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Column: Gov. Green’s policy shortcomings, lax oversight are concerns

Hawaii is home to families who stay for more than the weather and beaches. They stay for the culture and community. But those local families are being squeezed by high housing costs, homelessness and … more

None (via Honolulu Star-Advertiser) | 11/1/26

Column: The political machine revs up for more Honolulu rail taxes

The counties are expected to push hard in next year’s Legislature for a forever extension of the 0.5% general excise tax surcharge that started out as a 15-year tax to build Honolulu rail and later … more

David Shapiro (via Honolulu Star-Advertiser) | 11/1/26

Court breaks impasse over elections commission meetings

The Hawaii Supreme Court has broken a “Catch-22” dilemma that has prevented the state Elections Commission from holding monthly meetings since its last one in June. more

Andrew Gomes (via Honolulu Star-Advertiser) | 11/1/26

Littwin: In a fever dream election, Republicans in Colorado’s four red districts have much to lose

Columnist Mike Littwin writes that in a fever dream election, analysts rate traditional GOP strongholds in play amid a gathering political tsunami that could further weaken the party. more

Mike Littwin (via The Colorado Sun) | 11/1/26

Tax department ‘whistleblower’ now under investigation after director cleared of allegations

State Tax Director Gary Suganuma has been cleared of allegations he had violated the Department of Taxation’s Workplace Violence Action Plan and various executive branch policies regarding … more

Dan Nakaso (via Honolulu Star-Advertiser) | 11/1/26

Nicolais: Monica Martinez will score plenty of goals on Denver’s City Council

I have played pickup soccer for years with the at-large candidate and can vouch for her as a terrific pick for Denverites more

Mario Nicolais (via The Colorado Sun) | 11/1/26

Cómo los activistas del Sindicato de Trabajadores Culinarios están cambiando opiniones en las puertas de las casas de todo el Valle de Las Vegas

Betty Snowden tiene letreros de “No se admiten vendedores” en el jardín de su casa en Henderson, pero abrió la puerta de todos modos. more

Ava Chatlosh (via Las Vegas Sun) | 11/1/26

Daylight saving time 2026 ended today. Here's what time the clocks changed and more key details.

Millions of Americans gained an hour of sleep this weekend when the time change commonly known as daylight saving ended for 2026, meaning clocks "fell back." more

Alex Sundby (via CBS Atlanta) | 11/1/26

How Culinary canvassers are changing minds on doorsteps across the Las Vegas Valley

Canvassing is a strategy meant to win elections and increase turnout. But for Culinary member Roxanne Perez-Guzman, that isn’t ... more

Ava Chatlosh (via Las Vegas Sun) | 11/1/26

What to expect in Nevada on Election Day

Nevada voters will elect leaders for federal, state and other offices on Tuesday. Here are some of the key facts about the election and data points the AP Decision Team will monitor as the votes are … more

Associated Press (via Las Vegas Sun) | 11/1/26

“Making Sense of Slavery”: The challenging evolution of how America tells its story

In "Making Sense of Slavery," Scott Spillman charts historical scholarship from American independence to the 1619 Project — and beyond. more

Scott Spillman (via The Colorado Sun) | 11/1/26

Explore Books suggests stories from faraway lands

The staff from Explore Books in Aspen recommends nonfiction from Albania, a Russian tale and a fantasy about God's will. more

Explore Books (via The Colorado Sun) | 11/1/26

English children’s homes are in crisis. Does Denmark hold the answers?

UK children’s minister Josh MacAlister has travelled to Copenhagen to see what can be learned from Danish systemIn a quiet suburb on the outskirts of Copenhagen sits a large white house, set back … more

Jessica Murray Social affairs correspondent (via Guardian) | 11/1/26

Missed the voter registration deadline? King County Vote Centers can still help you vote

Pramila Jayapal joined Seattle canvassers Saturday after campaigning nationwide, while Republican challenger Nirav Sheth pushed his message on local issues. more

Via KING5 | 10/31/26

Texas Senate race heats up as James Talarico rallies hundreds in Houston ahead of Election Day

Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton are locked in a tight race as both parties rally voters across Texas. more

Via KHOU 11 - Local News | 10/31/26

Ken Paxton appears to cancel final rally of his “Come and Take It” tour at the Alamo

Paxton’s campaign initially said he would close his get-out-the-vote push at the landmark. Instead, his campaign schedule lists events in North Texas on the eve of Election Day. more

Kayla Guo (via Texas Tribune) | 10/31/26

Election workers describe toll of DOJ threats in court filings

California election officials described the Trump administration’s legal threats as having consequences on their mental health, according to court papers. more

Via ABC News USA | 10/31/26

The 6 races that could decide Senate control

The midterm tug-of-war for Senate control will come down to half a dozen coin-toss contests, giving both parties a path to the upper chamber majority. All six seats rated as “toss-ups” by DDHQ … more

Julia Mueller and The Hill (via KGET) | 10/31/26

'The dumbest thing Kansas has ever done': Kansas gov. and GOP leader feud over failure to expand Medicaid

Kansas is only one of 10 states that has yet to expand the Medicaid program, and Kansas Governor Laura Kelly is placing the blame on one Republican lawmaker. more

Brayden Day (via KSN-TV) | 10/31/26

The 6 races that could decide Senate control

The midterm tug-of-war for Senate control will come down to half a dozen coin-toss contests, giving both parties a path to the upper chamber majority. All six seats rated as “toss-ups” by DDHQ … more

Julia Mueller and The Hill (via KSN-TV) | 10/31/26