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Downtown Salisbury projects are stalled. Business leaders blame the mayor.
Salisbury business leaders say Mayor Randy Taylor has slowed or stalled key downtown projects, including a state-backed affordable housing plan and other redevelopments.
National Youth Science Camp welcomes 2026 class of delegates in Parsons
Free three-week STEAM program draws students from nearly all 50 states and eight Western Hemisphere nations to Camp Horseshoe.
‘Money out of politics’ proposal cleared for Michigan ballot
Michigan voters may decide this fall whether to ban political spending by regulated utilities and large government contractors in state elections
'Money out of politics' proposal cleared for Michigan ballot
Michigan voters may decide this fall whether to ban political spending by regulated utilities and large government contractors in state elections.
‘Money out of politics’ proposal cleared for Michigan ballot
Voters will likely have the chance to decide this fall whether to ban political spending in state elections by Michigan’s regulated utilities and large government contractors.
NJ panel punts vote on health insurance increases for school workers
The state panel that sets healthcare rates for school workers delayed a decision Monday in anticipation of input from the state Treasury.
Fancy Farm picnic set to draw major political attention ahead
Kentucky’s Fancy Farm Picnic returns as a key political platform, featuring U.S. Senate hopefuls and statewide leaders.
Court: Mental health evaluation requested for man accused of Bent Creek runner attack
In court Monday the state requested to conduct its own mental health evaluation of a man who earlier this year was accused of attacking a runner.
Online Graduate Business Degrees
Online graduate management and business degrees at NC State’s Poole College of Management prepare students for career success without relocation.
Sports are returning to Sonoma State in Fall 2027, school officials say
Sports are returning to Sonoma State University in Fall 2027 as part of a campus-wide initiative aimed at "reimagining" the school and its programs, according to the university's president.
Rhode Island Officials Will Refund Marijuana Business License Application Fees As Process Restarts Following Litigation
“We understand there may be questions about where things stand and where we are headed.” By Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Current Seventy-five prospective Rhode Island cannabis retailers will soon receive $7,500 refunds as state regulators prepare to restart the licensing process that was halted under a federal court order. The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission […]
CBS Sports announces Brian Kelly as college football analyst for 2026 season
Kelly, 64, will make his booth debut on the Week 0 game between Jacksonville State and North Dakota State in Fargo, N.D.
WATCH LIVE: Trump expected to tout his economic policies and tariffs in Michigan
President Donald Trump is touting his handling of the economy during a visit to suburban Detroit on Monday, defending sweeping tariffs in a swing state where their effects have hurt many businesses as midterm election season heats up.
McConnell Extends Senate Leave, Will Miss State Picnic
A new statement said the senator was not “medically cleared” to leave a rehabilitation facility and would miss a Kentucky political event.
Ohio County reports six cases as West Virginia cyclosporiasis outbreak hits 226 statewide
Health officials in Ohio County are urging residents to take extra precautions as an outbreak of cyclosporiasis continues to grow across West Virginia.The Wheel
Nevada Secretary of State opens new business licensing office in downtown Las Vegas
Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar hosted a ribbon cutting Monday morning for a new business licensing office in downtown Las Vegas.
Energy Secretary’s Own Lawyers Flatly Contradict His Repeated Denials That Politics Played Any Role in Mass Termination of Projects
Murray, Kaptur respond to DOE’s recent legal filing admitting that politics was the only reason nearly 300 cost-cutting energy projects in blue states were terminated during the shutdown last October Washington, D.C. — Today, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and […]
Maryland candidates should hear from small businesses
Opinion: Maryland candidates should speak to small business owners to learn what they can do to improve the state’s business climate, writes Mike O’Halloran.
Texas ranks as 4th worst state for healthcare in 2026, WalletHub study finds
Texas ranked as the fourth-worst state in the nation for healthcare in a new WalletHub study that compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia on healthcare costs, access and outcomes.
Mitch McConnell ‘Not Yet Medically Cleared’ For Senate Return, New Statement Says
His physician said “his bout with childhood polio continues to be a significant factor in his mobility.”
