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NC lawmakers eye concerns over child care availability, health care costs
State legislative committees meeting Tuesday are set to debate issues ranging from the availability of child care and maternal care in North Carolina, to costs associated with autism therapies and more.
Opinion: Colorado health care system should include food as medicine
Building a sustainable approach to chronic disease requires collaboration among health providers, nonprofits, policymakers, community partners.
Legislature wants higher tax on wealthy, big business, according to proposals
In a new memo obtained by NY1, City Hall is pitching individual lawmakers to back billions of dollars in new taxes on millionaires and big corporations.
California lawmakers, advocates decry cuts to undocumented immigrant health care
Newsom’s budget imposes work requirements on Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrants.
Trump Threatens to Crowd Out Republicans’ Midterm Message
As the G.O.P. gathered in Miami for a party retreat where lawmakers hoped to focus on the economy, the president was threatening to block his own party’s legislative agenda.
What are LABI’s priorities for the 2026 legislative session?
With Louisiana lawmakers set to convene Monday to kick off the state’s 2026 regular legislative session, the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry is entering the Capitol with a familia… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Big Walk Preview: An Even Sillier Game from the Makers of Untitled Goose Game
After a very memorable first hour of playing Big Walk, the upcoming online co-op game from the makers of Untitled Goose Game, I’m absolutely sold on this as the next friendslop for my crew and I to jump in on. If it managed to be this enjoyable when all the puzzles were super simple, I can only imagine how ridiculous and memorable it’ll be when they introduce more complicated scenarios.
Are prediction markets just sports betting by another name? How legal battles are taking shape
Prediction markets present a new asset class that is moving faster than regulation. How are sportsbooks, and lawmakers, responding?
‘We cannot politicize this health crisis’: Lupita Nyong’o urges lawmakers to push fibroid awareness
In honor of International Women's' Day, Oscar-winning actress and activist Lupita Nyong'o, and Senator Angela Alsobrooks join The Weekend to discuss how they are advocating for millions of women with uterine fibroids. Nyong'o also shares who she is rooting for ahead of the Oscars.
Politics: Iowa’s federal lawmakers back Iran war
As the Iran war enters its second week, members of Iowa’s federal delegation continue to back President Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury, even as they mourned two Iowans killed in
As WA grocery stores shutter, lawmakers struggle to respond
Four of five bills in the Legislature meant to prevent grocery closures stalled out under industry pressure, in a short session dominated by a wealth tax debate.
Medina Library provides space for crafters, small businesses
Whether it’s meeting the needs of a small business or organization or helping a crafter tap into their creative side, the folks at the Medina County District Library want patrons to be aware that the Makerspace and Digital Lab, which are part of the Virginia Wheeler Martin Family History and Learning Center at Medina Library, are a valuable community resource.
Trump’s demands for ending Iran war shift as US military works through its target list
As the US military operation against Iran shifts into a new phase, how the war ends remains the top question for many officials, lawmakers and US allies.
House lawmakers overwhelmingly reject proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia
If you want to put your money down on your favorite sports team, you’re going to have to break state law. Sports betting is illegal in Georgia, and it’s likely to stay that way after a bill to legalize the practice went down in flames Friday in the state House, falling short ahead of a […]
Donald Trump warns college sports crisis could ‘destroy’ US universities
Donald Trump says he may issue a sweeping order on NIL payments as lawmakers and sports leaders debate anti-trust protections and new revenue models
Popular prediction markets take heat from lawmakers
Kalshi and Polymarket are surging in popularity, but some lawmakers in Washington want to put regulations on prediction markets
Firefox taps Anthropic AI bug hunter, but rancid RAM still flipping bits
: Now if only device makers would deliver higher quality components
KFF Health News: Rural Health Transformation Fund Allocation
KFF Health published a story March 4 detailing concerns from hospital leaders and lawmakers across the country about how states plan to spend new federal rural health funding.
