Supreme Court limits “clear and convincing” border standard for some LPRs
In Blanche v. Lau (No. 25–429), decided June 23, the Supreme Court vacated a “clear and convincing” border rule for some returning green-card holders.
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Education Dept delays Section 117 foreign disclosures; July 31 deadline
Education delayed a Section 117 foreign-disclosure rollout: July 15 lists 92 foreign entities, and July 31 submissions are due under Federal Student Aid’s timetable.
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Judge dismisses DOJ bid for unredacted New Mexico voter rolls (with prejudice)
A federal judge dismissed DOJ’s bid to get unredacted New Mexico voter-registration records on July 14, 2026, ruling the demand letter was defective.
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Clark County BZA (July 15, 2026): what Borden property owners should track
Borden residents: Clark County’s Board of Zoning Appeals meets July 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Here’s what the BZA does—and how to prepare—in one guide.
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Minneapolis City Council votes July 16 on police drone pilot—privacy concerns
Minneapolis MN: The City Council votes July 16 on a free 75-day Skydio drone pilot for some 911 calls; residents want stronger privacy rules.
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Wilmerding commute alert: I-376 closure July 10–Aug. 3 detours
Wilmerding commuters: PennDOT is closing I-376 (Parkway East) July 10–Aug. 3 (weather permitting) and explosive demolition July 15, 6–9 p.m.
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Fourth Circuit upholds dismissal of South Carolina’s OSHA penalty-rule bid—what it means
June 24, 2026: The Fourth Circuit affirmed dismissal of South Carolina’s APA bid to attack OSHA’s 2016 penalty-alignment rule as time-barred.
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4th Circuit remands prison Ramadan diet case in Roberts v. Engelke
The Fourth Circuit ruled the district court used the wrong qualified-immunity standard for a Ramadan/kosher-diet Free Exercise claim, and sent it back.
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First Circuit rejects Maine religious-school exemption; remand for injunction
On July 2, 2026, the First Circuit ruled that Maine can require religious schools taking tuition aid to follow the MHRA—except it ordered an injunction for Crosspoint.
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Dunkirk District Park restroom renovation: ADA year-round facility ($900,000)
Calvert County will replace Dunkirk District Park’s seasonal restroom with a year-round, ADA-accessible facility; construction is anticipated to start late 2026.
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Anaheim CSB weighs FY 26/27 CDBG nonprofit funding; $25,000 minimum on table
Anaheim’s Community Services Board will review FY 2026-27 CDBG public-service funding updates, including a proposed $25,000 minimum for nonprofits.
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Commerce, GA offices closed July 3 for Independence Day—trash pickup tips
Commerce, GA says offices close Fri., July 3, reopen Mon., July 6. Here’s the Monday trash/recycling schedule residents should plan for.
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Columbus City Council July 22 hearing on data centers, lead service lines: how to comment
Columbus residents can email testimony to Councilmember Christopher L. Wyche’s office by noon July 21 for a July 22 hearing on data centers and lead service lines.
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Title IX enforcement roundup: OCR ends ‘Title IX Month’ with investigations and a warning letter
United States Education and Civil Rights Policy – On July 1, 2026, OCR’s end-of-June “Title IX Month” recap cites new probes, actions, and a final warning letter.
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White House launches GOLD EAGLE to speed AI cyber patching—what changes now
On July 14, the White House launched GOLD EAGLE, an AI-focused vulnerability clearinghouse. Here’s what it’s meant to do—and July/August deadlines.
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Scottsburg stormwater/MS4 fee for 2026 tax bills: $7/ERU and business formula
Scottsburg IN residents and businesses will see a new stormwater/MS4 fee on 2026 property tax bills: $7 per month per ERU and an impervious-area formula for non-residential.
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Appling County to Vote on Heart of Georgia Hazard Mitigation Plan (July 21)
Appling GA – The Board of Commissioners lists a July 21 resolution to adopt the Heart of Georgia Hazard Mitigation Plan—key for future FEMA mitigation grants.
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NWS Anchorage Heat Advisories start on or about June 9, 2026: 75°F trigger and 2-day rule
Anchorage residents will see NWS “Heat Advisory” alerts starting on or about June 9, 2026—75°F for two days, zone thresholds, and key warnings.
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Columbus police Flock audit prompts safeguards and Aug. 10 Council hearing
Columbus OH: Mayor Andrew Ginther ordered CPD to stop statewide Flock camera sharing. City Council holds an Aug. 10, 4 p.m. hearing; records show 30-day retention.
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June inflation cooled—but core and shelter still matter for household budgets
June CPI cooled mainly as gasoline prices fell, but core stayed flat and shelter rose—so many household bills may not feel big relief yet.
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U.S. jobs report: What the June 2026 Employment Situation says about hiring, unemployment, and wages—and what to watch next
United States Jobs and Hiring Watch – June’s report shows modest payroll growth (+57,000), unemployment at 4.2%, and a dip in participation.
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Stockton opens its new City Hall on July 7: where to go for services
Stockton CA – New City Hall at 501 W. Weber Ave (Building 1) is now the spot for July 7 City Council and counters, with posted hours.