FDA asks infant formula makers to strengthen safeguards after botulism
United States Public Health and Disease Watch – On July 13, FDA asked formula makers for stronger supplier oversight after botulism cases; CDC shares safer prep steps.
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GAO: Fraud-risk and improper-payment gaps persist in VA Community Care, Medicare Advantage
GAO says VA Community Care and Medicare Advantage still lack comprehensive fraud-risk assessments and controls, leaving FY2025 improper-payment estimates exposed.
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DOJ restarts targeted HSR “Second Request” reviews: deal-timeline impact
United States Evening Breaking National Update – DOJ returns to targeted HSR “Second Request” reviews with a model timing agreement to prioritize document production.
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Colorado Springs City Council set to consider new stormwater enforcement rules—and a Marconi Heights zoning map tweak for a water-tank site
Colorado Springs City Council meets July 14 to consider stormwater “PCMs” rules and a Marconi Heights zoning change for a Utilities water-tank site.
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Whitman County primary ballots: Colfax voter deadlines (Aug. 4, 8 p.m.)
Colfax-area voters should get their Aug. 4 primary ballots starting July 17. If none by July 24, contact Whitman County. Return by Aug. 4 at 8 p.m.
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HHS Final Rule Ends Title VI Disparate-Impact Liability; Appendix B Rescinded
United States Evening Courts and Rights Update — HHS OCR finalizes Title VI changes ending disparate-impact liability and rescinds Appendix B, shifting focus to intentional discrimination.
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DOJ S & K Towing settlement highlights SCRA court-order rule for vehicle liens
DOJ settlement dated July 14 resolves SCRA towing-storage lien allegations involving up to 148 vehicles and a $160,000 escrow fund for servicemembers.
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Judges allow Tennessee’s new Memphis map for Aug. 6 primary—what changes next
United States Evening Elections and Democracy Update – Judges denied a pause of Tennessee’s Memphis map for the Aug. 6 primary; the lawsuit continues.
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Raleigh approves Jones Ridge Trail rezoning (Z-44-25) on July 7, 2026—key conditions
Raleigh NC – City Council finalized rezoning case Z-44-25 for the Jones Ridge Trail Assemblage on July 7, 2026, with limits of 190 principal dwelling units.
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Wisconsin Dells posts lead service line inventory plan: what it means for your tap water
Wisconsin Dells WI – The utility posted its required lead service line inventory plan, including how it will notify residents and publish the data.
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Groups Sue FDA Over Enforcement Guidance for Unauthorized Vapes, Nicotine Pouches
Groups sued FDA in U.S. District Court in Maryland on July 14 over May 8 enforcement-priorities guidance for unauthorized vapes and nicotine pouches.
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DOJ Updates Religious Liberty Guidance for Federal Agencies
July 23, 2026: DOJ updated religious-liberty guidance for federal agencies on employment accommodations, grants, contracting, rulemaking, and enforcement.
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DOJ ends case for Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women; consent decree terms end
United States Courts Rights and Legal Accountability – A July 23, 2026 final judgment ended the federal CRIPA consent-decree case over Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women.
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EPA proposes rescinding SDWA PFHxS/PFNA/GenX (HFPO-DA) and Hazard Index
EPA’s SDWA proposal would rescind PFHxS, PFNA, GenX (HFPO-DA) and a Hazard Index rule—plus related MCL/MCLG provisions. Comments closed July 20.
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Supreme Court denial of a stay of removal in Okky Ficrada Jaya’s case
Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan denied Okky Ficrada Jaya’s stay of removal on July 9, 2026 (No. 26A31). What that means for detainees.
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ED-OCR launches Title VI investigations into 5 medical schools: what to expect
United States Education and Civil Rights Policy: On July 22, OCR opened Title VI investigations into five medical schools. Here’s what happens next.
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Boise River Greenbelt safety debate returns after fatal stabbing: what officials say now
After a July 6 fatal stabbing on the Boise River Greenbelt, Boise Police say patrols have increased and residents should report suspicious activity—investigation ongoing.
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Boyle Heights Community Plan Update: City Council approves housing-and-zoning blueprint
City Council’s June 24, 2026 action locks in the Boyle Heights Community Plan update, including zoning direction and lead/arsenic soil testing rules.
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House passes FY2027 defense bill to codify “Department of War”—what changes, what’s next
On July 22, 2026, the House passed H.R. 8800 by 216–212, adding a statutory “Department of War” name restoration. Here’s what changes and what Senate must decide next.
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Trump removes the last EAC commissioners days before 2026 midterms
On July 9, 2026, Trump removed the last confirmed Election Assistance Commission members, leaving the EAC commissioner-free as states prepare for 2026.
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U.S. Supreme Court denies Dennis Sochor’s stay and cert, clearing Florida execution
United States: July 14—U.S. Supreme Court denied Dennis Sochor’s stay request and cert petition, removing the federal stop for Florida’s execution.
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Seattle City Council expands Utility Discount Program for low-income households (2027)
Seattle’s City Council unanimously approved Council Bill 121222, expanding the Utility Discount Program. More households qualify in 2027 with 60%/50% discounts.
