Pennsylvania Republicans revive the independent state legislature theory to challenge automatic voter registration, Democrats say recent arms sales to Israel lacked congressional approval and election year politics could kill a bipartisan border bill.

Study: 40% of voters willing to cross party lines on local issues; Harris prepares for the showdown she's long sought with Trump as he takes more informal approach; AR volunteers prepare for National Voter Registration Day; Iowa seeks to remove dangerous lead water pipes.

Trump promotes a government shutdown over false claims of noncitizens voting, Democrats say Project 2025 would harm the nation's most vulnerable public school students and Texas AG Paxton sues to shut down voter registration efforts.

A new roadmap for clean energy that prioritizes PA union workers; Father of accused Georgia shooter charged with two counts of second-degree murder; Ohio reacts to Biden's investment in rural electrification; Rural residents more likely to consider raw milk to be safe.

Vice President Harris condemns gun violence following a high school shooting in Georgia. The U.S. Attorney General addresses Russia's latest attempts at election interference; and former President Trump finally admits he lost the 2020 election.

Climate solutions for the future of coffee; DOJ says right-wing influencers were duped to work for covert Russian influence operation; Controversy erupts over Ohio's proposed drop-box ban; Polis taps nation's strongest water-quality protections for 15 CO rivers.

Ways cited to increase voter engagement, turnout in TN ahead of Nov. 5; In a first, Phoenix hits 100 straight days of 100-degree heat; Climate activists along TX coast want LNG ban; Coaching beyond the game for student growth in Ohio and elsewhere.

Fallen Sergeant's family confronts VP Harris. Utah pushes to toss maps; Johnson supports Ohio redistricting. Arizona braces for election deniers, and Virginia workers fear 'Project 2025.'

NC woman sheds light on medical mistreatment of Black mothers; ID program aims to grow teacher numbers across the state; Power cut to 245 homes in coastal California communities where landslides are worsening; UNH works to make 'first gen' students feel right at home.

CHIPS Act opportunity to set standard for good Colorado jobs; Israelis erupt in protest to demand a cease-fire after 6 more hostages die in Gaza; New PA labor report reveals economic progress, challenges; Proposals ending taxes on tips have mixed results for NYers.

Vice President Harris says she'd consider a bipartisan cabinet should she win in November, Louisiana is the latest state to push the false claim of noncitizen voters, and incidents of 'swatting' contribute to an increasingly toxic political culture.

Layoffs at CA immigration services center lead to protests; Trump: Six-week abortion limit is "too short"; WV voters worried about abortion care, reproductive health access; IL Latino communities advocate for a cleaner environment.

A recent Supreme Court decision could shape animal farm regulations, the power of unmarried women may shape Ohio's 2024 vote, and a controversial Midwest oil pipeline project moves to its next phase after public comment wraps up.

MI mother defends IVF amid ban concerns; Trump Videos at Arlington Stir More Fallout After Gravesite Visit; U.S. Supreme Court decision could shape animal farm regulations; CA tribes ask Newsom to sign bill on co-management of lands, waters.

As Baltimore City sees record heat this summer, local efforts ramp up to combat the 'urban heat island' effect; Donald Trump's Jan. 6 charges are renewed despite SCOTUS immunity ruling; MN's new free tuition program resets path for tribal students; What an extra $15,000 a year means for a rural KY grocery.

Union workers cry foul over layoffs at immigration service centers. Special counsel urges appeals court to reinstate classified documents case against Trump; Fed grant supports OR tribal youth conservation training; NV lawmakers will consider changes to state elections process.

GA juveniles left behind despite sentencing reforms; Rice University student killed in apparent murder-suicide on first day of class; U of Maine study reveals pathways for U.S. seafood independence; TX climate activists target Wall Street.

The fracking boom in PA raises health and environmental concerns; Hurricane Hone brings heavy rain and damaging winds to Hawaii's Big Island; Experts: Utility disconnections in extreme weather harm communities; MT group uses the co-op model to take on the housing crisis.

ID city's 'non-sanctuary' status threatens most vulnerable, critics say; Trump uses a stretch of border wall and a pile of steel beams in AZ to contrast with Democrats; FL's hidden agenda: Developments in state parks spark public outcry; and new bill in Congress would improve end-of-life care.

Atlanta meeting focuses on the role of community health centers, health care issues; Harris strikes balance on Gaza at DNC, in her most extended remarks on war; With help of federal aid, MN 'green building' projects take flight; Report: Alabama juveniles left behind despite sentencing reforms.

Unionized Kentucky AT&T workers continue to strike amid safety concerns; RFK Jr. plans to drop out of 2024 presidential race and endorse Trump; Ranked-choice voting in the spotlight after vote-splitting in WA primary; MN cement mason bootcamp pays off for Tribal youths.

Missourians positive on state, concerned about cost of living, health care; 'That's my dad!': Gus Walz has an emotional reaction during Tim Walz's DNC speech; NM's Just Transition: No community left behind, everyone shares benefits; WV city OKs measure reducing jail time, fees for marijuana possession.

Gen Z mobilizes as Kamala Harris energizes Hoosier Democrats; Texas delegates at DNC excited about the future; ME mass shooting report exposes failure in Army, law enforcement and hospital responses; NY activists take action on companies causing climate change.

President Joe Biden addresses the Democratic National Convention, U.S. intelligence confirms Iranian hacking attempts on presidential campaigns, and severe storms in the Northeast caused historic flooding. Arkansas faces Medicaid coverage challenges, Biden administration targets high drug prices, and Minnesota introduces a climate adaptation tool.