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Charlotte council backs I-77 South toll lane expansion
Elections and votingThe City Council supported the I-77 South toll lane project, while community opinion remains divided.
The Ballot North Carolina Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
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News · HI
Honolulu Council seeks wider Red Hill groundwater tests
Elections and votingThe 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 · NV
Las Vegas approves deal for eight outdoor fitness spaces
Energy and environmentThe Las Vegas City Council approved a contract covering eight new outdoor fitness spaces in the city.
The Ballot Nevada DeskSep 20, 2026
News · TX
Texas City sets new rules for license plate reader system
Elections and votingTexas 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 votingA 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 votingA 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 votingNo. 21 Oregon shut out Portland State as Moore threw four touchdown passes in an 84-point victory.
The Ballot Oregon DeskSep 20, 2026
News · CO
Records show Denver attorney pressed for former firm
Health careMiko Brown promoted Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell for airport legal work before insurer AIG agreed to hire the firm.
The Ballot Colorado DeskSep 18, 2026
News · NJ
Newark City Council Passes Data Center Resolution
Elections and votingThe 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
News · FL
Museum of Miami proposes Dinner Key terminal restoration
Elections and votingThe concept would preserve the historic Pan Am terminal while adding a new building for cultural and civic uses on the waterfront site.
The Ballot Florida DeskSep 18, 2026
News · WY
Cox Ranch data center proposal moves toward final vote
Elections and votingCheyenne City Council advanced the proposed Cox Ranch data center project, but the council has not yet taken final action.
The Ballot Wyoming Policy DeskSep 18, 2026
News · GA
Atlanta mayor seeks limits on license plate reader cameras
Elections and votingThe proposal would add new guardrails for Atlanta’s use of cameras that read vehicle license plates.
The Ballot Georgia Policy DeskSep 17, 2026
News · MO
Protesters seek data center pause, privacy rules in Missouri
Economy and jobsAt the Missouri Capitol, protesters called for a temporary pause involving data centers and for state privacy rules.
The Ballot Missouri Policy DeskSep 17, 2026
News · GA
Atlanta mayor proposes rules for license plate cameras
Public safetyMayor Andre Dickens’ proposal would set citywide privacy, oversight and accountability standards for Atlanta’s public safety technology.
The Ballot Georgia News DeskSep 16, 2026
News · NM
‘Pluribus’ wins six Emmys after filming in Albuquerque
Elections and votingThe Apple TV production employed more than 1,400 New Mexicans during its first season and earned 18 Emmy nominations.
The Ballot New Mexico News DeskSep 16, 2026
News · IL
Chicago mayor announces bid for reelection
Elections and votingChicago’s mayor has announced an intention to seek another term, but the bid is not yet tied to a specific election or candidate field.
The Ballot Illinois Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
News · OK
Silver Alert issued for 67-year-old Oklahoma City man
Elections and votingA Silver Alert has been issued for a 67-year-old man identified with Oklahoma City.
The Ballot Oklahoma Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
News · IL
Chicago mayor announces bid for another term
Elections and votingChicago’s mayor has announced a reelection bid, stating an intention to seek another term leading the city.
The Ballot Illinois DeskSep 16, 2026
News · NE
Omaha council approves purchase of building on streetcar route
Elections and votingThe city can move ahead with acquiring a damaged building located along Omaha’s streetcar route.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
News · TX
Parrish Classic awards four UNT Dallas scholarships
Elections and votingStudents from Duncanville and DeSoto received four UNT Dallas scholarships through the football event.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 15, 2026
News · VA
NextEra, Dominion tie Richmond tower plan to merger approval
Elections and votingThe companies propose spending to on a Richmond tower if their merger receives approval.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · GA
Stockbridge City Council votes to remove mayor
Elections and votingThe Stockbridge City Council voted to remove the mayor in a city government action unrelated to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Georgia DeskSep 14, 2026
News · WA
Katie Wilson proposes Seattle fund for startups
Elections and votingThe mayor’s proposal puts startup support on Seattle’s agenda as the city grows more reliant on large technology companies.
The Ballot Washington DeskSep 13, 2026
News · TN
Nashville mayor announces small-business initiatives
Elections and votingThe mayor unveiled new efforts focused on supporting small businesses across Nashville.
The Ballot Tennessee Policy DeskSep 13, 2026