Maryland sets Nov. 9 hearing on proposed Caroline solar project
The Maryland Public Service Commission will take public comment on ICFTS MD Solar LLC’s pending 4.63-MW community solar proposal.
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Colorado appeals court hears CAFO permit monitoring challenge
The appeal asks whether Colorado’s CAFO permit must require monitoring for underground discharges from production areas.
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Lamont proposes $12.7M for Connecticut heating aid
The proposed state funding would supplement CEAP and let eligible households using delivered fuels receive benefits concurrently.
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Illinois wagering-tax share rose 19.2% to $2.662 billion
Illinois’ state-designated share of wagering-tax revenue reached $2.662 billion in fiscal 2026, up $428 million from the prior year. A separate preliminary court ruling granted relief in part to plaintiffs challenging state controls on certain sports-event contracts.
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SBA opens flood-loan applications for 3 Connecticut counties
Eligible homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofits in three Connecticut counties and five New York counties can apply for SBA disaster loans, with separate deadlines for physical damage and economic injury.
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VDL plans Oakwood expansion with about 120 projected jobs
VDL Groep plans an estimated $77 million expansion at its Oakwood facility, including a building purchase, added milling capacity and an expanded cleanroom.
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Two Hawaii committees report $286,760 in election spending
Seven electioneering-communication statements report a combined $286,760.40 in expenditures ahead of Hawaii’s November 3 general election.
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Wisconsin suit challenges cuts to unemployment-system grants
Wisconsin and 13 other states are seeking damages over terminated unemployment-system grants. The state says it has scaled back some projects while continuing other upgrades.
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Ohio’s 2026 soccer finals return to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field
All 10 OHSAA boys’ and girls’ soccer finals are scheduled for Columbus Nov. 13–16, 2026, after three seasons at Historic Crew Stadium.
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William Paterson plans college-access center at Paterson youth site
William Paterson outlined plans for a university-staffed program offering college, financial-aid, adult-learning and career support at NJCDC’s future Great Falls Recreation Center.
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West Virginia DMV offices closed Oct. 12 for Columbus Day
All West Virginia DMV offices were closed Oct. 12, 2026, with a reopening scheduled for Oct. 13.
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D.C. approves up to $300 million for Stadium-Armory upgrades
The D.C. Council approved up to $300 million for Stadium-Armory Metro station improvements and $5 million for initial Gold Line planning.
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Hobbs, Arizona Tribal leaders seek withdrawal of Section 106 proposal
Gov. Katie Hobbs and Arizona Tribal leaders asked the preservation council to withdraw a pending federal proposal and consult with states and Tribal Nations.
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Iowa sets separate 2027 Summit pipeline hearings
Iowa regulators denied Summit Carbon Solutions’ request to combine two proposed pipeline segment cases, setting separate 2027 hearings in Des Moines.
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IU research spending tops $1 billion for second straight year
Indiana University reported more than $1 billion in FY2026 research and development expenditures. Federal awards, NIH funding and nonprofit-funded research expenditures also increased.
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Hochul leads Blakeman by 11 points in New York poll
A Marist survey found Kathy Hochul ahead of Bruce Blakeman 53% to 42% among registered voters, with regional differences in both the governor’s race and congressional preferences.
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Papahānaumokuākea cleanup reports 47,000-pound final haul
The project reported that its third and final 2026 mission removed 47,000 pounds of debris and crews freed five entangled green sea turtles.
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Georgia rises to No. 1 in AP poll after Alabama win
Georgia received 66 of 70 first-place votes after beating Alabama 20–17 in Tuscaloosa.
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Albuquerque firm selected to plan State Fairgrounds Phase 1
Hartman + Majewski Design Group will prepare detailed Phase 1 plans for the State Fairgrounds redevelopment.
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Ohio Supreme Court keeps Stidham and Manning on November ballot
The court denied challenges to two Republican candidates’ ballot placements, but only one ruling resolved the underlying legal question.
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Idaho revenue beats first-quarter forecast by $90.3 million
Idaho General Fund revenue exceeded its fiscal 2027 first-quarter forecast by $90.3 million, though results varied across tax sources.
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Illinois pilot pairs private farm loans with IFA participation
A statewide pilot will have the Illinois Finance Authority participate in portions of private loans for farm facilities and equipment. The anticipated 2% rate is for IFA’s participation, not necessarily the borrower’s full loan.