State and Local

2025 Virginia Governor Race November 4

Virginia’s Ghazala Hashmi becomes first Muslim elected statewide in the Old Dominion

Ghazala Hashmi captured Virginia's lieutenant governor seat, bringing doctorate credentials and focus on public education to statewide office.

VIDEO September 27

Philadelphia official goes on rant about 'fascists' and 'Hitler'

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner went on a tirade when confronted by Frank Scales, a young Republican activist, in a park. (Credit: @SurgePhilly/Frank.Scales)

Crime September 26

North Carolina Dem says ‘no correlation’ between Charlotte train attack and accused killer’s repeated releases

North Carolina state Rep. Marcia Morey, a Democrat, faces criticism for claiming "no correlation" between Iryna Zarutska's murder and her alleged killer's 14 jail releases.

VIDEO August 29

Mamdani is 'exploiting' a tinder-box issue for pure based political profit: Miranda Devine

Fox News contributor Miranda Devine joins 'The Ingraham Angle' to discuss NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's double sanctuary plan for the city as well as his stance regarding decriminalizing misdemeanors.

VIDEO August 25

Utah state senator on surge in threats: ‘We take them very seriously now’

Fox News Digital spoke to Utah State Sen. Stephanie Pitcher about the rise of violence against local and federal lawmakers.

VIDEO August 21

NY state appellate judge panel unanimously decides to throw out fine imposed on Trump

Fox News national correspondent Bryan Llenas reports on the latest and reactions as the penalty in the Trump civil fraud case is voided on 'The Story.'

Texas August 19

Dem Texas lawmaker spends night on state House floor after refusing GOP-mandated police escort

A state lawmaker has refused to leave the Texas Capitol as Republicans use police to prevent Democrats from fleeing the state over a redistricting vote.

New York May 7

Taxpayers could be forced to fund Trump foe Letitia James’ legal defense if Dem budget item passes

A proposed budget amendment pushed by New York State Democrats would set up a legal defense fund for AG Letitia James that could be used for her mortgage fraud case.

VIDEO April 27

Oklahoma's Attorney General, Supreme Court are 'out of step' over religious school ruling: Ryan Walters

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters weighs in on the state's Attorney General and Supreme Court's ruling on a case regarding a religious charter school and the upcoming oral arguments by the U.S. Supreme Court.

VIDEO April 26

Judge who allegedly helped migrant doesn't deserve 'special treatment,' Wisconsin lawmaker says

Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., calls for 'enforcing the law' against a judge charged with obstructing an ICE arrest on 'Fox Report.'

Ron DeSantis April 25

DeSantis excoriates FL House leadership amid Republican civil war, accusing them of 'revolt against' voters

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis accused state House leadership of having a "swamp-centric agenda," while state House Speaker Daniel Perez said DeSantis has "become the swamp."

VIDEO April 13

Maryland man's immigration case must have 'due process': Juan Williams

'Fox News Sunday' panelists break down a judge's ruling that student activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported and the Supreme Court's ruling on a Maryland man's deportation.

VIDEO April 12

Shannon Bream explains immigration judge's ruling against Mahmoud Khalil

Fox News chief legal correspondent Shannon Bream breaks down a judge's ruling to proceed with Mahmoud Khalil's deportation and teases her upcoming special 'From the Heartland' on 'Fox News Live.'

Homeless Crisis April 7

Red city at center of Supreme Court ruling faces new ‘demoralizing’ hurdle in policing homeless camping

Grants Pass, Oregon, was at the center of a Supreme Court ruling giving cities and states more power to police homelessness. A shelter director says it hasn't helped.

VIDEO April 2

Cities file lawsuits against Camping World over company’s American flags

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the company's legal battle over their massive American flags. Greenville, North Carolina claims the issue is not about removing the flag but complying with city code.

Maine March 13

Maine judges’ mass recusal in trans sports case raises unanswered questions, legal expert says

A statement was released Wednesday evening explaining why every federal judge in Maine has recused themselves from state Rep. Laurel Libby's case challenging her censure in the state legislature stemming from a social media post including an image of a transgender female high school athlete when they competed as a male.

Oregon March 12

Oregon legislature weighing trio of bills that could result in less oversight for convicted sex offenders

Bills in the Oregon legislature that would ease public safety requirements for convicted sex offenders and downsize the state's backlog for classifying offenders are facing backlash.

VIDEO February 16

'Constitutional absurdity': Former US attorney analyzes DOGE lawsuits

Former U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Alabama Jay Town weighs in on the lawsuits against DOGE's efforts to cut waste on 'Fox Report.'

Digital Originals February 5

Wolf fight pits ranchers against will of the people in story ripped from the pages of a 'Yellowstone' script

Colorado voters narrowly decided to reintroduce gray wolves to the western part of the state, sparking tensions with ranchers who feel their way of life is under attack.

Opinion January 13

STEVE HILTON: In LA, you can smell the smoke and feel the rage. California can change. It starts now

Every aspect of the wildfire crisis in Los Angeles was either caused by, or made much worse by, Democrat policies and Democrat politicians.

VIDEO January 4

‘Fox News Live’ panel debates impact of Trump sentencing before inauguration

Republican strategist Katie Frost and Fox News contributor Richard Fowler discuss Trump’s sentencing in hush money case and more on ‘Fox News Live.’ 

Texas October 22, 2024

Texan leads citizen charge to boost police, tie official’s pay to performance in fight for accountability

Dallas HERO, a bipartisan initiative, proposed amendments that aim to improve governmental accountability and add law enforcement funding in Dallas.

Illinois October 17, 2024

Scandal-plagued Illinois 'super mayor' Tiffany Henyard announces she will run for second term

Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard, the focus of multiple probes and lawsuits for alleged financial mismanagement and corruption announced that she will seek a second term.

Law October 15, 2024

Supreme Court races in key states could tip scales on policy questions

Unlike Georgia and Nevada, battleground states such as Arizona, North Carolina and Michigan will likely see high-stakes state Supreme Court races.

Second Amendment October 12, 2024

New York gun control regime handed defeat in court

A federal judge in New York struck down a state ban on carrying concealed firearms on all private property, reasoning it is unconstitutional under Supreme Court precedent.

New York October 11, 2024

Blue state CEO sued over pro-Trump sign nets 'epic win for free speech'

Sticker Mule CEO Anthony Constantino celebrated a court victory after a judge revoked a temporary restraining order against his 100-foot "Vote for Trump" sign.

Illinois September 29, 2024

Controversial Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard facing eviction: report

Tiffany Henyard, the Democratic mayor of Dolton, Illinois, is reportedly facing eviction over unpaid rent as she deals with claims of lavish spending on the taxpayer's dime.

Oregon September 24, 2024

Oregon mistakenly registered nearly 1,260 possible noncitizens to vote, DMV admits

After an Oregon law allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses took effect, the state mistakenly added 1,259 possible noncitizens to the voter rolls.

Media September 23, 2024

Texas attorney general challenges liberal county's guaranteed income program, calls it a 'welfare scheme'

A Texas county's guaranteed income program is being challenged by Attorney General Ken Paxton after it was revived by county officials.

Florida September 3, 2024

Ritzy Florida beach town politician arrested for alleged DUI: 'I think the mayor is drunk'

Naples, Florida, Mayor Teresa Heitmann was arrested on Aug. 28 for allegedly driving under the influence with a blood-alcohol content of 0.155 and 0.169.