US Regions - Page 307

January 7

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison defends fraud prosecution, says office has done 'enough'

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison defended fraud prosecution efforts, calling Republican criticism political theater amid major scandal involving alleged COVID-era theft.

January 7

WATCH: Missing Florida child recovered after violent traffic stop and high-speed chase

A Florida traffic stop erupts into chaos as a sex offender allegedly fights deputies while a teen flees in a stolen truck, leading to a dangerous high-speed pursuit.

January 7

DeSantis launches Florida redistricting push to potentially add more GOP House seats

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a special session for congressional redistricting as red and blue states pursue map changes ahead of 2026 midterms.

January 7

Maryland dodges specifics in illegal immigrant voter-roll case as Congress vows to keep digging

Maryland Election Board Administrator Jared DeMarinis defends voter registration system but won't confirm if Ian Andre Roberts received absentee ballots or remains registered to vote.

January 7

GOP sees Minnesota Senate seat in play after Walz quits re-election amid massive fraud scandal

Republicans see opportunity in Minnesota's open Senate seat as fraud scandal rocks Democratic Party. GOP optimistic about flipping blue state in 2026.

January 7

California Post vows to hold state lawmakers accountable for wildfires ahead of launch

New media outlet California Post launches Jan. 26 as New York Post offshoot, promising alternative perspective to left-of-center narrative in California.

January 7

Federal judge presses Lindsey Halligan on why she is using US attorney title

Federal judge orders Lindsey Halligan to justify using official title after court ruled appointment as U.S. attorney unlawful.

January 7

Vivek Ramaswamy reveals running mate in Ohio governor’s race

Vivek Ramaswamy announces Ohio Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate for the 2026 Ohio governor's race, with a Cleveland rally planned.

January 7

Los Angeles Fire Department admits initial Palisades Fire report edited to protect leadership

LA fire chief admits Palisades Fire analysis was edited to protect department leadership from criticism in devastating California wildfire, report says.

January 7

Sen Amy Klobuchar says she's 'seriously considering' a gubernatorial bid

While Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is abandoning his run for re-election, Sen. Amy Klobuchar told CNN she is "seriously considering" a run for governor.