Fierce races to determine control of Congress
Even as states across the country introduce and pass legislation to reshape congressional districts to favor one political party over another, several states that... Read More.
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Everyday Economics: Cooling jobs, a cautious Fed, and a housing recovery that needs confidence
The week ahead is framed by three macro threads that are increasingly pulling against each other: a Federal Reserve that is debating how restrictive... Read More.
Save Our States urges University of Miami Health System to focus on patients, not luxury
(The Center Square) - Florida officials are being urged to investigate how taxpayer-subsidized hospitals spend public funds in a new letter targeting the University... Read More.
Despite vast elderly population, Florida lags other states in stopping Medicaid fraud
(The Center Square)-In Florida, a state with more elderly people than any other, state government officials lag their peers in deterring fraud in a... Read More.
Dozens arrested during ongoing unrest in Minneapolis
Anti-ICE protests continued in Minneapolis over the weekend, resulting in dozens of arrests by local law enforcement.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Iowa wants Illinois’ counties
(The Center Square) - An Iowa state lawmaker has introduced legislation that would establish a committee to study the potential transfer of one or... Read More.
Illinois unemployment rate tops national average; state ends 2025 with fewer jobs
(The Center Square) - Illinois State Rep. Chris Miller argues numbers tell the story as new U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data highlight the... Read More.
Illinois eyes smarter park funding: handicap accessibility gets priority
(The Center Square) - Illinois lawmakers are proposing a change to the way state parks receive funding, one that could give taxpayers more bang... Read More.
Public has its say at Senate hearing on controversial income tax legislation
(The Center Square) - Hundreds of people lined up Friday afternoon outside a public hearing in the Senate Ways & Means Committee at the... Read More.
New congressional Sharia Free America Caucus expands, led by Texas lawmakers
(The Center Square) - A new congressional Sharia Free America Caucus is gaining momentum, led by Texas Republicans.
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