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News · NV

Nevada governor sets new data center development rules

Elections and voting

A signed executive order establishes new state rules for data center development in Nevada.

The Ballot Nevada News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant for William Reaves Jr.

Elections and voting

The warrant concerns William Reaves Jr., who was convicted of killing an Indian River County deputy.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant in deputy killing case

Elections and voting

The death warrant concerns a person sentenced to death for killing a Treasure Coast deputy and is not directly linked to an election.

The Ballot Florida DeskSep 21, 2026

News · MO

Missouri governor orders safeguards for plate readers

Elections and voting

The governor ordered new protections for automatic license plate readers, with implementation details central to the policy’s effect.

The Ballot Missouri Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Governor signs California Voting Rights Act of 2026

Elections and voting

Senator Cervantes is championing the newly signed measure, which concerns elections and voting in California.

The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs 13 election bills aimed at Trump interference

Elections and voting

The California laws are intended to prevent Donald Trump from interfering in midterm elections and are not tied to a specific race.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Independent Florida governor candidate proposes millionaire tax

Economy and jobs

An independent candidate for Florida governor has proposed a millionaire tax focused on the state’s economy and jobs.

The Ballot Florida Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · FL

Florida governor signs warrant in deputy’s killing

Elections and voting

The governor signed a death warrant for the person who killed a Treasure Coast deputy, taking formal state action in the case.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom announces California order regulating AI companies

Elections and voting

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order aimed at regulating artificial intelligence companies in California.

The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · AL

House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt

Foreign policy

The House passed a foreign-policy bill addressing sanctions on Russia and Iran, with support from Britt.

The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs bills limiting election interference

Elections and voting

The California laws seek to restrict law enforcement interference with ballots and election administration before November.

The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026

News · AK

Alaskans to decide future of ranked choice voting

Elections and voting

The August primary exposed practical problems with Alaska’s changed voting system before voters decide its future.

The Ballot Alaska News DeskSep 21, 2026

News · WA

Trump returns early as Middle East security alerts issued

Foreign policy

President Trump returned from Camp David on Saturday evening as the State Department issued security alerts concerning the Middle East.

The Ballot Washington News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · CO

Colorado Governor’s Cup wine winners to be announced soon

Elections and voting

The Colorado Governor’s Cup winners remain pending, with an announcement expected soon.

The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · TX

Cornyn says he will not vote for Bo French

Elections and voting

John Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.

The Ballot Texas DeskSep 20, 2026

News · CA

Newsom signs bills aimed at protecting state elections

Elections and voting

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to prevent Donald Trump from gaining control over California’s election administration.

The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

News · ND

Dem-NPL names Burdick Dinner keynote speaker and honorees

Foreign policy

U.S. Sen. Jon Tester will headline the Oct. 10 event in Fargo, where four people will receive awards from the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Party.

The Ballot North Dakota News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · VA

Virginia voter guide for the 2026 midterm elections

Elections and voting

Voting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · ID

Candidate profile: Camille Blaylock

Elections and voting

Republican incumbent Camille Blaylock is running in the uncontested 2026 general election for Idaho Senate District 11.

The Ballot Idaho DeskSep 20, 2026

Race preview · DE

Rae Moore is sole candidate in Delaware House District 8

Elections and voting

Democratic incumbent Rae Moore is running without an opponent in the District 8 race scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Delaware News DeskSep 20, 2026

Explainer · DC

District of Columbia 2026 general election voter guide

Elections and voting

District voters should confirm official deadlines, ballot choices and voting instructions before participating in the 2026 general election.

The Ballot District of Columbia Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · AR

Candidate profile: Lane Jean in Arkansas House District 99

Elections and voting

Republican incumbent Lane Jean is the only candidate in the 2026 general election race for Arkansas House District 99.

The Ballot Arkansas DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · AK

Candidate profile: Dan Saddler in Alaska House District 24

Elections and voting

Republican incumbent Dan Saddler is running in the uncontested Alaska House District 24 general election on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Alaska DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · WV

Candidate profile: Daniel Linville

Elections and voting

Republican incumbent Daniel Linville is running in West Virginia House District 22 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

The Ballot West Virginia Policy DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · WI

Michael Thurow runs as an independent in Wisconsin's 6th

Elections and voting

Michael Thurow is one of 13 candidates in Wisconsin's contested 2026 election for the 6th Congressional District.

The Ballot Wisconsin DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · WA

Candidate profile: John C Hughs in Washington’s 4th

Elections and voting

Republican John C Hughs is one of 11 candidates listed in Washington’s 4th Congressional District race.

The Ballot Washington DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · UT

Candidate profile: Celeste Maloy in Utah’s 3rd District

Elections and voting

Republican incumbent Celeste Maloy is one of 10 candidate entries in Utah’s 2026 race for the 3rd Congressional District.

The Ballot Utah News DeskSep 20, 2026

Candidate profile · VA

Candidate profile: Timothy Stephen Cywinski

Elections and voting

Cywinski is one of 11 Democrats listed in the contested 2026 election for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.

The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 20, 2026

News · MO

Missouri AG orders unlicensed sports prediction markets to stop

Elections and voting

The attorney general directed unlicensed prediction markets to halt activity the office classifies as unlawful sports wagering.

The Ballot Missouri News DeskSep 20, 2026

News · MO

Missouri AG tells six prediction markets to halt sports contracts

Elections and voting

Missouri’s attorney general has directed six prediction-market operators to stop offering contracts tied to sports outcomes.

The Ballot Missouri DeskSep 20, 2026