Indiana governor remains optimistic about a Bears border crossing

Stay Safe And Informed About Snakes In Wisconsin

Stay Safe And Informed About Snakes In Wisconsin

Virginia’s Reckless Budget Bill

by Jason Miyares Statement on Governor Spanberger’s Marijuana Budget Debacle I warned that rushing marijuana commercialization through Virginia would lead to reckless governing. This week, that warning came true in the worst possible way. Governor Abigail Spanberger and the far-left majority in the General Assembly jammed their marijuana retail scheme into the state budget instead []

Poll: Taxes, economy top concerns for Illinoisans


A recent survey also shows that fully half of residents would move out of the state given the opportunity. The post Poll: Taxes, economy top concerns for Illinoisans appeared first on Illinois Policy.

Win over Brewers can't mask growing Cubs problem

The Chicago Cubs are trending up again after taking the weekend series from the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers. But that doesn't mask a growing problem on the North Side.

Illinois 1 of only 3 states that bans fireworks – Illinois Policy

The Illinois sales ban directly benefits neighboring states. Indiana brings in an estimated 2.5 million a year in tax revenue from fireworks.

Oregon moves one step closer to being overrun with deer [Asinine]

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Rantz: Washington spent $6.2 million on I-90 wildlife bridge for one bear to cross in 8 years

Washington spent about 6.2 million on an I-90 wildlife overcrossing near Snoqualmie Pass. Nearly eight years later, the state is celebrating its first bear.

Poll: Taxes, economy top voter concerns in Illinois

Voters say taxes and economic concerns top the list of issues facing Illinois. The Illinois Policy Institute’s newest Lincoln Poll found that more than half of Illinois voters selected high taxes as a top one-or-two issue facing the state. Next-highest was the economy, selected by 41 of respondents. IPI policy analyst Lily Rossi said Gov. J.B. []...Click to read more

A 250-Year-Old-Death Machine Is Nothing To Celebrate

Nate Bear Do Not Panic Millions of Americans will today celebrate 250 years since the United States declared independence from the British crown. But what is there to celebrate? The US has been the most violent and murderous state-building experiment in history. Built from the bones of slaves atop the bodies of the indigenous, fuelled []

Pacers to sign veteran forward Larry Nance Jr. for veteran minimum

Indiana brings in the 11-year veteran, betting he'll be healthy after the past two seasons.

Indiana Outdoor Lovers Just Got Some Great News

Indiana Outdoor Lovers Just Got Some Great News

State of Emergency declared in Utah as Cottonwood Fire grows to largest active wildfire in U.S.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox declared a State of Emergency and temporarily expanded the state forester's authority to restrict fireworks through July 5, 2026, after the Cottonwood Fire grew into the largest active wildfire in the United States. The fire had burned about 29 000 ha (71 841 acres) in Beaver County and remained 0 contained as extreme fire weather fueled rapid growth across southern Utah on Friday, June 26. Source

Abiodun: State Assemblies Will Pass State Police Bill Together, A Dream Governors Have Pursued For Years

Ogun governor says governors are coordinating simultaneous state approval as long-awaited state police reforms move closer to implementation nationwide.

Benue SEMA issues snakebite alert, warns residents to take precautions

The Benue State Emergency Management Agency, Benue SEMA, has called on residents across the state to remain vigilant against snake bites as the rainy season progresses. The agency issued the warning following the treatment of several snakebite victims at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital, BSUTH, noting that the risk extends beyond Internally Displaced Persons, [] Benue SEMA issues snakebite alert, warns residents to take precautions

Coyote warning issued in Beverly after dog attacked on trail

Police noted that coyotes are typically more defensive at this time of year because it is their denning and birthing season. The post Coyote warning issued in Beverly after dog attacked on trail appeared first on Boston.com.

America’s top ten cheapest states for 2026 where you can beat inflation

To beat inflation, consider moving to states like Ohio, the Dakotas, or West Virginia

10 Wild Animals You're Most Likely to See in Illinois

10 Wild Animals You're Most Likely to See in Illinois

Lyme Disease Is Spreading into States That Rarely Saw It Before — Is Your County at Risk?

Deer ticks carrying Lyme disease are now reaching Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. ER visits for tick bites rose 25 in April 2026. Here's where the risk is growing and what to do.

Gov. Healey should reject the federal education voucher program

Gov. Healey has an opportunity to lead by joining three other governors who have opted out – Gov. Tina Kotek in Oregon, Gov. Tim Walz in Minnesota, and Gov. Tony Evers in Wisconsin – and taking a stand for all students, while the federal government works to publicly subsidize private schools.

America's snake capital: This US state has the most venomous snakes in the country (and it's not Texas)

America's snake capital: This US state has the most venomous snakes in the country (and it's not Texas)

Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jerry Brown Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and Secretary of State, and served two terms as Oakland mayor. The promise of American public education rests on a []

Illinois’s Tech Tax Tantrum

By Andrew Wilford.

‘Special moment for our family’: Mavrik Geyer follows his famous father’s lead after signing with the Bears

Mark Geyer was one of the biggest signings in Western Reds history. Now his son has followed his lead by joining the Bears for their first year in the NRL.

Notion that state governors don’t control police a ‘myth’ — Segalink

According to him, governors already play a key role in policing through their influence over the appointment and deployment of Commissioners of Police, as well as their membership of the Police Council. The post Notion that state governors don’t control police a ‘myth’ — Segalink appeared first on Vanguard News.

Insurers Are Pocketing Copay Assistance Funds Meant to Curb Patient Drug Costs

While some states ban insurers from using copay accumulator programs, oversight has stalled at the federal level.

Virginians May Be Asked to Vote for Higher Taxes

Do you want higher taxes? Local politicians may soon give many Virginia residents a chance to answer that question for themselves. Earlier this year, state Sen. L. Louise Lucas introduced a bill that would have allowed all local governments to impose an additional 1 sales tax on top of existing levies. At the time the...

Bear Sitting in Truck Spooks Colorado Man

A Colorado man got the surprise of a lifetime when he opened his truck door and found a bear sitting in the front seat. Surveillance video shows the stunned owner backing away before using a wooden plank to safely scare the unexpected passenger away.