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News · MD

Scott seeks to limit inspector general’s access to records

Elections and voting

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott filed for a protective order covering some records sought by the inspector general.

The Ballot Maryland DeskOct 3, 2026

News · IL

Chicago council approves higher vote threshold for new debt

Elections and voting

The measure would require support from three-fifths of the 50-member City Council before Chicago could approve new borrowing.

The Ballot Illinois Policy DeskOct 3, 2026

News · MN

Minneapolis approves human monitor rule for driverless rides

Elections and voting

The Minneapolis City Council approved an ordinance requiring human oversight of driverless rideshare service in the city.

The Ballot Minnesota DeskOct 3, 2026

News · AZ

Phoenix-based Leslie’s files for Chapter 11

Elections and voting

The pool company is entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closing 76 stores.

The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskOct 3, 2026

News · WI

Milwaukee County votes to remove Flock cameras from parks

Elections and voting

Milwaukee County approved removing Flock cameras from parks, moving the issue from a policy vote to implementation.

The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskOct 3, 2026

News · MN

Jacob Frey vetoes Minneapolis driverless rideshare measure

Elections and voting

The Minneapolis mayor rejected a city ordinance addressing driverless rideshare service.

The Ballot Minnesota News DeskOct 3, 2026

News · MN

Frey says he will veto driverless rideshare ordinance

Elections and voting

The Minneapolis City Council approved an ordinance concerning driverless rideshares, but Mayor Jacob Frey says he will veto it.

The Ballot Minnesota DeskOct 3, 2026

News · MD

Scott seeks protective order in Baltimore records dispute

Elections and voting

Baltimore Mayor Scott is seeking to restrict the inspector general’s access to some records through a protective order.

The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskOct 2, 2026

News · RI

Smiley’s conduct draws notice after loss to Morales

Elections and voting

The Boston Globe has drawn attention to Mayor Brett Smiley’s behavior following a loss to David Morales.

The Ballot Rhode Island News DeskOct 2, 2026

News · OK

Oklahoma City approves roadwork tied to first Buc-ee’s

Elections and voting

The city approved roadwork connected to Oklahoma’s first Buc-ee’s while concerns about outward development remained unresolved.

The Ballot Oklahoma Policy DeskOct 2, 2026

News · DC

Mistrial declared in Trayon White bribery case

Elections and voting

The current trial involving D.C. Councilmember Trayon White ended without a verdict after a mistrial was declared.

The Ballot District of Columbia DeskSep 29, 2026

News · DC

Mistrial declared in Trayon White bribery case

Elections and voting

The mistrial ended the current proceeding without a verdict, leaving the case’s next steps to the court process.

The Ballot District of Columbia Policy DeskSep 29, 2026

News · ME

Portland addiction debate centers on action, not blame

Elections and voting

An opinion piece argues that scrutiny of Portland’s mayor must be paired with concrete policy decisions on addiction.

The Ballot Maine Policy DeskSep 27, 2026

News · TX

Houston City Council passes campaign finance ordinance

Elections and voting

The council approved a municipal campaign finance measure that is not tied to a specific election, race or candidate.

The Ballot Texas DeskSep 27, 2026

News · PA

Philadelphia Council calls for ban on Flock cameras

Elections and voting

City Council approved a resolution demanding that Philadelphia ban Flock cameras, putting the issue before city officials for further action.

The Ballot Pennsylvania Policy DeskSep 26, 2026

News · IL

Chicago data center moratorium ordinance proposed

Elections and voting

A proposed Chicago ordinance would pause certain data center activity, but it has not yet become city law.

The Ballot Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

News · IL

Chicago data center moratorium ordinance proposed

Elections and voting

A proposed Chicago ordinance would establish a moratorium involving data centers, placing the issue before city policymakers.

The Ballot Illinois Policy DeskSep 26, 2026

News · GA

Atlanta mayor calls for new surveillance rules

Elections and voting

Atlanta’s mayor is seeking new city rules for surveillance, opening a policy discussion over how the technology should be governed.

The Ballot Georgia News DeskSep 26, 2026

News · TN

Tennessee lawmakers challenge Nashville oversight rules

Elections and voting

The dispute focuses on rules for state oversight of downtown Nashville’s tourism district, not on an election or candidate contest.

The Ballot Tennessee Policy DeskSep 25, 2026

News · PA

Philadelphia Council urges state ban on Flock cameras

Elections and voting

City Council approved a resolution asking Pennsylvania leaders to prohibit Flock cameras statewide.

The Ballot Pennsylvania News DeskSep 25, 2026

News · NC

Charlotte council vote focuses on I-77 South toll lanes

Elections and voting

Charlotte City Council is taking up the future of an I-77 South toll lane project through a formal council vote.

The Ballot North Carolina DeskSep 23, 2026

News · MN

Minneapolis Council hears response to proposed ordinance

Elections and voting

Neighbors and rideshare drivers addressed the Minneapolis City Council as it considered a proposed ordinance.

The Ballot Minnesota News DeskSep 22, 2026

News · GA

Atlanta mayor proposes rules for Flock, surveillance tools

Elections and voting

The mayor’s proposal would establish new rules for Flock and other surveillance tools in Atlanta.

The Ballot Georgia News DeskSep 22, 2026

News · NC

Charlotte council backs I-77 South toll lane expansion

Elections and voting

The City Council supported the I-77 South toll lane project, while community opinion remains divided.

The Ballot North Carolina Policy DeskSep 22, 2026

News · HI

Honolulu Council seeks wider Red Hill groundwater tests

Elections and voting

The Honolulu City Council is calling for expanded groundwater testing around Red Hill, putting the focus on the scope and location of future sampling.

The Ballot Hawaii Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · TX

Texas City sets new rules for license plate reader system

Elections and voting

Texas City’s license plate reader system is subject to new rules, with the written policy central to understanding the change.

The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · AZ

Metro Phoenix city plans tighter data center rules

Elections and voting

A Metro Phoenix city is preparing to strengthen data center rules that have been in place for 20 years.

The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · UT

Utah lawmakers weigh data rules amid Salt Lake camera fight

Elections and voting

A dispute over cameras in Salt Lake City is intensifying as Utah lawmakers consider how related data should be governed.

The Ballot Utah DeskSep 20, 2026

News · OR

Moore throws four TD passes in Oregon’s 84-0 win

Elections and voting

No. 21 Oregon shut out Portland State as Moore threw four touchdown passes in an 84-point victory.

The Ballot Oregon DeskSep 20, 2026

News · NJ

Newark City Council Passes Data Center Resolution

Elections and voting

The Newark City Council has adopted a resolution taking a position on data centers, with no election or candidate directly connected to the action.

The Ballot New Jersey DeskSep 18, 2026