State & Local — Archive
Governors, state legislatures, and local government
IRS Data Shows California Losing Taxpayers as Billionaire Tax Battle Intensifies Ahead of Vote
The proposed 5% wealth tax on net worth exceeding $1 billion has sparked debate between progressive supporters and business leaders including Mark Cuban, who warns the measure could drive investment away from the state.
California Voters to Decide Billionaire Tax as IRS Data Show Wealth Exodus
The proposed 5% wealth tax on residents with net worth exceeding $1 billion would apply retroactively, according to state officials.
California's Billionaire Tax Proposal Draws Fire From Investors as State Faces Continued Wealth Outflow
The proposed 5% wealth tax on residents with net worth exceeding $1 billion has ignited debate over whether the measure could accelerate departures of wealthy taxpayers and investment from the Golden State.
Seattle City Council Approves $300,000 for Trans-Refugee Services
The funding comes from excess money originally allocated for a Northgate housing development project that no longer needed the funds.
Rashida Tlaib Rally Moved After Jewish-Owned Florida Venue Cancels Event, Cites Security Concerns
The Fort Lauderdale venue backed out a day before the scheduled event supporting three progressive Democratic candidates in Florida's primary.
DFW Airport Drops Islamic Washing Station Plan after Abbott Threatens Funding Review
The $120,000 wudu facility was planned for Terminal D but will not proceed after the governor referred both major Texas airports to USDOT for investigation.
Army Temporarily Halts Apache Helicopter Training Missions After Deadly Texas Crash
Two soldiers were killed when their AH-64 Apache went down near Fort Hood on Wednesday; the Army says its safety stand-down will continue until investigators determine what caused the accident.
Meta Youth Safety Trial Begins in California Federal Court
Jury selection started Wednesday as attorneys general from multiple states consolidated their cases alleging the tech giant designed addictive features for minors.
Paramount May Leave California Over Antitrust Enforcement, Lawyer Says
Chief legal officer Makan Delrahim signals at Sacramento summit that media company could relocate amid state regulatory scrutiny.
Blakeman Cuts Into Hochul's New York Governor's Race Lead in New Poll, as Likely Voters Give DSA Negative Judgment
The Siena survey shows Hochul leading 49-39% among likely voters, down from her 20-point advantage when registered voters were polled in June.