Buffalo Chippewa traffic limits are in effect as 21-and-over rule remains a proposal
Weekend vehicle and parking restrictions are in effect on Buffalo’s Chippewa Street, while a proposed 21-and-over access rule remains under review.
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Raleigh Youth Curfew Is Still Only a Draft. What Happens Aug. 18?
Raleigh is drafting a possible youth curfew after July 4 violence, but no permanent rule is in effect before the City Council’s Aug. 18 discussion.
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California sues Turlock over delayed housing plan before August hearings
A state lawsuit puts Turlock’s overdue Housing Element and unfinished rezoning under court scrutiny as the city prepares for August public hearings.
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Detroit tenants sue over 36th District Court certificate rules
Detroit tenants sued the 36th District Court on July 2 over whether landlords must prove rental safety compliance before winning rent or possession judgments.
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Grand Island battery-storage law remains a proposal under review
Grand Island’s proposed battery-storage law remains unresolved after a May hearing, a July 20 public-hearing notice and a referral back to the Planning Board.
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DOJ Says Some Federal Workers May Download TikTok on Official Devices
A July 16, 2026, Justice Department opinion says some federal workers may install TikTok on official devices, but agency rules still control access.
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White House Tightens Defense-Material Waiver Rules
A July 20 executive order will make Defense Department waivers for covered foreign materials harder to obtain beginning January 1, 2027.
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Wisconsin lawsuit tests guidance on replacing returned absentee ballots
Three Wisconsin voters are challenging guidance that blocks most replacement of returned absentee ballots after candidates leave the primary race.
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New Stanislaus courthouse court operations delayed to winter 2026-27
Modesto CA – Construction on the new Stanislaus courthouse is expected to finish in fall 2026, but court operations are not expected to begin until winter 2026-27.
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New York City Charter Panel Advances Five Proposals for November
New York City’s five proposed Charter amendments could change outdoor dining, contracting, street projects, permitting and rainy-day budget rules if certified.
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D.C. Housing Bills Could Speed Some Evictions and Alter TOPA
Two D.C. housing bills remain pending after Mayor Bowser proposed changes to eviction procedures, rental access, affordable-housing aid and TOPA rights.
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What Biloxi parents should know about Mississippi’s new attendance rules
Biloxi families face new Mississippi attendance rules on excused absences, medical notes and partial-day attendance as the 2026-27 school year begins.
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Portland Council set to vote on RICAP 11 zoning-code package
Portland City Council is scheduled to consider RICAP 11 on July 30, a pending zoning-code package involving parking, businesses, shelters and permits.
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Appeals Court Leaves Trump Mail-Voting Order Blocked in 23 States
The First Circuit left key Trump mail-voting and citizenship-list provisions blocked in 23 states and Washington, D.C., as the 2026 election case continues.
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Nevada Law Requires Heat Mitigation in Las Vegas’ Master Plan
Nevada’s new heat-planning law applies to Las Vegas, where officials are weighing shade, water access, cooling spaces and long-term tree goals.
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EEOC Proposes Ending Recurring Race and Sex Workforce Reports
The EEOC voted 2-1 to propose ending recurring demographic reports, but current filing rules remain in effect while the agency takes public comments.
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Education Department Removes Title VI Disparate-Impact Rules
A July 23 federal rule removes Title VI disparate-impact provisions for federally funded education programs while keeping protections against intentional discrimination.
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Orange County school-zone speed cameras are coming: What Orlando-area drivers should know
Orlando-area drivers will face two separate school-camera programs, with Orlando warnings starting August 11, 2026, and Orange County cameras planned for January 2027.
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Lenoir City faces Jan. 1 deadline to replace police database access
Lenoir City faces a Jan. 1, 2027, deadline to replace police NCIC support as officials dispute county funding requests and weigh a possible TBI arrangement.
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Glendale apartment cooling dispute remains under AG investigation
The Arizona AG says Spectra West Apartments claimed repairs and temporary chillers were in place, but investigators were still checking compliance.
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FCC Revises Broadband Labels, Raising Questions About Fee Visibility
The FCC revised nationwide broadband-label rules, preserving core disclosures while giving providers more flexibility that could make pass-through fees harder to compare.
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EPA Extends Nationwide Fuel Waiver Through August 8: What Drivers Need to Know
EPA’s nationwide fuel waiver runs through August 8, widening supply flexibility for 9%-15% ethanol gasoline while leaving E15 availability and pump prices uncertain.
