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In Nebraska, a possible new dynamic emerges as blue cities push back against a red state government
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Arkansas' SNAP payment error rate could cost the state millions
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Politics: 2026Talks - June 29, 2026
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Judge finds Alaska Division of Elections’ removal of Dan J Sullivan from US Senate race unlawful
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Colorado gubernatorial candidates debate economic issues
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ICE plans to deport Colorado priest despite poor health and threats to safety in Uganda
Republicans sue Colorado to block votes by some overseas U.S. citizens
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FCC adopts new rules as states transition to Next Generation 911
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Colorado State Land Board partners with Pivot Energy to power state offices with community solar
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College sports bill making headway in US Senate but obstacles remain
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Nebraska Supreme Court rules voter data case is moot because feds already have records
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Kansas public officials fault election commissioner’s decision to close Johnson County voting sites
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Oregon lawsuit could upend federal management of public lands
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Great Plains tribes focus on a different anniversary as US celebrates its 250th
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New Mexico lawmaker urges tribes to reopen gaming compact to allow online sports betting
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Voters in deep blue California are souring on ballot measures that add new taxes
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Alaska judge hears arguments in appeal of state striking Dan J. Sullivan from U.S. Senate race
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Politics: 2026Talks - June 26, 2026