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- I was a deputy state AG — and Gavin Newsom’s pompous death-row commutations betray an entire process of justice
On Thursday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that he intends to commute the death sentences of all 548 prisoners on California’s death row to life imprisonment without parole. His explanation was remarkable. Executions, he declared, are…
- Wisconsin Assembly passes constitutional amendment to limit diversity efforts
February 15, 2024 / 12:05 PM CST / AP A constitutional amendment supported by Republicans that attempts to limit diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in Wisconsin won approval Thursday in the state Assembly. The measure is the latest…
- Governor Katie Hobbs delivers utility aid to Arizona families
Phoenix, AZ – Today, Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) announced that the Governor’s Power AZ initiative provided nearly 30,000 Arizona families with critical utility assistance. The program saved…
- Benson's team launches transition website for Michigan gubernatorial term
November 4, 2026 / 8:08 AM EST / CBS Detroit Michigan's incoming governor, Jocelyn Benson, has launched a transition website to provide details and serve as an information hub before her Jan. 1 inauguration. CBS News projected Benson as…
- Nebraska: Pillen Eyes 2028 Ballot If Lawmakers Again Stall On Property Tax Reform
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen hosts a news conference talking about his approach for property taxes ahead of the 2027 legislative session on Nov. 6, 2026, in Lincoln, Nebraska, days after securing reelection for four more years. LINCOLN, Neb. —…
- Iowa Gov.-elect Sand aims to lead on ‘common sense’ policies
Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand speaks during an election night watch party Tuesday at the State Historical Society of Iowa in Des Moines. JOHNSTON — Rob Sand, who will be sworn in as Iowa’s 44th governor in January, said Friday he wants to…
- 'Cornell 7' Defendant Challenges AG Letitia James Over 'Prejudging' Allegations in Probe
A ‘Cornell 7’ defendant has challenged AG Letitia James Over ‘prejudging’ allegations in probe. One of the seven men accused in the explosive Cornell University sexual assault scandal is fighting to remove New York Attorney General Letitia…
- Maryland redistricting debate continues after voters approve Question 3
WBOC TV Small Craft Advisory from FRI 10:00 PM EST until SUN 6:00 AM EST Maryland voters have approved Question 3, giving state lawmakers the authority to redraw the state's congressional district maps. Now, the question is whether…
- MS Attorney General’s office finds three separate officer-involved shootings justified
WLBT MS Attorney General’s office finds three separate officer-involved shootings justified Multiple agencies responding to school bus accident with at least one injured
- Governor Moore Announces Cabinet Leadership Transitions
Governor Moore Announces Cabinet Leadership Transitions ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced the following leadership transitions in the Cabinet: - Secretary of State Susan C. Lee will depart from her role for personal…
- 'People of Nebraska spoke': Gov. Pillen says Nebraskans want property tax cuts, a lookahead at the next 4 years
Governor Jim Pillen laid out his top priorities for the next four years in office. Cap, cover and cut — those are the buckets Pillen said he will use to aid Nebraska’s economy. “The people of Nebraska spoke; that's what they expect us to…
- COLUMN: What next governor owes Oklahoma's kids
Tahlequah Daily Press Oklahoma will have a new governor in January. Gov. Kevin Stitt is term-limited, so this was an open race. Mike Mazzei won, and he will make decisions about schools, technology and the economy that my generation will…
- Chris Mann set to become Kansas’ next attorney general
Kansas (KOAM) -- Kansas voters are bringing a change to the attorney general’s office, with Democrat Chris Mann defeating Republican incumbent Kris Kobach in Tuesday’s general election. The victory comes four years after Mann narrowly lost…
- Governor-Elect Announces Transition Team
This week, Governor-elect Jocelyn Benson announced the members of her transition team. Through the end of 2026, the team will help set her office up for success, ensuring the Benson administration can hit the ground running once she takes…
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