News · OH
What polls show about Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio
Elections and votingNo named poll or specific election supports the claim that Ramaswamy’s odds of winning in Ohio reached an all-time low.
The Ballot Ohio News DeskSep 23, 2026
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News · MN
Minneapolis Council hears response to proposed ordinance
Elections and votingNeighbors and rideshare drivers addressed the Minneapolis City Council as it considered a proposed ordinance.
The Ballot Minnesota News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · TX
Texas and California introduce data center rules
Elections and votingThe two states have introduced new rules for data centers, with their practical effects depending on each state’s final legal text and timeline.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
News · GA
Atlanta mayor proposes rules for Flock, surveillance tools
Elections and votingThe 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 votingThe City Council supported the I-77 South toll lane project, while community opinion remains divided.
The Ballot North Carolina Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
News · PA
Charges filed in Western Pennsylvania cold case
Elections and votingA decades-old Western Pennsylvania case involving the killing of a 20-year-old woman has led to criminal charges.
The Ballot Pennsylvania News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · VA
Virginia early voting starts as mail limits stay blocked
Elections and votingEarly voting is underway in Virginia while Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions remain blocked and unenforceable.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
News · VA
Spanberger enacts new Virginia data center rules
Elections and votingVirginia Gov. Spanberger has enacted new state rules governing data centers, shifting attention to implementation and enforcement.
The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs tribal gaming compact bills
Elections and votingThe signed legislation ratifies expanded gaming agreements between California and tribal governments.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · CA
Newsom orders review of tougher California AI safeguards
Economy and jobsThe California review will consider stronger AI safety rules, including mechanisms that could halt an AI system’s operation.
The Ballot California DeskSep 22, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs California order on AI model kill switches
Economy and jobsThe executive order calls for a way to stop AI models from operating, making shutdown capability a focus of California policy.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 22, 2026
News · MI
Huizenga announces housing funds for Southwest Michigan
HousingBill Huizenga announced federal housing funding for communities in Southwest Michigan, with no election or political race directly connected.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · AR
Gov. Sanders announces new member of her family
Elections and votingArkansas Gov. Sanders shared a personal family development that has no direct connection to a race or election.
The Ballot Arkansas DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs legislation focused on EVs and energy
Energy and environmentThe legislation is intended to speed California’s EV transition, broaden consumer choice and strengthen energy independence.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs law naming Sept. 25 Dolly Parton Day
Elections and votingCalifornia will recognize the late country star with a commemorative day established in state law.
The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026
News · AR
Searcy City Attorney Will Moore Announces Arkansas Senate Bid
Elections and votingWill Moore, Searcy’s city attorney, has announced plans to seek a seat in the Arkansas Senate.
The Ballot Arkansas Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · MO
Kehoe names members to Missouri child welfare task force
Elections and votingGov. Mike Kehoe has made appointments to a state task force addressing child welfare in Missouri.
The Ballot Missouri News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs tribal gambling bills
Elections and votingThe governor signed several state measures concerning tribal gambling, turning attention to their individual provisions and implementation.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · NV
Nevada governor signs data center development order
Elections and votingThe executive order establishes a state framework for overseeing data center development in Nevada.
The Ballot Nevada DeskSep 21, 2026
News · NV
Nevada governor signs order on data center development
Elections and votingThe executive order establishes state guardrails for data center development in Nevada.
The Ballot Nevada Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · WI
Crowley proposes prediction market ban for elected officials
Elections and votingCrowley’s Wisconsin proposal would prohibit elected officials from participating in prediction markets.
The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · SC
South Carolina Enacts Pro-Crypto, Anti-CBDC Law
Economy and jobsSouth Carolina has enacted a law favoring cryptocurrency while opposing a central bank digital currency.
The Ballot South Carolina Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs bill on military deployment authority
Elections and votingThe California measure is intended to protect state sovereignty and guard against military deployments that lack authorization.
The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026
News · VA
Virginia early voting starts with ballot limits blocked
Elections and votingVirginia voters can begin voting early while Trump’s mail-ballot restrictions remain blocked and therefore are not in effect.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · FL
Florida governor signs death warrant for William Reaves Jr.
Elections and votingThe warrant concerns Reaves’ conviction for killing an Indian River County deputy and is not directly tied to an election.
The Ballot Florida DeskSep 21, 2026
News · UT
Japarov proposes broader Utah ties in three sectors
Economy and jobsSadyr Japarov called for expanded cooperation with Utah in mining, tourism and information technology.
The Ballot Utah Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
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 · FL
Florida AG seeks easier phone-scam investigations
Elections and votingFlorida’s attorney general is proposing legislation designed to make investigations of suspected phone scammers easier.
The Ballot Florida Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · AZ
House passes water bill backed by Rep. Crane
Elections and votingRep. Crane’s office says the House-passed measure includes provisions benefiting rural Arizona, but further federal action is required.
The Ballot Arizona News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs bill to broaden California fuel options
Energy and environmentThe measure expands fuel options with the stated goal of helping Californians spend less at the pump.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 21, 2026