monday presser
The days of "off-the-cuff" Arch Manning are over. But after his controversy, the Texas QB is now robotic and emotionless.
Prince George's County leaders discuss mental health after man's death by suicide
After a man was found hanging from a tree in Prince George's County over the weekend, elected leaders are speaking out about what actually happened and the ment
Fall baseball roster and Jay Johnson presser notes
With fall ball on the horizon, what’s the LSU roster look like?
California wants to ban child marriage. Why are these civil rights groups trying to stop it?
Anyone under the age of 18 can get married in California. While lawmakers seek to restrict the practices, these liberal groups tried to block it.
Kern County Public Health & KCSO operation addresses unpermitted Bakersfield food vendors
Kern County Public Health and the Kern County Sheriff's Office issued 13 cease-and-desist orders, 13 citations, and food confiscations during a Bakersfield oper
LIVE! Watch Noche UFC 4 Post-Fight Presser Here
Now that the action is in the books from Noche UFC 4 earlier tonight (Sat., Sept. 12, 2026) LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, fight fans can check out the post-fight presser for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. On a night that featured a main event clash […]
Firefighters blame city officials for hiding 9/11-related documents
They’re furious it’s taken five mayors to release 170,000 pages.
Las Vegas CFP host committee seeks small businesses for 2027 title game vendors
Southern Nevada small businesses are being invited to sign up for potential vendor opportunities tied to the 2027 College Football Playoff National Championship
Are Irving, LaVine, Holiday realistic for Heat? And surprising Richards info
The Heat’s challenges in landing one more impactful player. And some notable data on new backup center Nick Richards.
Tick-Borne Disease Center Hosts NY State Health Commissioner
New York State Health Commissioner James McDonald, MD toured Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center and Clinic Sept. 1.
Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz Tackle Politics at 'Bunker' Presser
Bardem's wife, Penelope Cruz, admitted she worries about the role of women today as the couple joined director Florian Zeller and co-stars Stephen Graham, Paul Dano and Paul Schwarzenegger ahead of the Venice premiere of 'Bunker.'
Some employers let workers buy their own health insurance. Who benefits?
Some Indiana businesses reimburse employees to buy their own health insurance. Lawmakers want more to follow suit.
Gov. Greg Abbott doubles down on rare fight for Medicaid
Abbott’s spokesman reiterated that Texas is not doing anything wrong that would disqualify hospitals from receiving nearly $10 billion in Medicaid funding annually.
Newsom promises new legal fight after Trump gets Supreme Court victory on mail-in voting
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state will sue again after the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling allowed Trump's mail-in voting restrictions.
Michigan must reject antisemitism in political discourse
The atmosphere for Jews in our state feels toxic. We feel under attack, scapegoated, misunderstood and deeply uncertain about the future
Watch Jaylen Brown's introductory Sixers press conference
Jaylen Brown is meeting with the media for the first time since being traded to the Sixers. Watch the live stream here Thursday at 2 p.m. ET.
Heat, Giannis to open preseason in Quebec City. A look at the full preseason schedule
The Heat will open its preseason schedule in Quebec City.
The Bear’s Den, July 28, 2026
The Chicago Bears players should all be in camp by the end of today, watch for presser news from Ben & Ryan later
Jewish leaders directly criticize mayor for Israel rhetoric
Morales is accused of stabbing an Asian man and a Jewish man wearing a kippa.
Sex abuse victim family says they’re “tired of being used” for politics amid Talarico attacks
Talarico has been attacking Paxton on the campaign trail over his office’s handling of a case where a Waco man was charged with sexually abusing a young boy.
Chansky's Notebook: The Cost of Business
UNC has released its salary structure for the 2026-27 men's basketball season, and by comparison, it has to be a game of wait and see.
Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit against federal government, private groups
Khalil alleges the groups were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel.
AI data center boom meets rural reality in Edgecombe County
This low-wealth county is facing economic promises and residents’ concerns over fossil‑fuel power, water use and rising utility bills.
Pharr announces schedule, entertainment for upcoming Avocado Festival
PHARR — The city announced plans for its upcoming Avocado Festival, including a new forum to commemorate the commencement of the produce season.
Many Philadelphia businesses are not complying with plastic bag law: Survey
The organization also found that more than 20% of surveyed businesses were still providing plastic bags, despite the citywide ban.
Phil Scott issues executive order that would allow age-based health insurance premiums
The order directs the Department of Financial Regulation to explore alternative insurance options for small businesses, beyond the Affordable Care Act.
NC Senate leader Berger, Speaker Hall now in final talks about overdue state budget
The finish line is in sight on North Carolina’s overdue state budget. Senate leader Berger and Speaker Hall are in final negotiations.
'Trump should renege': Iran deal faces backlash from conservative allies
Trump's Iran peace framework faces fierce criticism from allies like Pence, Haley, and Greene, who call the 14-point agreement an American surrender.
