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Texas police department ordered to close
Public safetyThe department was ordered to shut down after failing to provide a public benefit, Dallas News reported.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
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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 · MN
Minneapolis schools propose closures amid budget challenges
EducationMinneapolis Public Schools is considering school closures as part of its response to budget challenges.
The Ballot Minnesota News 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 · NE
Omaha council approves settlement, speed limit and SRO contracts
Elections and votingThe Omaha City Council acted on a Blackstone building settlement, a lower speed limit and SRO contracts.
The Ballot Nebraska 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 · NE
Omaha council approves four school-police agreements
EducationThe annual agreements govern officer placements but do not specify which methods officers may use inside schools.
The Ballot Nebraska News 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 · TX
Conroe funds 51 Flock cameras as Texas governments pull back
Public safetyConroe continues paying for 51 cameras as Dallas plans a major reduction and 23 Texas governments reconsider Flock systems.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · IA
Des Moines council approves $11.5 million budget package
Economy and jobsThe package cuts staff and programs while raising fee revenue as the city prepares for limits on property tax growth.
The Ballot Iowa 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 · MD
Maryland appeals court denies Baltimore’s bid for pause
Elections and votingThe court declined to halt a lawsuit involving Baltimore’s inspector general while legal proceedings continue.
The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · OH
Ohio school report cards released; CCS says scores rose
EducationOhio released its school report cards today, and CCS characterized its latest results as an improvement.
The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 15, 2026
News · CO
Colorado Eagles arena project advances after zoning ruling
HousingA ruling that zoning restrictions were unconstitutional allows the Colorado Eagles arena project to move forward.
The Ballot Colorado DeskSep 15, 2026
News · TX
Texas orders Trinidad Police Department to shut down
Public safetyThe state ordered the Trinidad Police Department to close after a TCOLE investigation into the local agency.
The Ballot Texas News DeskSep 15, 2026
News · MD
Board member sues Baltimore mayor over removal policy
Public safetyA police accountability board member has taken Baltimore’s mayor to court in a dispute over the city’s policy for removing members.
The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 15, 2026
News · MD
Maryland court denies Baltimore bid to halt legal process
Elections and votingBaltimore failed to secure a pause in a legal process connected to an inspector general dispute.
The Ballot Maryland DeskSep 15, 2026
News · IL
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launches reelection campaign
EducationJohnson opened his campaign at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center ahead of the scheduled Feb. 23 mayoral election.
The Ballot Illinois Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · AR
North Little Rock approves data center zoning rules
HousingNorth Little Rock has adopted zoning regulations for data centers, adding local land-use rules for such facilities.
The Ballot Arkansas DeskSep 15, 2026
News · CA
San Francisco mayor proposes rent reforms after emergency
HousingThe mayor followed a rent emergency declaration with a housing reform proposal, beginning a new phase of city policy consideration.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 14, 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 · NE
OPS proposes 8.2-cent levy increase after aid shortfall
Economy and jobsOmaha Public Schools would also draw nearly from reserves under its proposed 2026-2027 budget.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · DE
CCRRD starts referendum effort over Wilmington ordinances
Elections and votingThe group is gathering signatures while a lawsuit challenges emergency provisions attached to two data center ordinances.
The Ballot Delaware DeskSep 14, 2026
News · CA
San Francisco mayor proposes reforms after rent emergency
HousingSan Francisco’s mayor followed a rent emergency declaration with proposed housing reforms that will depend on final language and city action.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · NE
Omaha schools propose 8.2-cent levy increase
EducationThe proposed levy increase is part of the district’s response to a reduction in state aid for this school year.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskSep 13, 2026
News · AR
Little Rock board backs Central softball facility upgrades
EducationThe unanimous vote authorizes nearly in work as the district addresses differences between Central’s softball and baseball facilities.
The Ballot Arkansas News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CO
Denver Post opposes proposed DPS property tax increase
Economy and jobsThe newspaper’s editorial board opposes the DPS proposal, though its headline does not explain the fiscal or policy reasons.
The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 13, 2026