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Recent Examples of localitiesThe ruling allowed Oregon and dozens of other Western localities to limit where individuals living in cars, parks and other encampments stayed.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
21 Oct. 2026 In the 2022 election, these lists’ constituent parties received approximately 86% of the votes cast in Arab localities.—
Tamir Sorek,
The Conversation,
20 Oct. 2026 Berkowicz, 65, opposes Illinois’ sanctuary-state law and believes the state imposes too many mandates on localities.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Oct. 2026 In that scenario, energy companies and the localities seeking to recoup funds for climate change damages would remain in legal limbo.—
Henry Gass,
Christian Science Monitor,
5 Oct. 2026 Supreme Court Updates Follow for the latest on the court as the justices consider whether states and localities can try to hold oil companies responsible for damages from climate change.—New York Times,
4 Oct. 2026 The justices have been asked to determine whether states and localities have the ability to sue fossil fuel companies for damages caused by the effects of climate change, or whether federal law precludes such lawsuits.—
Callie Patteson,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Oct. 2026 The outcome of the case could impact scores of similar lawsuits brought by states and localities against fossil-fuel producers alleging violations of state law.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
28 Sep. 2026 Reuters has separately reported that the administration is seeking a larger role in elections, which are primarily administered by states and localities.—Los Angeles Times,
27 Sep. 2026
In addition to Baby’s, Jones opened New York City venues including Night Club 101, Elvis Guesthouse, the Dance, and Funny Bar.
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Alex Suskind,
Pitchfork,
19 Oct. 2026
But what Indiana football did for the school is provide hope that everything that has transpired over the last two years in one sport, can be done again across multiple venues across campus.
Two years ago, the judges ruled that cities can ban people from sleeping and camping in public places.
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Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
21 Oct. 2026
In a city where change is constant — especially in the food and beverage scene — Charlotte’s classic restaurants are among the most beloved places to gather with family and friends or stop in for a comforting bite to eat.