Changes to SW&B, Orleans Parish courts and more could be coming in 2026 lege session
Here are the New Orleans bills state lawmakers have filed so far for the 2026 Louisiana legislative session.
Oregon lawmakers approve controversial changes to campaign finance law; advocates pledge to bring issue to ba
Lawmakers have promised to further refine the law next year, after key provisions go into effect.
Federal Health Officials Attack Rare-Disease Drug, Say Company Lied
The FDA is already under fire from lawmakers for recent delays and rejections of new drugs for rare diseases.
Kristi Noem's departure from DHS spurs reactions from politicians
Politicians including Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Lindsey Graham celebrated Kristi Noem's ouster as Homeland Security secretary.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon education report card - grading the 2026 session
What did state lawmakers accomplish in the short session on the education front?
Trump weighs replacing Noem as frustrations build among White House officials, GOP lawmakers
President Donald Trump is privately weighing replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem amid mounting frustrations both in the administration and on Capitol Hill over her management of the department, according to multiple sources who spoke with CNN.
MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way
Apple's new MacBook Neo could help the company grow notebook shipments by nearly 8% this year, even as the broader laptop market faces a hefty downturn, according to a new report from TrendForce. The research firm estimates global notebook shipments will fall 9.2% year-over-year in 2026, with the potential for steeper declines if demand stays weak. Rising memory and CPU costs are said to have pushed most PC makers to pare back their product lines and play it safe with inventory.
Memphis People in Business for March 5, 2026
A look at promotions, hirings, movers and newsmakers in the Memphis area business scene
CT small businesses hope their latest R&D tax credit push pays off
Lawmakers are again considering expanding the state’s R&D tax credit to small businesses. Advocates are hopeful it will pass this session.
Republicans hand Trump the wheel on Iran — but one red line emerges
GOP lawmakers signal support for ongoing missile strikes in Iran while drawing a firm red line at ground troops, insisting on Congress' constitutional authority over war.
California lawmakers briefed on U.S. military action in Iran
With the war in the Persian Gulf intensifying, members of the Trump administration headed to Capitol Hill
The stories behind this year’s Business Awards and Hall of Fame changemakers
The Business Awards & Hall of Fame recognize more than success. They honor the changemakers—people who saw a need, challenged the status quo and built something lasting, often quietly and patiently. In doing so, they helped reshape the economic and civic fabric of the Capital Region and beyond. This year’s honorees reflect that idea in […]
Oregon lawmakers advance bill to revise campaign finance law despite significant confusion about what it woul
“This is a very painful choice to make," one Democratic lawmaker said ahead of a key vote Tuesday.
US air defenses may not be able to intercept many of Iran’s one-way drones
Trump administration officials told lawmakers during a closed-door briefing on Capitol Hill Tuesday that Iran’s Shahed attack drones represent a major challenge and US air defenses will not be able to intercept them all, according to a source in the briefing.
Lawmakers, Health Groups Resist Their States’ Rural Health Fund Plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and state health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration’s $50 billion federal rural health fund. Federal administrators already approved states’ plans, but in many cases, state lawmakers must greenlight spending.
DraftKings Is Using Its Sports-Betting Playbook to Win Prediction Markets Race
As federal policymakers grapple with how to regulate predictions markets, DraftKings is going all-in on its predictions product and aims to overtake industry leader Kalshi.
Community colleges tout success of state-sponsored business partnerships
Representatives from Iowa's community colleges gathered at the Iowa capitol Tuesday to showcase successes to lawmakers.
Alan Cumming, Bowen Yang Help Launch Necessary Foundation to Support LGBTQ Filmmakers
"There is, in this moment, enormous political pressure to delete queer people from American media, and that includes young filmmakers who are being shut out of the industry,” said executive director A...
Trump’s Iran war sends Congress scrambling
By sucking up all the DC political oxygen and consuming lawmakers’ time, the war is already threatening to preoccupy Congress ahead of the midterms.
