South Carolina Agreement Speeds Overseas Ballots for August Primary
A Justice Department agreement gives eligible military and overseas voters more time to receive ballots for South Carolina’s August 11 Senate primary.
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States Sue Over FEMA Grant Conditions Tied to Elections and Immigration
A multistate coalition sued in Rhode Island over FEMA and DHS grant conditions linking emergency funding to election rules, immigration enforcement and agency priorities.
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House passes December funding extension; Senate holds next shutdown decision
The House passed H.R. 9770, a proposed extension through December 4, but the Senate has not advanced it before the September 30 funding deadline.
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Pittsburgh Bridge Slide Could Reopen Parkway East Before Aug. 3
PennDOT says Pittsburgh’s Parkway East could reopen during the week of July 27, but weather and remaining bridge work could delay the return of I-376 traffic.
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Highland sales-tax measure enters review before November vote
Highland voters can review arguments and an impartial analysis through July 30 before deciding on a proposed 1% local transactions-and-use tax in November.
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Bushnell Gas Prices: Regular at $3.899, Diesel Tops $5.46
Bushnell station listings show regular gas at $3.899 and diesel from $5.469 to $5.680, while AAA’s July 27 Florida averages are lower.
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Minot’s proposed 2027 budget would raise taxes, utility charges
Minot’s proposed nearly $218 million 2027 budget would raise property taxes and utility charges while leaving some positions and projects unfunded.
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France wildfires force more than 250,000 to flee as response expands
More than 250,000 people have fled wildfires in southwestern France as evacuations, tourism restrictions, European aid and new aircraft expand the response.
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U.S.-Iran Pause Leaves Strait of Hormuz Shipping Risks Unresolved
U.S.-Iran attacks have paused, but Strait of Hormuz traffic remains restricted as Qatar and Pakistan seek a fragile interim ceasefire framework.
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New Jersey’s Rent-Setting Software Ban: What Newark Renters Should Know
Newark renters: New Jersey’s FAIR Act targets coordinated algorithmic rent-setting, but it will not immediately change local rents, leases or rent limits.
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Casper Council Reportedly Approves $26M Downtown Hilton Plan
Casper City Council reportedly approved an urban-renewal plan for a proposed downtown Hilton hotel, but financing, permits and construction timing remain unresolved.
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Lonoke County sheriff race narrows after reported Mitchell withdrawal
A July 23 report says Brian Mitchell Sr. withdrew from the Lonoke County sheriff race. State and county records must confirm the final November ballot.
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Fort Wayne Opens Zero-Interest Roof Loan Program Up to $20,000
Fort Wayne homeowners can apply for zero-interest roof loans up to $20,000, but the mortgage-secured assistance must be repaid over 10 years.
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Huntsville approves TIF 9 for $220 million in infrastructure
Huntsville’s TIF 9 will use future property-tax growth for downtown projects, while residents watch debt terms, project delivery and school-tax timing.
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Encinitas 2026 Election Filing Open for Mayor, 2 Council Seats
Encinitas candidate filing is open for the Nov. 3, 2026, election. The mayor and District 3 and 4 council seats have a regular Aug. 7 deadline.
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Delaware County Seeks Bids for Repairs to Two Folsom Bridges
Delaware County is seeking bids for repairs to two Folsom bridges over Stony Creek. No contractor, construction schedule or traffic plan is confirmed.
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Wichita’s proposed 2027 budget is balanced now, but deficits are projected
Wichita’s proposed 2027 budget breaks even in its first year, but projected deficits and thinner reserves could shape future service and tax debates.
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Miami-Dade budget holds tax rate flat as proposed transit cuts loom
Miami-Dade’s proposed FY 2026-27 budget keeps the county operating tax rate flat but could eliminate 12 bus routes and use $89 million for current transit needs.
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New Orleans, Jefferson Parish finalize West End redevelopment terms
New Orleans and Jefferson Parish have finalized West End terms, but the future developer, project design, financing and any new tax remain undecided.
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Fremont Council to Decide on Charter Measure for November Ballot
Fremont’s City Council will hold a final hearing July 28 on whether to send a proposed charter-city measure to voters in the November 3 election.
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Fort Worth data center moratorium process moves toward August council action
Fort Worth is revising proposed data center rules and could begin a temporary moratorium process in August, but no moratorium is in effect.
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What the Congo Ebola Infection Means for U.S. Travelers
A U.S. citizen infected with Ebola in Congo has renewed attention on CDC traveler monitoring, the July 13 entry order and U.S. hospital readiness.