Judge pauses deadline for federal workers to accept Trump's resignation offer; CA state lawmakers take action to enact safeguards against federal immigration enforcement; Study shows air quality disparities from industrial ag in NC.

Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports, directing DOJ to enforce; Educators voice concern for PA immigrant student protections; WA rent stabilization bills have huge public support; ME benefits from $2.2 billion in federal clean energy investments.

Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr nominations clear committees; ID lawmakers seek to increase barriers for passing voter initiatives; Factory farm advocates' blind spot on food system reforms; Georgia's school mental health report card reveals urgent gaps; OH group wants federal accountability for Lake Erie phosphorus reduction.

Canada and Mexico agree with Trump to postpone tariffs by at least 30 days; Indiana steps up to get the lead out; UW study: Rural women have it harder with menopause; Cost of living tops Denver lawmaker's priorities.

Canada and Mexico impose tariffs in response to Trump's trade policies, 55 victims identified including 3rd military pilot in fatal D.C. mid-air collision, and lawmakers in Montana, Nebraska, and Wisconsin are addressing gender laws, crypto regulations and violence prevention.

Both black boxes recovered in aftermath of deadly DC midair collision; Advocates call on AL lawmakers for prison reform; Path to Medicaid expansion in MS remains uncertain; Trump nominee Gabbard faces tough questions from Republicans; US elected officials file a legal motion opposing end to birthright citizenship.

Transgender service members challenge Trump's military ban; Federal grant freeze could shake fair housing in Montana; Denver nonprofit tackles food waste, hunger; Nonprofit brings light to tribal lands in Arizona.

Trump administration will offer all 2 million federal workers a buyout to resign; IN pushes notification law for immigration arrests; CO lawmakers stand up for immigrants; Federal judge blocks Trump federal spending freeze after a day of chaos; NY & US face high costs if proposed Trump tariffs take effect.

DOJ fires officials involved in Trump prosecutions by special counsel Jack Smith; U.S. Supreme Court declines MT voting rights case; IN lawmakers back $45K minimum teacher pay; Work requirements could be coming for AR Medicaid recipients.

Trump imposes tariffs, sanctions on Colombia after it refuses deportation flights; LA community group wins suit against parish for open meeting violations; St. Louis shelters face higher demand, fewer donations during cold snap; Nonprofits work to meet long-term needs after LA fires; Montana bill seeks state panel on food safety.