Woodbury County Moves to Court Over Salix Annexation Process
County officials have filed a petition for judicial review, arguing the city's land‑annexation procedures violated Iowa law.
Jul 15, 2026 · 5 min readPolitics
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Starmer to face final Prime Minister’s Questions before stepping down next week
The Labour leader’s last parliamentary question session marks the end of his tenure as UK prime minister.
Jul 15, 2026 · 3 min readSouth Carolina Governor Appoints Darline Graham to Complete Late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Term
Senator Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to fill the remainder of his U.S. Senate seat as the GOP scrambles…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readHouse approves bill to make daylight saving time permanent, moving it closer to law
The measure cleared the House, advancing the push to keep clocks advanced year‑round pending Senate action.
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readTom Hill Named Permanent Chief of Police for Goose Creek
After serving 21 years with the department, Tom Hill was promoted to chief and his appointment was ratified by the town council.
Jul 15, 2026 · 3 min readAdrian Tam Joins Race for State House District 24 in 2026 Primary
The former educator and community organizer announces his candidacy as Honolulu’s Civil Beat releases his Q&A ahead of the June primary.
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readKim Coco Iwamoto launches bid for State House District 25 amid housing and climate debate
Former Honolulu City Council member Kim Coco Iwamoto outlines her priorities and campaign strategy in a detailed Q&A ahead of the 2026…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readDarline Graham Sworn In to Complete Late Senator Lindsey Graham’s Term
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed the late senator’s sister, Darline Graham, to serve the remainder of the U.S. Senate seat until the…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readSenate Democrats Halt $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Over Iran War Funding
Democratic senators used a procedural vote to block the FY 2025 defense authorization, saying the measure could bankroll a war in Iran and…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readReflecting Pool at Lincoln Memorial Drained Again as Trump Administration Resumes Repairs
The iconic pool was emptied for a second round of concrete and filtration work, prompting preservation concerns and political commentary.
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readHouse Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent
The GOP‑led chamber approved legislation that would lock the nation into year‑round daylight saving time, sparking bipartisan debate over health, safety and…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readSenate Democrats Halt $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Over Iran Conflict
Democrats blocked the annual National Defense Authorization Act, citing concerns about the war in Iran and the bill’s integration of Israel‑related provisions.
Jul 15, 2026 · 5 min readHouse passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The U.S. House approved legislation that would end the twice‑yearly clock change, keeping daylight saving time year‑round.
Jul 15, 2026 · 5 min readLindsey Graham’s sister Darline Graham sworn in to finish his Senate term
South Carolina Governor appointed Darline Graham Nordone to serve the remainder of Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat, sparking both praise and criticism.
Jul 15, 2026 · 3 min readSubpoenas to New York Times reporters labeled unprecedented threat to press freedom
Legal demands for reporters’ notes have sparked alarm among press‑rights groups and raise fresh First Amendment questions.
Jul 15, 2026 · 3 min readFormer MP Ann Widdecombe killed in police‑described targeted attack
UK counter‑terrorism units say the death of the former Conservative politician and TV personality was a pre‑meditated assault.
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readHouse Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent, Senate Moves Forward
Congress approved the Sunshine Protection Act, which would keep the United States on daylight‑saving time year‑round, sparking debate over energy, health and…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min readJudge Issues Gag Order in Vinton County Child Endangerment Case Involving Gary Siders Jr.
A Vinton County judge placed a gag order on all parties in the child endangerment case against Gary Siders Jr., citing privacy…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min read