Slow ICE reporting on infectious illnesses threatens El Paso outbreak response, health authority says
El Paso’s top public health official warned that delays in ICE reporting of infectious illnesses at detention facilities are hampering outbreak response efforts and endanger the broader community.
LIVE! Watch UFC Vegas 118 Post-Fight Presser Here
Now that the action is in the books from UFC Vegas 118 earlier tonight (Sat., June 6, 2026) LIVE on Paramount+ from inside UFC’s Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, fight fans can check out the post-fight presser for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. On a night that featured a main event […]
Republicans defy Johnson to advance Democrat-backed Ukraine aid
House Democrats scored a rare win as lawmakers voted to advance a bipartisan Ukraine aid package with new military assistance and Russia sanctions.
‘Hellacious’ car noise is affecting Charlotte businesses. How will officials act?
Local businesses and residents say noisy cars have been a big issue in Charlotte.
NC lawmakers return from break with budget pending. Catch up on what they’re doing
The NC legislature is about to return from a break. Here’s what you need to know about their activity so far.
Northern Mich. woman becomes state's first to receive combined intestinal, kidney transplant
In January, Bri Dery became first person in state to receive a combined intestinal and kidney transplant. She lived with a gastrointestinal illness for years.
Corker calls for business leaders to rally around new vision for Chattanooga economy
In comments to manufacturing leaders this week, former Chattanooga mayor and Republican U.S. senator Bob Corker highlighted his behind-the-scenes work to shape the city's economy and pointed to a technology-driven future he believes area executives should rally behind.
Lawsuit filed after family says man was shot and killed by LAPD during 2024 mental health crisis
The family of a man shot and killed by LAPD in 2024 has filed a federal lawsuit, alleging police could have used less-than-lethal options to de-escalate the situation.
Theetge firing is one big public relations stunt
Opinion: Firing Theetge is not about performance but about a mayor and city manager trying to buy their way out of a political disaster they created.
Mayor Bass Directs Permitting Reforms to Streamline Housing and Business Development Across Los Angeles
*This news release was originally published and distributed by the Office of Mayor Karen Bass. LOS ANGELES (April 27, 2026) – Today, Mayor Karen Bass announced a sweeping set of changes designed to make it faster and easier to build housing and open businesses in Los Angeles. The reforms will reduce delays in City approval […]
Michigan Senate bill would require insurance to cover IVF and IUI fertility treatments
Social media erupts after Mamdani's far-left supporters turn on him over homeless shelter: 'Oops'
East Village voters who backed Mayor Zohran Mamdani by a 40-point margin are now suing to stop a homeless shelter plan, drawing conservative criticism online.
Big Business Fears Mamdani. Its Workers Gave Him Big Bucks.
Nearly 2,000 employees at member firms of the big business Partnership for New York City donated to Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign — while CEOs spent millions opposing him.
There's a new Republican congressman running in Butler County
Rep. Mike Turner is running for reelection in Ohio's 10th Congressional District, which will soon include parts of Butler County.
Doormen, building owners reach tentative deal to avoid strike
About 34,000 32BJ SEIU members were set to be affected by the strike.
AG Keith Ellison seeks public comment on Sutter Health’s acquisition of Allina Health
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is asking for the community to weigh in on a proposed acquisition of Allina Health by Sutter Health.
We're questioning the wrong leaders in Theetge saga
Cincinnati's police chief deserved to end her career with dignity. Instead, taxpayers are paying the bill for an unnecessary, misguided investigation.
Mayor picks first site for city-owned grocery
Mayor Mamdani selected East Harlem to be the first location for his city-run grocery stores, aimed at giving New Yorkers cheaper staples.
Maine GOP says audit shows continued problems in state government
House Minority Leader Billy Bob Faulkingham (R-Winter Harbor) said he and other Republicans have been demanding improvements since last year’s audit showed deficiencies.
NM governor candidate Haaland plans to ‘work toward’ public health care, fight Trump Medicaid cuts
Former Interior Secretary and New Mexico gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland announced plans to tackle the state's health care system.
LIVE! Watch UFC Seattle Post-Fight Presser Here
With UFC Seattle officially in the books after a night (Sat., Mar. 28, 2026) of violent action LIVE on Paramount+ from inside the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington, fight fans can check out the post-fight press conference video above for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. On an evening that featured a main event […]
Mamdani administration identifies first budget cuts
New York City agencies found $1.7 billion in potential savings.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
Federal Reserve policymakers chose to leave interest rates unchanged at their March meeting amid a softening labor market and uncertainty over the economic impact of the Iran war.
Watch HC Bucky McMillan's postgame presser after losing to Oklahoma
Bucky McMillan identified just what went wrong in Texas A&M's SEC tournament opening loss to Oklahoma.