Progressive lawmakers Bernie Sanders, Ro Khanna unveil $4.4T wealth tax targeting billionaires
Progressive lawmakers Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna unveil a 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires' assets exceeding $1 billion to fundamentally reshape America's current tax system.
Sweet Meets Heat: Health-Ade Debuts Strawberry Mango Chili, a New 'Swicy' Flavor
Health-Ade, the makers of bubbly beverages that support a happy and healthy gut, is turning up the heat this season with the launch of Strawberry Mango Chili, the newest kombucha in its lineup. Juicy strawberry meets sun-ripened mango and a dash of chili for a flavor that's both bold and balanced. This bubbly dancer tangoes between sweet and spicy, delivering a refreshing sip with a subtle kick.
Full House and Senate to be briefed on Iran strikes
Rubio, Hegseth and Caine to address lawmakers
Tariffs Confound Small Businesses Again
Chocolate makers and fig-paste importers are facing a tangle of unknowns, including whether to seek refunds for tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court.
Colorado legislature should not reverse lottery modernization
By Bill Clayton Four years ago, the Colorado General Assembly passed bipartisan legislation to modernize the state’s lottery system and strengthen funding for Colorado’s outdoor projects and open spaces. Lawmakers recognized a simple reality: consumer behavior has evolved. Most Coloradans no longer rely on cash for everyday transactions. If the lottery was to remain viable […]
US House committee releases videos of the Clintons’ Epstein testimonies
Bill and Hillary Clinton last week faced hours of questioning from lawmakers about the convicted sex offender
California GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study bill. Rural groups say they need it
As more electric vehicles hit the road, California could collect billions less from gas tax revenue to repair them. But even a bill to study options could be a huge political lift for Democrats.
Democrats to force vote in Congress to limit Trump’s war powers against Iran
Lawmakers are seeking the US president to require congressional approval before further military action against Iran
Turnover in East Texas politics may jeopardize regional sway at the Legislature
Some advocates for the region worry freshmen lawmakers will start deal-making at a deficit, while other voters see a chance for new blood.
Virginia’s new public health leaders take the helm as state agencies weather uncharted waters
Two men with deep experience in health care policy and practice have recently been tapped to oversee Virginia’s public health agencies, as health care remains a top concern for residents and an ongoing challenge for state and federal lawmakers.
Strikes on Iran spur heated debate
Lawmakers like Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) spoke about strikes the U.S. and Israel launched on Iran over the weekend.
Tennessee women who carry on the legacy of changemakers before them
In Aug.1920, Tennessee newspapers declared “the political democracy of America” was “complete.” But Tennessee women are still fighting for change.
Politics: Amana layoffs highlight flaws within Iowa’s fiscal policy
After union officials announced last week that Whirlpool Corp. will be laying off over 300 employees at its Amana, Iowa, manufacturing facility beginning March 9, Iowa’s state and federal lawmakers
Washington state progressives strike big business tax break from ‘millionaire’s tax’
The Washington State House Finance Committee made revisions to a proposed income tax after a group of progressive lawmakers said the previous version gave away too much while not doing enough for working families.
Democrats demand immediate vote to restrain Trump on Iran
Congress is expected to vote on two resolutions that seek to block further military action, the latest test of a long-shot strategy to reassert lawmakers’ war powers.
‘It’s a slap in the face of the United States Congress’: Lawmakers fume as Trump again bombs without their blessing
Top Capitol Hill Democrats, and a small number of Republicans, watched in alarm Saturday as the administration launched a major US assault on Iran, decrying President Donald Trump’s call for the overthrow of another foreign government without their expressed approval.
Pennsylvania politicians react to U.S., Israel strikes in Iran
Pennsylvania lawmakers are weighing in after the U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran. After the first strikes Saturday appeared to hit areas...
Bipartisan efforts to address housing issues move through Congress
Concerns over housing costs are getting the attention of lawmakers, as two separate proposals make their way through Congress.
