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Hegseth taps LSU cadet corps for new generation of military officers
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Hegseth taps LSU cadet corps for new generation of military officers

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday he is elevating LSU’s corps of cadets program and granting the university a new military designation. LSU will be made a Distinguished Military College, a newly revived federal designation that offers graduates...
Utah’s court system lacks ‘accountability’ and needs change, legislative audits say
Utah

Utah’s court system lacks ‘accountability’ and needs change, legislative audits say

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Arkansas lawmakers told helping inmates return to society will ease prison overcrowding
Arkansas

Arkansas lawmakers told helping inmates return to society will ease prison overcrowding

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Texas

Suspect tied to credible threat of Texas Capitol attack arrested

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Maryland

Crackdown on out-of-state vehicle registrations to start in October

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North Dakota

North Dakota to use ‘anchor partners’ to manage Rural Health grants

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Georgia

DOJ lawsuit seeking Georgia voters’ unredacted data dismissed, again

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Washington

Legislative staff in WA state Senate reject new contract

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States take the lead on regulating AI as federal action lags

Anxiety over artificial intelligence is growing. Will it replace humans and take jobs? How will it change our privacy? Will it impact our elections? The list of existential questions about AI goes on. 

The technology has not been regulated on a national level. Congress has struggled to pass federal legislation, while the Trump administration has pushed to limit state oversight efforts.

One expert says states have stepped up to the plate to create commonsense guardrails on AI.

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Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says humility key to democracy  
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Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says humility key to democracy  

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A Republican-led bill to curb congressional stock trading panned by Democrats as too weak failed to advance in the U.S. Senate on Sept. 30, 2026, when lawmakers stayed solidly within party lines for a procedural vote. (Photo by Douglas Rissing/Getty Photos)
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US Senate Dems block bill curbing congressional stock trading, calling it too weak

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New Mexico governor’s office releases up to $3.75M in emergency response to flooding
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New Mexico governor’s office releases up to $3.75M in emergency response to flooding

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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania reports fifth measles-related death

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Democrat for US House unveils proposals to lower tariffs, stabilize Social Security

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Louisiana Tech president speaks on retirement decision: ‘I’ve got a lot more to do’ 
Louisiana

Louisiana Tech president speaks on retirement decision: ‘I’ve got a lot more to do’ 

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Maine Senate confirms slew of nominees including new Superior Court justice
Maine

Maine Senate confirms slew of nominees including new Superior Court justice

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A power boom in eastern South Dakota raises question about what comes next 
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A power boom in eastern South Dakota raises questions about what comes next 

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Peltola’s words create a teachable moment, but an apology is required.
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Peltola’s words create a teachable moment, but an apology is required.

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Matt Schultz
South Carolina’s growth story is becoming the South’s growth story
South Carolina
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SC’s growth story is becoming the South’s growth story

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Howard Franklin
How will AI reshape life in New Hampshire? There are no real words.
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How will AI reshape life in New Hampshire? There are no real words.

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Public hearings scheduled for Nebraska’s three 2026 voter-led ballot measures

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Michigan

Slotkin, bipartisan group of lawmakers introduce bill to improve ovarian cancer prevention and care

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New Jersey

NJ bill would again expand law that allows cops, judges to shield personal info

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Rhode Island

Voter registration deadline is Sunday, Oct. 4

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New Mexico

New Mexico U.S. Sen. Luján shares documents related to feds’ fentanyl operations in state

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Georgia

Georgia voters see tough future for next generation ahead of midterm race, poll finds

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Ohio lawmakers approve 90-day gas tax holiday just weeks ahead of election
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Ohio lawmakers approve 90-day gas tax holiday just weeks ahead of election

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The U.S. Supreme Court on April 9, 2026. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom)
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Schumer: Democratic US Senate may block Trump nominees for Supreme Court, lower courts

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Rhode Island road and bridge repairs only scratched the surface, RIPEC report finds
Rhode Island

Rhode Island road and bridge repairs only scratched the surface, RIPEC report finds

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Florida

House Democrats ask IRS to eye tax implications of $10M transfer to Hope Florida

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North Carolina

NC-11 candidates offer competing ‘mountain values’ in unique ads

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Nebraska

Nebraska Supreme Court hears arguments over validity of ‘fairness for girls’ ballot measure

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Michigan

Whitmer, reproductive rights advocates urge no vote on ‘devastating’ constitutional convention

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Oklahoma

Oklahoma County killer to seek clemency ahead of November execution

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North Carolina

As economic damage from climate change grows, NC experts urge ‘pre-recovery’ planning 

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Republican AGs sue abortion ‘shield law’ states in U.S. Supreme Court
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Republican AGs sue abortion ‘shield law’ states in US Supreme Court

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Michigan

Sanders, El-Sayed vow to improve healthcare work environments if Democrats take back U.S. Senate

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Enrollment up 0.7% at Kansas public universities, totals slip at community and technical colleges
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Enrollment up 0.7% at Kansas public universities, totals slip at community and technical colleges

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Arizona

Prop. 320 asks voters if the state should dictate how much public schools spend in the classroom

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Large upgrade planned at Calvert Cliffs after power deal signed with Amazon
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Large upgrade planned at Calvert Cliffs after power deal signed with Amazon

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Montana

Montana officials praise repeal of power plant emission regulations, watchdog groups pan decision

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Colorado awards $1M for projects to deter human-bear conflicts
Colorado

Colorado awards $1M for projects to deter human-bear conflicts

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Kentucky

Eastern Kentucky county gets biggest investment in its history, officials say

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AG Liz Murrill sues states with shield laws protecting abortion-pill providers 
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AG Liz Murrill sues states with shield laws protecting abortion-pill providers 

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Anti-abortion groups worry Hyde Amendment’s 50-year run could end with new congressional majority

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Utah among 40 states to settle with auto loan company accused of predatory lending 
Utah

Utah among 40 states to settle with auto loan company accused of predatory lending 

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Alaska

Alaska prepares to surrender some Statehood Act land claims as it nears 105 million-acre goal

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Missouri can keep using disputed federal database to review voter eligibility
Missouri

Missouri can keep using disputed federal database to review voter eligibility

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Arkansas

Arkansas governor’s ad on Medicaid work requirements draws flak from NAACP, right-wing commentators

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A voter takes an "I Voted" sticker at the Brackett Recreation Center in Minneapolis on Nov. 2, 2021. (Photo by Max Nesterak/Minnesota Reformer)
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Justice Department indicts 10 noncitizens in quest to prove Trump claims of election fraud

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Justice Department alleges misconduct by ‘all but one’ Minnesota federal judge

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