Michigan passenger rail is finally poised for change
Michigan has more state-owned passenger rail infrastructure than anywhere outside the Northeast — and almost nothing to show for it. That could change soon.
Savannah Guthrie speaks out on 'agony' of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Savannah Guthrie has released an emotional new video statement as authorities in Arizona continue to search for her 84-year-old mother.
When junk science decides guilt in the South
States should adopt the federal standard for expert testimony and make reliability a threshold requirement, not a question left for jurors to sort out after unreliable science has been heard.
Penn State 2026 Breakout Candidates: Defensive Tackle
There was a ton movement at defensive tackle for Penn State over the offseason, and it’s clear with the moves that were made, Matt Campbell wanted to get bigger — much bigger — inside. While this group currently lacks anyone who projects as an all-conference performer, there’s a couple guys I’m keeping my eye on […]
Business Compliance Guidance for the New Vermont Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act (VDPOSA)
Vermont has become the 23rd state to enact a consumer privacy law. Read our alert, which covers the VDPOSA’s key provisions and compliance steps businesses should take now.
Whole Hog Politics: Ready or not, 2028 field is taking shape
Democrats not only can’t decide the order for their 2028 primary calendar, but they also can’t even agree on when the decision should be made. Is it better to have certainty for the states and potential presidential...
What about nuclear options? Those take a long time to ramp up.
Even if the state moved aggressively, getting nukes online wouldn’t happen overnight, experts say.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges gets $3 million for science center
GENEVA — Hobart and William Smith has been awarded a $3 million Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program grant from New York State to support the next phase of the
Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis
“I have learned to accept that every day will look a little different. But I am still very much here,” the singer said in a statement to NBC News.
Millions more Americans may now be eligible for statins. What the new cholesterol guidelines mean
Updated cholesterol guidelines could make more than half of adults ages 30 to 79 in the United States eligible for statins. Here’s what patients should know.
German officials call for tighter extremism laws after Berlin Pride attack
Alternative für Deutschland, topping polls ahead of state elections, accuses government of failing to tackle Islamist radicalism
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in South Dakota’s state primary runoff
South Dakota Republicans will decide in a primary runoff Tuesday whether to nominate Gov. Larry Rhoden for a full term or to instead tap businessman Toby Doeden to represent the party on the ballot in November.
The State of Politics: What Explains Evers Endorsement of David Crowley for Governor?
He had expressly avoided endorsing anyone for governor, including 3 Democrats who worked for him.
UNC football program general manager Lombardi on paid leave
A message from the school Monday did not state why and said his leave is not a reflection on student athletes.
A Colorado history lesson for Victor Marx
Victor Marx, who narrowly won the Republican nomination for governor by one half 1% after boasting of a massive 44-point lead, is just as misguided on Colorado political history. During the primary, Marx made a clumsy attempt to denigrate his opponent, state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, as a “great candidate for the 1990s” whom he would […]
Iowa to use $10.5M for rural residency programs to fill doctor gap
Iowa is allocating $10.5 million towards creating rural residency programs as the state faces a physician shortage.
India's HDFC Bank finds employees' conduct in deposit pricing matter was business overreach, not misconduct
India's HDFC Bank said on Monday its board concluded employees involved in the deposit pricing of an Indian state agency had engaged in business overreach, rather than acting for personal gains or with any improper motive.
Business Starts for July 27
In April, 1,513 new businesses filed incorporation paperwork with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, in order to do business in the state.
How Washington state’s sports ballot measure will impact all girls
A ballot initiative to bar transgender girls from girls’ teams would require all girls to ‘verify’ their identity.
Opinion: Expanded rail service can be Michigan’s next economic engine
A Michigan Central-Ann Arbor segment of rail service doesn’t need another study, and it’s too important to wait for federal action. The state should take the lead and fund this work.
Wu-backed state Sen. candidate is Beacon Hill lobbyist, secured millions for nonprofit
A Democratic state Sen. candidate backed by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is a registered lobbyist who has secured tens of millions of taxpayer dollars for the nonprofit organization she works for.
Can a Progressive Win in a Purple State? Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Find Out.
Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary is a critical front in the fight between Democrats’ progressive and moderate flanks and a preview of the 2028 presidential primary.
USA250: The 10 greatest Nevada college athletes ranked
Nevada and UNLV are the two prominent colleges in the state and they lead our list of 10 best college athletes from the Silver State.
USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from Nebraska
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Nebraska:
The Fed confronts an unusually confusing economic moment
The Federal Reserve has remained mum about interest rates as inflation concerns have heightened, leading to confusion about the state of the US economy.
Tracking State Rural Health Transformation Plans
KFF Health News is working to collect and post approved plans, by state, here and this database as more states respond to emails and public records requests for their documents.
USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from New Hampshire ranked
Dartmouth and New Hampshire dominate the college landscape in the Granite State. They also dominate our list of the state's 10 best college athletes.
Money in Ann Arbor politics: Where does it come from, and where does it go?
Pre-election campaign finance statements for candidates of the Aug. 4 Ann Arbor mayoral and City Council primaries were due Friday. The statements report all campaign contributions and expenditures — from five-figure donations, to a $3.99 purchase of water made by mayoral candidate Yousef Rabhi’s campaign. Collectively, candidates for mayor and City Council have raised more […]
Florida State Signs FCS All American CJ Richard Jr
Mike Norvell bolsters a depleted secondary with the ball-hawking Illinois State transfer. The Freshman All-American arrives in Tallahassee ready to anchor a defensive unit desperate for playmakers.
Scientists Found a Genius Way to Remove 'Forever Chemicals' From Soil
It's a really, really big mess we've made.
Former Michigan State basketball star gets head coaching gig
A former Michigan State standout has gotten his latest high school head coaching job.
PSG officially out of Diomande race
They issued a statement to Sky Germany
Every Sacramento State player drafted by the Golden State Warriors
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Sacramento State.
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Recapping the primary with Chuck Coughlin
Independent consultant Chuck Coughlin gives us a brutally honest breakdown of the primary elections and why some of the candidates shouldn’t have run in the first place. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the current state of the Suns.
The current state and future promise of inpatient care inside patients’ homes: 5 things to know
The hospital-at-home model is known to please patients, clinicians and administrators alike. Why is it stuck in a holding pattern rather than flying high?
State to lay off hundreds at troubled southern Illinois mental health facility
Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center to reduce patient population, staff amid operational changes.
Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman says Angie Craig sought his endorsement while he was in ICU
Hoffman and his wife were the victims of a politically motivated assassination attempt last year.
Trump administration admits grants for clean energy were canceled based on politics
The Trump administration has again acknowledged in court documents that it terminated $7.6 billion in grants for hundreds of clean energy projects 'based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient’s state.'
Big Country Politics: Can Democratic Representative Jon Rosenthal flip the Texas Railroad Commission?
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Democratic State Representative Jon Rosenthal (HD-135) is seeking to become Texas’ next Railroad Commissioner, saying it’s time for someone with firstha…
After OWI arrest, Tony Romo withdraws from Texas State Open
Tony Romo has yet to say anything publicly since Thursday's arrest in Milwaukee for suspicion of operating while intoxicated.
Delaware’s $2 billion corporate franchise is good business for all Delawareans
Civics 101 Special Series: The Corporate Capital In so many ways, there’s no better place to be than Delaware. That’s certainly true for about 2.2 million businesses who continue to call our state home, even as other states work to claim Delaware’s title as the nation’s corporate capital. After decades of dominance as the preferred […]
Kansas State Hoping Jaden Schutt's Experience Leads To More Wins
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jaden Schutt is finishing his career in Manhattan after stops at Virginia Tech and Duke
VT’s big names in politics; Examining the past 250 years in state governance
VERMONT — While the United States celebrates its 250th year as a nation, Vermont technically has one more year to wait.