Why So Many Lawmakers Are Quitting Congress
House retirements are on pace for a midterm record, with members citing a range of political and personal reasons.
Taiwan Arms Sale Approved by Congress Is Delayed as Trump Plans Visit to Beijing
The package worth billions of dollars and endorsed by lawmakers is stalled at the State Department as the U.S. and China plan an April summit.
Bill Clinton speaks after deposition in Epstein inquiry
Former President Bill Clinton released a video statement repeating that he did not have knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and defending his wife, Hillary Clinton, whom he said should not have been called to testify in front of lawmakers.
Democratic lawmakers say they are 'closely' reviewing new White House offer on DHS
As the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down, the White House and Democratic leaders are continuing to exchange proposals to end the impasse.
Capitol Recap: Lawmakers grapple with private equity in Vermont’s health care system
Private equity has established a much more significant footprint in Vermont's health care landscape than was previously widely known. That’s injected new urgency into the regulatory conversation in Montpelier — but also complicated it.
TAB in D.C.: Texas Business Leading Where It Matters
The Texas Association of Business (TAB) returned to Washington, D.C. this week with a clear purpose: ensuring federal policymakers understand what Texas employers need to remain competitive and economically strong. As the Texas State Chamber of Commerce and the premier business organization in the state, TAB represents employers who are actively building, hiring, exporting, and…
U.S. military used laser to take down Border Protection drone, lawmakers say
It was the second time in two weeks that a laser was fired in the area.
Cavaliers look to keep up with East-leading Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers hold the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference, but according to oddsmakers and bettors, they're the current favorite to represent the conference in the NBA Finals.
Hillary Clinton derides her Epstein deposition as GOP ‘political theater’
House Republican lawmakers on Thursday promised to deliver hourly updates on what they said would be lengthy testimony from Hillary Clinton.
Hillary Clinton faces off with House lawmakers in Epstein probe
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is currently facing off with the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door interview as part of the panel’s investigation into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Political storm in Wyoming as far-right activist caught handing checks to lawmakers
Photograph shows conservative activist handing slip to Darin McCann and Marlene Brady holding a similar paper
Lawmakers call on Hochul to close Erie County child care funding gap
The group sent a letter to the governor's office saying Erie County is facing a $23.1 million deficit in the Child Care Assistance Program.
To fight ‘inherent distrust,’ Utah lawmakers say lieutenant governor shouldn’t run elections
Following false claims of election fraud, Utah lawmakers are advancing a proposal to remove election oversight from the lieutenant governor's office.
This Town Meeting Day, Vermont towns consider calling for universal health care
A resolution urges lawmakers to pick up a bill that is unlikely to become law this session. Advocates hope it gets the ball rolling regardless.
SC lawmakers weigh SNAP limits on eligible foods amid health push
South Carolina lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could permanently limit what people can buy with SNAP benefits, setting up a debate over public health goa
Top 10 under-the-radar Fantasy basketball streamers emerging as late-season difference-makers
These overlooked fantasy basketball streamers are turning opportunity into production.
Entertainment Highlights: Film festival aims to offer ‘something for everyone’
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION — For just over two decades, the annual White River Indie Film Festival has served as a gathering place to catch the latest independent projects from Upper Valley filmmakers and those working farther afield. In recent iterations of WRiF, programming has swelled to include not just movies but other art forms and […]
Colorado state lawmakers gather support for Tamale Act designed to help home chefs, local business
Sports betting comes to Minnesota via prediction markets
Some Minnesota lawmakers want to regulate or ban prediction markets.
These are the 2026 CNBC Changemakers: See the full list of women transforming business
CNBC reveals the 2026 Changemakers list, an annual list spotlighting women whose accomplishments have left an indelible mark on the business world.
CNBC Changemakers: How we chose the 2026 list of women business leaders
The 2026 CNBC Changemakers list continues to evolve the definition of what it means to be a transformative woman leader.
