New Mexico Takes DOJ Epstein Records Dispute to Federal Court
New Mexico is asking a federal court to require DOJ to disclose or reconsider access to Epstein-related records needed for its renewed Zorro Ranch investigation.
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Federal FOIA Requests Hit Record 1.7 Million as Backlog Rises 27%
Federal agencies processed a record number of FOIA requests in fiscal 2025, but unresolved requests and appeals grew faster, according to new figures.
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Belchertown receives $80,192 state grant for new municipal enterprise software
Belchertown has received an $80,192 FY2026 Massachusetts Community Compact IT grant to implement integrated software for municipal finances, human resources, records and vendor relationships.
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Pocahontas posts June 25 village board agenda as 2026 municipal cycle continues
The Village of Pocahontas’ official archive lists a June 25, 2026 agenda as the latest listed agenda in its 2026 records, giving residents a current public record of ongoing municipal business.
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San Elizario seeks proposals for website and marketing services by Aug. 11
The City of San Elizario has posted an RFP for website and marketing services, with submissions due Aug. 11, 2026, at 1 p.m. MST.
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TCEQ opens renewal review for Ben Wheeler wastewater discharge permit
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality received a renewal application from Ben Wheeler Water Supply Corporation for a wastewater-discharge permit covering a facility on Van Zandt County Road 4517.
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Grand Prairie Council Meeting Keeps Development Decisions in Focus
Grand Prairie City Council met Aug. 4 at City Hall, giving residents a public setting for city business while specific votes remain unconfirmed.
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Akron council’s midyear budget review keeps city spending in focus
Akron City Council’s July 20 midyear budget review offered a checkpoint on 2026 finances, capital spending and city operations, with more meetings ahead.
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Bridgeport Council Held Its Only Regular August Meeting
Bridgeport City Council met Aug. 3 under the city’s reduced summer schedule. The official agenda and vote records are needed to confirm specific action.
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Elk Grove Police ALPR Network Faces Renewed Scrutiny
An audit-related report is raising questions about Elk Grove’s 87-camera license-plate-reader network, data searches, access and a contract through 2028.
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Pendleton County posts Aug. 4 commission records tied to Franklin
Pendleton County’s official commission page lists an Aug. 4, 2026 agenda and minutes entry, but the available posting does not disclose the meeting’s substantive decisions.
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Farmington posts 2026 council records, but Jan. 19 action remains unidentified
Farmington’s official council page provides access to 2026 meeting records, including a document dated Jan. 19, 2026. The available record extract does not identify the action, cost or effect on the community.
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Massachusetts Senate advances bill to open governor and legislative records
The Massachusetts Senate released S.3200, a proposal that would expand public access to voting, salary, ethics, spending and contract records while creating a process for requesting legislative documents.
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Fountain County considers purchase of former BMV site in Veedersburg
Fountain County commissioners discussed an opportunity to buy the former Bureau of Motor Vehicles property in Veedersburg, but the approved record does not show a completed purchase, final price or confirmed future use.
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New Mexico sues Justice Department over alleged obstruction of Epstein investigation
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the Justice Department blocked or delayed the state’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and related matters.
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Lonoke precinct codes changed as candidates face Aug. 5 filing deadline
Lonoke County replaced named election precincts with three-digit codes as independent municipal candidates face a noon Aug. 5 filing deadline for the Nov. 3 general election.
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DOJ’s FOIA Backlog Rose to 29,308 Requests Despite New Disclosures
DOJ posted selected FOIA records in July, but its FY 2025 backlog rose to 29,308 requests, showing why online disclosure is not the same as faster access.
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Madison Police Body-Camera Request Moves Into 2027 Budget Review
Madison police are seeking $414,784 over three years for a phased body-camera rollout, but the request is not approved and operating costs, records rules and oversight remain unresolved.
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Massachusetts Senate releases proposal to expand access to governor and legislative records
The Massachusetts Senate on July 23 released legislation that would require greater transparency from the governor’s office, Senate and House and expand public access to requested executive and legislative records.
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Cleveland council approves Mateo traffic pilot, ATTAIN grant application
Cleveland approved a 60-day Miovision Mateo traffic pilot, an ATTAIN grant application and a related grant agreement. The vote leaves questions about costs, data handling and implementation.
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Miami-Dade’s takeover of the Naranja Lakes CRA creates a new accountability chain
Miami-Dade County now directly governs the Naranja Lakes CRA, putting county commissioners, county staff and the County Attorney’s Office at the center of decisions involving redevelopment funds, properties, contracts and housing incentives affecting the Naranja area.
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Placentia Library District Records July 29 Closed Session on Unspecified Anticipated Litigation
The Placentia Library District recorded a July 29 closed session involving one anticipated-litigation matter, but public records do not identify the parties, dispute or any reportable action.