National

Race Day Live (Tampa, FL) – A legislator’s plan would prohibit some Florida public institutions from enrolling undocumented students. A Florida lawmaker has introduced legislation that would prohibit several public colleges and universities from enrolling unauthorized immigrants as students. The plan comes a day after Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a special legislative session to help … Read more

Race Day Live (Denver, CO) – Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has vetoed legislation that would relax limitations on syringe exchange locations, a day after it was approved by city council. The proposal, which failed 8-5 on Monday, would have lifted the city’s cap of three exchange sites and eliminated the requirement that the facilities be … Read more

Race Day Live (Oklahoma, 2025) – A total of approximately $715 million worth of merchandise was sold by medical marijuana shops in the state of Oklahoma in 2024, resulting in tens of millions of dollars in tax income for the state. A 7% excise tax on medical marijuana sales brought in an additional $24.5 million … Read more

Race Day Live (Portland, OR) – Oregon homeowners who live in high-risk wildfire regions specified by the state must now follow stricter building regulations and reduce vegetation surrounding their homes, according to new “wildfire hazard maps” released Tuesday. The maps’ release comes after a record-breaking wildfire season last year and firestorms in 2020, which killed … Read more

Race Day Live (Sacramento, CA) – California Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled a $322 billion budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year, marking a significant turnaround after two years of budget shortfalls. The proposal, announced Monday, comes without a deficit, a hopeful sign for the nation’s most populous state. However, the budget serves largely as … Read more

Race Day Live (California, 2025) –  California lawmakers are suggesting measures aimed at safeguarding K-12 students and their families from mass deportations, though the actual impact of these proposals might be more symbolic than practical. Two legislative proposals, AB 49 and SB 48, seek to prevent federal agents from apprehending undocumented students or their families … Read more

Race Day Live , (Washington, January 2025) – Both sides are gearing up for the next round in court in the fight over Washington state’s law prohibiting the sale, attempted sale, manufacture and distribution of high-capacity magazines that hold more than 10 rounds. The case of the State of Washington v. Gator’s Custom Guns Inc. … Read more

Race Day Live , (California, January 2025) – San Francisco implements ban on cash welfare for drug users who decline treatment San Francisco has implemented a ban on county-funded cash assistance for individuals with substance abuse disorders who decline to participate in treatment. Measure F, which received voter approval in March 2024, pertains to the … Read more

Race Day Live , (Norfolk, VA) – Virginia enacts new legislation increase in vehicle insurance costs A recent law in Virginia is leading to higher car insurance costs for some drivers, leaving them shocked. “I already spend enough money as it is, and I don’t have anything on my record.” said one driver. “Wow, that’s … Read more

Race Day Live , (Las Vegas, NV) – Nevada residents will ring in the new year with some financial relief, thanks to a new tax policy. Starting January 1, 2025, diapers will be exempt from sales tax, following the approval of Question 5 on the 2024 ballot. This measure received overwhelming support, with 69% of … Read more