Two states are closing loopholes and putting more money into mental health programs following multiple massacres in recent weeks. Ohio Governor John Kasich has allocated…
Calling for a more comprehensive review of issues related to gun violence, Gov. Rick Snyder today vetoed legislation that would have allowed concealed pistol license…
While the Presidential election, rightly took up most of the coverage of last night’s election, further down the ticket states were voting on a variety…
Following up on a housing and transportation cost report released earlier this year, and reported on by CivSource, the Center for Housing Policy—the research affiliate…
In Los Angeles, California, city officials are looking at new ways to green the city. A recent resolution passed by the council will allow for…
Federal election monitors from the US Department of Justice will monitor municipal elections in three cities in Alabama today, to ensure compliance with the Voting…
A three-judge federal district court in Florida v. Holder rejected Florida’s proposal to dramatically reduce its early voting period in five counties, while approving a…
California Governor Jerry Brown has signed into law a homeowners bill of rights. The new law provides additional options for homeowners that are facing foreclosure…
In 2011, Texas sought to a law that changed the identification requirements for residents wishing to vote in local and national elections. 11 other stats…
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has signed a large package of cost cutting and revenue enhancing measures aimed at controlling the state’s Medicaid program. The Governor…
