A newly formed Charter Review Commission in Santa Fe has named a former councilor and an adviser among its members. Their primary goal is to study how power is shared between the mayor and the city councilors.

Surging oil prices linked to the escalating war with Iran have rattled energy markets, jumping over 9% and threatening the profitability of U.S. airlines. With fuel hedging largely abandoned, many carriers are now exposed to sudden cost spikes, leaving only a small group able to remain profitable.

ShoreRivers is gearing up to deliver its annual State of the Rivers updates this spring. The organization will focus on five major waterways, spotlighting critical water quality findings and highlighting the region’s environmental priorities. Local stakeholders can expect these results in a series of presentations starting next month.

Jefferson County’s Board has officially included solar power in its zoning ordinance, ending a couple of years of ongoing debates. This landmark decision sets the stage for further business and environmental developments in the region.

McGowan’s campaign for Iowa’s Fourth Congressional District has submitted over 3,600 ballot petition signatures to the Iowa Secretary of State. This move underscores the organizational momentum behind the candidate and positions him for greater visibility in the upcoming election season.

In this letter-based opinion piece, the author examines the crucial responsibilities of a U.S. senator and highlights how Janet Mills’ track record far exceeds Graham Platner’s. Citing the importance of life experience and legislative achievements, the letter underscores why Mills stands out in fulfilling a senator’s vital role.

Travelers across the United States faced daunting delays at airports this weekend, with some security lines stretching for hours. Amid a partial government shutdown, federal Transportation Security Administration employees continue to work without pay, while San Francisco International Airport bucks the trend by using private screeners.

As spring beckons, authorities in Troy are using the warmer weather to evaluate an exceptionally demanding winter. They plan to refine their snow control strategy after facing more seasonal challenges than usual.

In its first six days, the Iran war has racked up a staggering $11.3 billion, Defense Department officials recently told lawmakers. The confidential estimate, shared behind closed doors, left some senators reeling and raised questions about the conflict’s accelerating costs.

The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce has released a new plan to tackle decades of pollution from the Tijuana River. Through a five-pillar strategy, the chamber aims to bring a binational framework to address an environmental crisis that continues to affect South San Diego County communities.

China, the world’s top crude oil and LNG importer, has strategically built up oil stockpiles, diversified supply routes, and promoted electrification. These measures make it notably more resilient to disruptions, especially those arising from the crisis in the Middle East.

A recent report reveals that federal agencies can purchase phone location data advertised for commercial use. Though the article’s full details are restricted to paid plans, it raises serious privacy concerns and offers pointers on limiting such tracking.

Even as conflict unfolds in Iran, NATO forces have turned their attention to the Arctic, where U.S. nuclear submarines are engaged in Operation Ice Camp Boarfish. This large-scale drill underscores the growing strategic importance of the Arctic in global military planning.

A critical minerals mine in the Patagonia Mountains may soon spread onto Coronado National Forest land. This potential move is supported by a draft decision from the U.S. Forest Service, marking a critical update in the mine’s development.

A renewed effort to remove $3.5 million in school choice scholarships from Nebraska’s budget has emerged, led by State Senator Tom Brandt. The amendment targets the state’s mainline budget bill and reopens a debate around educational funding.

A University of Iowa employee was demoted after being captured in an undercover video discussing the state’s laws on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Although the Board of Regents disciplined her, she remains employed at the university.

Two Russian bombers approaching Alaska prompted a swift and sizable response from the United States. Even while occupied in Iran, NORAD’s determined move highlights America’s commitment to protecting its airspace and projecting strength at home.

In a fiery Pentagon speech, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth touted what critics call a dangerously escalated show of force against Iran. The article from Activist Post portrays U.S. leadership as “deranged Armageddon cultists,” underscoring mounting concerns over militaristic rhetoric and its impact on civilians.

In a move to redefine executive authority, the Iowa House passed legislation preventing the governor from closing churches or businesses and barring future vaccine mandates. Lawmakers view this as an important adjustment to how emergency powers are executed, ensuring certain decisions remain subject to legislative approval.

The Wisconsin Council on Forestry has voted to write a letter urging the governor to support a biofuels incentive bill. The Council previously struggled to reach consensus, but it has now shifted to a united stance in favor of the legislative measure.

Amid concerns over new trade measures, multiple U.S. governors are urging Congress to block President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is among those voicing apprehension over the potential consequences for local economies.