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Alabama July 19, 2023

Alabama lawmakers to negotiate lease terms on a new Statehouse

A committee has been appointed to negotiate a lease agreement on a new Alabama Statehouse in dire need, as the current building lacks space and is covered in mold.

North Carolina June 8, 2023

North Carolina approves legislation allowing American Indian students to wear cultural items at graduation

Legislation granting permission for American Indian students in North Carolina schools to wear culturally significant items during their graduation ceremonies has received final approval.

Georgia May 1, 2023

Georgia begins issuing second year of income tax refunds

The Georgia governor has issued the first of a projected $1 billion of state income tax refunds, which are automatic for anyone who filed a 2021 and 2022 tax return.

North Carolina April 21, 2023

North Carolina Rep. Bradford joins state treasurer's field

North Carolina Rep. John Bradford has joined the race to become the next state treasurer. Bradford owns a property management software company and is in his fourth General Assembly term.

California April 13, 2023

California lawmakers forced to cancel session due to credible threat

California lawmakers were forced to cancel their Thursday session due to a credible threat. The staff was notified about the threat against the Capitol building by the California Highway Patrol.

Virginia April 12, 2023

Virginia legislators considering Gov. Youngkin amendments, vetoes

Virginia legislators are considering Gov. Glenn Youngkin proposed amendments, and vetoes during a one-day session. Some of the changes are set to be small and technical.

World October 13, 2022

UN condemns Russia's 'attempted illegal annexation' of four Ukraine regions; Zelenskyy, Biden applaud vote

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy applauded the UN General Assembly after the world body overwhelmingly passed a resolution condemning Russia's annexation of four regions.

General Assembly September 22, 2022

At UN General Assembly, US Coast Guard, NYPD boats guard the water

The UN General Assembly is taking place in New York City this week. Protective measures are heavy, with barricades surrounding the UN building and boats protecting the water.

General Assembly September 21, 2022

Iranian president claims 'America trampled upon the nuclear accord,' wants to revive nuclear deal

The President of Iran announced at the U.N. General Assembly that Iran is serious about reviving a deal to limit its nuclear program, but is skeptical of the U.S. keeping its promises.

New York September 19, 2022

NY surrounds UN headquarters with barricades ahead of UN General Assembly meeting

Ahead of the U.N. General Assembly meeting in New York, the NYPD has made it clear the security will be tighter than usual, with barricades surrounding the U.N. headquarters.

UNITED NATIONS August 4, 2022

Senators, experts urge Biden to deny visa to Iran's president ahead of UN General Assembly

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi did not attend last year's General Assembly, and he has remained a difficult figure during negotiations on a nuclear deal.