SCC, Appalachian Ink Health Science Agreement
By Kaylie Simmons Southeastern Community College Southeastern Community College students pursuing careers in healthcare now have a new pathway to earn a bachelor’s degree through a transfer agreement with Appalachian State University. A memorandum of understanding between Appalachian State and participating North Carolina community colleges creates a streamlined transfer option for eligible SCC graduates to continue their education…
The false dichotomy between capitalism and socialism in US politics
Opinion: The political debate in the United States over capitalism and socialism is centered on an over-simplified and false dichotomy, writes Dave Anderson.
MLS eyes $400 million TV deal amid crowded soccer landscape
Major League Soccer is hoping to capitalize on growing interest in soccer in the United States while nearly tripling the value of its next media rights deal. According to ESPN’s Ben Strauss, MLS is targeting annual rights fees between $400 million and $500 million when its exclusive agreement with Apple expires after the 2029 season.…
Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ an epic emotional outburst of present politics, pains
Rather than a dry historical retelling, Christopher Nolan's mammoth take on "The Odyssey" is an emotional, messy, and angry statement of modern politics and posturing.
When spit hoods are used on children, troubling patterns emerge
Adults are using spit hoods to restrain, coerce and punish kids — a troubling pattern of use inside ERs, ambulances and detention centers spanning several states.
Fertitta Entertainment counsel doubts Texas will legalize gaming, expects SCOTUS to favor state regulation
The general counsel and executive vice president of Houston-based Fertitta Entertainment cast doubt on Texas getting legalized gaming anytime soon and told Neva
The Problem With Shutting Down ICE in Blue States
Trump officials are happy to ship immigrants elsewhere.
Colorado Politics Calendar July 27-Aug. 2
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Timeline: Key dates from Hawaii’s political bribery case
In a 30-page indictment handed down Friday by an Oahu grand jury, the state Department of the Attorney General alleged a wide-ranging conspiracy involving Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and four others: Tobi Solidum, Ryan Yamane, Ford Fuchigami and Leo Asuncion Jr.
Arkansas’ smoking ban just turned 20. Can the state find common ground on public health again?
COMMENTARY: Last week marked the 20th anniversary of Arkansas' indoor smoking ban taking effect. The law is a testament to bipartisanship and the work of Arkansas public health leaders. It’s also a model for how Arkansas policymakers can address the state’s public health concerns today.
AI-Generated Mental Health Advice Misjudged Due To Differences In Stateless Versus Contextual Evaluations
Evaluations of AI dispensing mental health advice are often done in a manner that is radically different from real world usage. I showcase this. An AI Insider scoop.
Coming Home: Save the Business Block - Palisadian-Post
In the center of town, the arches stand. They are a Rorschach test. I do not see an eyesore, not in a town where so many properties are on the long journey to becoming something beautiful, even if their current state is “waiting and fenced.” We are in the planning stages, the imagining stages. When… Keep reading
Is Trump planning to rig the US midterm elections?
President is escalating his attempts to influence the November elections, but ‘comforting reality’ is that election security rests with the states
Tri-state people in business: New hires, promotions, recognitions
MedOne Pharmacy Solutions, of Dubuque, announced the following new hires:
Florida State to Rely on Revamped Ground Game in 2026
With star production departing, the Seminoles turn to SEC transfer Quintrevion Wisner and returning speedsters to ignite a revamped ground game behind an experienced offensive line.
Can Football Go Global Without Losing Its Soul?
As Sunderland head Stateside, Paul Lee looks at the growing American influence in football — has it gone too far?
Draymond Green Gives Negative Update On Warriors Contract
Most NBA fans and pundits expected Draymond Green to sign a new deal shortly after LeBron James made his decision. However, the Golden State Warriors have yet to reach out to Green about a new contract over 24 hours after LeBron signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. Everyone assumed Green was waiting for this decision and […] The post Draymond Green Gives Negative Update On Warriors Contract appeared first on HEAVY.
Former entertainment lawyer and Beam Artistes founder Samuel Seow dies at 53
Former entertainment lawyer Samuel Seow died on July 25 at the age of 53, according to a statement from a family friend seen by The Straits Times.
Google Maps "2026 Update" Now Rolling Out, Also Available on Android Auto and CarPlay
Immersive navigation started showing up for more users, though the availability is limited to some region, most of them in the United States
Left-wing Democrats are riding high - but can they lure back swing voters?
