Nation
Image
Newsom predicts budget deficit six times less than predicted by CA state agency
In his proposed budget, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is predicting a shortfall of $2.9 billion. That's much less than the $18 billion shortfall projected by the Legislative Analyst's Office.
Image
New law restricts homeless people on Las Vegas Strip
Lombardo and legislators agreed on the bill passed during the special session, but critics have expressed concerns about penalties being put on homeless people.
Image
Washington National Opera announces it will leave the Kennedy Center
The move marks the latest rebuke of President Donald Trump's involvement in the performing arts center, which has come back under the spotlight after its board decided to add Trump's name to the center, prompting outcry from critics.
Image
Louisiana lawmakers pass closed primary bill, new congressional districts
"We have started the process of necessary structural change to our election system," Gov. Jeff Landry said. "Great work!"
Image
Georgia elections chief wants money for audit technology, cost unclear
State lawmakers are weighing a nearly $37 million amended fiscal 2024 budget for the secretary of state's office and a more than $38.8 million fiscal 2025 budget.
Image
You Vote: How concerned are you about the housing market?
Vote now in the poll below.
Image
11 states urge Supreme Court to overrule Colorado in Trump ballot case
If the U.S. Supreme Court upholds the state ruling, no votes for Trump would be counted, according to the Colorado Secretary of State.
Image
Youngkin signs executive order establishing artificial intelligence standards
Virginia is home to the largest consolidation of cybersecurity companies and personnel on the East Coast.
Image
Florida legislation could regulate short-term vacation rentals
Report concludes that unlicensed vacation rentals need more transparency amid instances of tax evasion.
Image
Alaska group wants to repeal ranked-choice voting
Alongside Alaska, Maine also uses RCV for certain federal and statewide elections, while Hawaii uses RCV for certain statewide elections.
Image
Illinois pays hefty sum to participate in Rose Parade
Cost of constructing the Enjoy Illinois float, the performances and the entry fee cost taxpayers $560,000.
Image
Illegal immigrant in Montana pleads guilty to fatal 2022 stabbing, now faces 40 years in prison
Sentencing is set for March 18
Image
WEF leaders 'terrified' AI could benefit Trump in 2024: Law Professor Carl Czabo
Szabo said that the WEF stance on artificial intelligence is all about control.