Skip to content
ReportWire

Breaking News & Top Current Stories – Latest US News and News from Around the World

Tag: local-politics

Fourth annual Day of Remembrance at SJSU emphasizes activism and solidarity

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 · San Francisco, California Local News

Gordon Yamate, who serves on the Los Gatos Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission, spoke about inspiring solidarity and activism for a panel at this year’s Day of Remembrance…

Read more Fourth annual Day of Remembrance at SJSU emphasizes activism and solidarity

Crowded Republican field lines up to take on Democrat Don Davis

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

It’s a small group at the Nashville Exchange in Nash County on a Monday night, a little more than two weeks before the North Carolina primary election. But…

Read more Crowded Republican field lines up to take on Democrat Don Davis

Anna Maria City Pier set for comeback after $2 million county approval

February 24, 2026February 25, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County commissioners have approved a grant of up to $2 million to help rebuild the Anna Maria City Pier. In total, it’s a $7…

Read more Anna Maria City Pier set for comeback after $2 million county approval

School board OKs closings, consolidations to adjust to declining enrollment

February 24, 2026February 25, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LARGO, Fla. — Tuesday, the Pinellas County Schools board unanimously approved a series of proposals to close and consolidate a handful of schools. The move, the district officials say, will…

Read more School board OKs closings, consolidations to adjust to declining enrollment

Despite some public objections, Palmetto approves teen curfew

February 23, 2026February 24, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PALMETTO, Fla. — Despite some pushback from the community, members of the Palmetto City Commission voted 4-1 Monday to adopt a new curfew ordinance for minors. What You…

Read more Despite some public objections, Palmetto approves teen curfew

Florida cabinet set to vote on land gift to Hillsborough College

February 23, 2026February 24, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — The Florida Cabinet are expected to vote Tuesday on gifting Hillsborough College 22 acres of land. The move would give the college the land needed for…

Read more Florida cabinet set to vote on land gift to Hillsborough College

N.C. toy store owner says impact of Supreme Court tariff decision is unclear

February 20, 2026February 22, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that many of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal. A toy store owner in Charlotte says after the past year’s…

Read more N.C. toy store owner says impact of Supreme Court tariff decision is unclear

Report: Florida Cabinet to discuss gift of 22 acres to Hillsborough College

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet are considering giving Hillsborough College 22 acres of land. The move would give the college the land needed for…

Read more Report: Florida Cabinet to discuss gift of 22 acres to Hillsborough College

St. Pete Mayor Welch delivers State of the City

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch delivered his State of the City address on Wednesday. He took a look back at storm recovery, affordable housing…

Read more St. Pete Mayor Welch delivers State of the City

City officials use first meeting to take stock of city seawalls

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla, — St. Petersburg city officials are one step closer to developing a plan about what improvements will take place for miles of seawall around the…

Read more City officials use first meeting to take stock of city seawalls

Stronger Seawalls: St. Pete wants community input before launching master plan

February 16, 2026February 17, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETE, Fla. — The city of St. Pete wants input from the community before moving forward with creating a plan that would strengthen 15 miles of city-owned…

Read more Stronger Seawalls: St. Pete wants community input before launching master plan

Polk County approves nearly $2M contract for new well water supply

February 16, 2026February 17, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County leaders are looking for ways to keep up with the influx of people moving to the area. They recently approved a nearly…

Read more Polk County approves nearly $2M contract for new well water supply

Cape Canaveral prepares to improve their infrastructure as launch rates increase

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — One city is bracing for the effects of more and more rocket launches from our Space Coast. With 2025 a record-setting year, and 2026…

Read more Cape Canaveral prepares to improve their infrastructure as launch rates increase

AI, property tax bills garnering attention as legislature meets halfway point

February 15, 2026February 16, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Lawmakers are in the second half of the legislative session in Tallahassee, and among the mountain of legislation being considered, a number of bills addressing…

Read more AI, property tax bills garnering attention as legislature meets halfway point

Polk County limits number of speakers for general public comment

February 13, 2026February 14, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — New changes are coming to Polk County commission meetings. What You Need To Know Polk County commissioners voted unanimously to limit general public comment on…

Read more Polk County limits number of speakers for general public comment

Decision approaching on possible Tampa Bay MPO merger

February 12, 2026February 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Thirty-five years after it was first discussed, a decision on merging three of Tampa Bay’s metropolitan planning organizations may be on the horizon.  “We…

Read more Decision approaching on possible Tampa Bay MPO merger

Foreclosure complaint filed against Elements on Third owner

February 11, 2026February 14, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — People who live at the Elements on Third apartment complex say they’ve dealt with everything from maintenance issues to a possible water shut-off that…

Read more Foreclosure complaint filed against Elements on Third owner

Pinellas Park officials approve golf carts ordinance

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Pinellas Park leaders have passed a new ordinance defining where you can and cannot drive golf carts. It was a unanimous vote at Tuesday’s…

Read more Pinellas Park officials approve golf carts ordinance

Pasco County voters may be asked to extend school tax

February 11, 2026February 12, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. — In November, Pasco County voters may have a decision to make: Continue paying a school tax referendum, or let it expire.  In 2022, Pasco…

Read more Pasco County voters may be asked to extend school tax

Polk County landscaper advises residents on new watering schedule

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County Utilities is one of the latest utilities working to preserve water across the Tampa Bay area. What You Need To Know Polk County…

Read more Polk County landscaper advises residents on new watering schedule
© 2026 . All rights reserved.