Gov. Moore's 2027 budget proposal supports businesses hurt by Purple Line construction
Governor Wes Moore is expected to highlight how his budget proposal will support small businesses and drive economic development along the Purple Line corridor
Gov. Moore's 2027 budget proposal supports businesses hurt by Purple Line construction
Governor Wes Moore is expected to highlight how his budget proposal will support small businesses and drive economic development along the Purple Line corridor
Advocates, politicians call for no changes to state climate law
It comes as debate is ongoing in Albany over the future of the 2019 law.
Community members rally to save Lankenau Environmental Science High School
Students, teachers and families gathered at Lankenau Environmental Science High School on Wednesday to call for increased state education funding.
Business owners sue comptroller after their removal from state minority business program
Women- and minority-owned businesses were removed from the Historically Underutilized Business Program in December by acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, who argued he was ending a DEI program.
Philadelphia launches real-time air quality monitoring system: "This is public health in action"
Ethan Hawke Says “I’m All For” Fight Against Fascism
‘The Weight’ star at a Berlinale presser discussed the role of film artists in battling against the rise of the far right in Europe and the U.S.
“Wow”: Neil Patrick Harris Hit With Barrage of U.S. Politics Questions at Berlin ‘Sunny Dancer’ Presser: “I’m Interested in Things That Are Apolitical”
Bella Ramsey, Este Haim, and filmmaker George Jacques arrived at the Berlinale presser with Harris on Friday morning, where the group were asked if cinema can help fight fascism.
Berlinale Immediately Gets Heated at Jury Presser as President Wim Wenders Asserts “We Have to Stay Out of Politics”
"We are the counterweight of politics, the opposite of politics, we have to do the work of people — not the work of politicians," said the legendary filmmaker at the first Berlin Film Fest press conference.
LIVE! Watch UFC 325 Post-Fight Presser Here
With UFC 325 officially in the books after an exciting night (Sat., Jan. 31, 2026) of action LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, fight fans can check out the post-fight press conference video above for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. Remember, there’s a new post-fight bonus system in place for 2026. […]
New message from top Democrats: The U.S. Justice Department can't be trusted
Leading Democrats' remarks that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot be trusted hold stunning implications for American democracy, and followed a week of equally stunning actions by the department.
Josh Allen Disrespects Patriots In New Sore Loser Comments
It’s always unlikable when a pro athlete plays the “shoulda, woulda, coulda” game during interviews, and that’s what Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen just did. In a new presser, Allen insinuated that if he’d made one more play against the Denver Broncos in the Divisional round, the Bills would be headed to the Super Bowl […]
Fed holds interest rates steady, pausing rate cuts amid economic uncertainty
Federal Reserve policymakers left interest rates unchanged at its January meeting after cutting rates at its three prior meetings amid uncertainty over the labor market and inflation.
Schools outside the limelight may be the most vulnerable to sports gambling fixers, experts say
One expert said "there just really aren’t any guardrails" to stop gambling interests from cozying up to NCAA programs.
Florida football icon coach Steve Spurrier addresses health rumors in social media post
In a social media post, former Florida football coach Steve Spurrier confirmed he underwent a procedure to treat his arthritis at Duke Medical Center.
Push for ICE reforms could impact government funding effort
The Congressional Progressive Caucus announced it would oppose any proposed funding for immigration enforcement in the DHS spending bill until reforms are enacted.
Markey, Mass. health officials sound the alarm about CDC's new vaccine guidance
Health officials are sounding the alarm after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced an overhaul of the childhood vaccine schedule. The federal government is recommending that kids get fewer shots – a total of 11, down from the previously recommended 18. State leaders are also weighing in on on what parents need to know when it comes…
Business, state lawmaker groups call child care subsidy bill vital to Nebraska workforce
State business and lawmaker groups call a proposed child care subsidy bill vital to stability of Nebraska's workforce.
Nevada governor leads new push to bar transgender athletes from female sports
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo has announced a new push to ban transgender athletes from competing in female sports around the state.
Politics Friday Special: Walz gives deeper explanation about decision to abandon bid for third term
In a major political shakeup, Gov. Tim Walz took himself out of the running for a third term as governor. The next day, a fiery Walz took questions about his final year in office.
Walz expected to address political future on Monday
Amid questions surrounding his political future, Gov. Walz has called a news conference for Monday morning.
Top trending sports stories from around the DMV in 2025
Sports: love it or hate it, it gets people talking.Commanders QB goes down with a nasty injuryThe Washington Commanders' rough season went from bad to worse af
New California law expands Newsom’s mental health court
A new law taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026 expands CARE Court, a mental health program launched by Gov. Gavin Newsom, to include people diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Sabres introduce new general manager to the public
Jarmo Kekäläinen was named as the team’s general manager on Monday and Kevyn Adams was fired.
KC civil rights leaders back Black business owners in $70 million Westport lawsuit
Local civil rights groups are backing Black business owners in a $70M RICO suit alleging Westport CID prevented Black-focused nightlife from opening in Kansas City.