They have seen a flurry of recent wins, but Michigan will test their ability to win back working-class voters in crucial states.
Michigan State Loses Top Incoming Freshman Before Season Even Starts
First-round pick Nikita Vasykov departs East Lansing early after signing with the Anaheim Ducks, trading his Spartan debut for a professional contract and immediate minor league development.
Hidden genetic diversity helped inbred brown tree snakes conquer guam
A notorious snake invasion that devastated Guam’s native birds may have succeeded because the reptiles carried hidden genetic advantages. Using advanced long-read DNA sequencing, researchers uncovered more than 19,000 large genetic differences in brown tree snakes, many concentrated in genes tied to immunity and smell. This overlooked diversity may have helped a population founded by only a few snakes survive inbreeding, adapt to a new environment, and multiply to extraordinary densities.
State senator, law enforcement host brunch to tackle minority mental health, teen and domestic violence
On Saturday, Missouri Sen. Barbara Ann Washington and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated brought community members together to discuss ways to address mental health challenges in Kansas City.
One Reason Why Warriors Fell Short in LeBron James Sweepstakes
What went wrong for the Golden State Warriors?
Ranking 2026 freshmen by Day 1 impact on college football
These true freshmen from Ohio State, Miami, Texas and elsewhere won't have any problems making immediate impacts in the 2026 college football season.
US measles cases reach 35-year high, for second record-breaking year in a row
Measles has continued its historic resurgence in the United States this year, with a second record-breaking year in a row.
Trump administration admits it canceled clean-energy grants in states that voted for Kamala Harris
Democratic lawmakers accused the Trump administration of abusing its power after officials admitted in a federal court filing they recommended terminating several billion dollars in grants for clean-energy projects based “solely” on states’ “political identity” and whether President Donald Trump won the vote there in the 2024 election.
Florida State Grabs 315lbs Run Stopper From Transfer Portal
Mike Norvell bolsters the Seminoles' defensive front with a massive veteran presence, landing the former Texas State standout to fortify the interior ahead of a demanding ACC schedule.
Gov. Jeff Landry, former Mayor Mitch Landrieu spar on social media amid feud between city, state
The two leaders spent Friday trading barbs over New Orleans' place in the state economy and the former mayor's record.
Troy Jackson Picked to Replace Platner as Democratic Nominee in Maine Senate Race
Mr. Jackson, a progressive former State Senate president, clinched the nomination at a hastily arranged state party convention.
Trump administration admits it canceled $7.6 billion in clean energy projects ‘based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient’s state’
In this case, that includes 16 states that voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.
Business Briefcase: Chamber boosts efforts with PSU Schuylkill
POTTSVILLE — The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce has announced an “exclusive chamber benefit discount on cultural intelligence and grant writing courses.” The offer is via a “Developing a Cultural Intelligence” initiative with Penn State Sch…
PILOT applications not necessarily reserved for primary sector businesses
Grand Forks city and county attorneys say state Century Code doesn't limit who can apply for PILOTs, while the state tax commissioner's office says PILOT applications are a local decision.
Dean Conway's Return to the Faculty: Politics at Work?
Austen Parrish offered a wonderful post on Dean Danielle Conway’s legacy as dean at Penn State Dickinson Law. A true visionary and dear friend to many, Dean Conway is returning to faculty as a Distinguished Professor of Law after a tremendously impactful seven years as dean at Penn State Dickinson Law. She is the current President of […]
Bethesda Officially Confirms Brand-New Detail About The Elder Scrolls 6
In a recent statement, Bethesda's Todd Howard confirms a new feature fans can look forward to in The Elder Scrolls 6.
Trump administration admits to canceling clean energy grants based on politics
The Trump administration acknowledged that it canceled grants for hundreds of clean energy projects “based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient’s state."
At least 35 killed in bus collision on Syria's Deir al-Zor-Damascus road, health ministry says
Thirty-five people were killed and 30 injured in a collision between two passenger buses on the Deir al-Zor-Damascus road, a health ministry official told state news agency SANA on Saturday.