Reproductive health providers targeted by Trump ask for additional state funding
In order to protect Maine’s reproductive health care system, which has lost millions in federal funding over the last year, lawmakers are considering legislation to provide additional state support to protect against future changes. The bill, LD 335, sponsored by Rep. Amy Kuhn (D-Falmouth), would provide an annual $5 million allocation. Maine Family Planning and […]
Who will — and won't — be guests at the State of the Union address
Invitees at Tuesday night's address by President Trump include the gold-medalist men's U.S. hockey team, while Democratic lawmakers have invited several Epstein survivors.
Lawmakers react to Trump's State of the Union address
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) and other Republicans praised the president's speech, while Democrats slammed it and defended colleagues who protested.
Michigan House committee hears testimony alleging mold, drugs, lack of health care at women’s prison
Lawmakers heard alarming testimony Tuesday detailing years of alleged neglect, toxic mold, illegal drugs, and inadequate health care at Michigan’s only women’s prison, prompting calls for oversight and policy changes.
Guest List for State of the Union Includes Epstein Victims, Erika Kirk and U.S. Olympic Hockey Players
Democratic lawmakers invited victims of Jeffrey Epstein and of President Trump’s aggressive immigration crackdown.
30 lawmakers skipping Trump address for 'People's State of the Union'
Dozens of lawmakers and activists will attend a 'People's State of the Union' event, livestreamed as a counter to Trump's address.
WATCH LIVE: Democratic lawmakers join 'People's State of the Union' rally during Trump's address
Growing number of Democrats skipping Trump's 2026 State of the Union
Democratic lawmakers are split on attending Donald Trump's State of the Union Tuesday, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries offering options of "silent defiance" or absence.
Tennessee lawmakers widen field for private school players in public school sports bill
A last-minute amendment may have just widened the field.Tennessee lawmakers in the Senate advanced a bill on Monday that would let certain private school studen
Join live: Watch IndyStar politics team breaks down final week of legislative session
Join IndyStar's politics team for some live analysis as Indiana's lawmakers convene for the final week of the 2026 legislative session.
New bill carves out public gift rule exception for first responders and mental health resources
There are restrictions on how and when public officials can receive gifts in Minnesota. But Monday, lawmakers discussed a bipartisan bill that would make sure those restrictions don't apply to mental health resources.
Lawmakers consider hiking fines for insurers who flaunt Georgia’s mental health parity law
Following recent fines for violations of mental health parity, Georgia advocates and lawmakers are pushing for stricter insurance compliance.
Colorado lawmakers consider a bill to boost small businesses through a loan program
State lawmakers are considering a new bill (HB26-1003) aimed at helping more small businesses across Colorado.
Jeanine Pirro's office shelves pursuit of Democrats over social video, sources say
A federal grand jury in D.C. unanimously rejected the attempt to indict six lawmakers who told military and intelligence community members on social media not to obey unlawful orders.
Lawmakers call on Hochul to support repowering NRG plant in Dunkirk
Sen. George Borrello, Congressman Nick Langworthy, and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor are leading the charge.
Robin Vos looks back his tenure as Wisconsin's longest serving speaker
As Wisconsin's longest-serving Assembly speaker prepares to step away, his advice to lawmakers moving forward revolves around common ground.
The Tennessee Legislature gets up in your spiritual business
Rep. Gino Bulso, a Brentwood Republican, is one of several Tennessee lawmakers pushing religion bills in the legislative sesison.
Meet the 20 most successful M&A bankers of 2025
The top US merger banker last year hails from Wells Fargo. Meet him and 19 other dealmakers who who shaped the $4.6 trillion M&A comeback.
Health care reform might be a focus in midterms. For Congress, pursuing it will be an uphill climb
Lawmakers will likely have a lot to say about health care this year. Paradoxically, they probably won't accomplish much on the subject.