The Illinois State Board of Elections continues to maintain its 2026 candidate portal as candidates and political committees navigate the general-election cycle ahead of the Nov. 3 statewide vote.
Cleveland requested consultant proposals for a planned redesign of East 55th Street between Outhwaite Avenue and North Marginal Road, including a center turn lane, separated bike lanes and crossing upgrades.
Maryland’s General Assembly began a three-day special session Aug. 3 to consider legal standards for future congressional redistricting, with any approved changes expected to apply in 2028 rather than the 2026 midterms.
The Jefferson City Council approved resolutions tied to a proposed conference center on July 7, moving the municipal project closer to construction while key details remain unresolved in the available reporting.
The Maryland Cycling Classic will not be held in 2026. Organizers cited insufficient time after rebuilding the event’s organizational structure and said they hope to return in 2027.
New Jersey adopted its fiscal 2027 budget on June 30, one day before the new fiscal year began. The plan was reported at approximately $60.7 billion.
Gov. Josh Stein’s office listed four August 2026 observances in the state proclamation archive, including three monthlong recognitions and World Breastfeeding Week.
Burlington has formed a 12-member committee to help select its next permanent police chief, beginning a process that will be supported by the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Warwick’s annual National Night Out is scheduled for Aug. 4 at Rocky Point State Park, with free family activities, public-safety demonstrations and vendor proceeds supporting Police Athletic League youth programs.
Raleigh will hold a virtual pre-advertisement meeting Aug. 12 for the New Bern Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project, an upcoming procurement step for the 5.1-mile corridor.