Utah Governor Cox signs bill banning public unions from collective bargaining
The governor signed HB267, a bill to ban public unions from collective bargaining, which the Legislature approved last week.
Commentary - Nebraska’s emphasis on intensive animal ag complicates bird flu fight
The virus has sickened dozens of people, decimated poultry populations, and infected dairy cows.
Utah lawmakers advance bill to withhold funds from SLC if its police don’t partner with state
Utah leaders gave the Salt Lake City mayor a choice — develop a plan to curb crime and increase safety, or the Legislature will step in.
Federal judge extends order blocking Musk and DOGE from Treasury payment systems
A federal judge extended an order blocking the Department of Government Efficiency from accessing the Department of Treasury’s payment systems
Indiana agricultural leaders push back on inspection plan
Indiana farm leaders are pushing back against a bill that would increase inspections at large livestock farms.
Officials monitor latest Arkansas bird flu outbreak
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investigating a bird flu outbreak at an Arkansas broiler operation.
Climate advocate: Trump EPA office closure harms environment
The Trump administration has started dismantling the Environmental Protection Agency's office dealing with reducing environmental harms.
Colorado Senate adds amendments to semi-automatic firearms bill
The Democratic-led Colorado Senate approved a bill early Friday to ban semi-automatic firearm sales in the state.
Bipartisan bill introduced to address cell phones in schools
Bipartisan support is growing for federal legislation addressing cell phones in schools.
Trump order could open Colorado national monuments for drilling
As the Trump administration considers oil, gas and mining on public lands, advocates warn that some places could be at risk.
