The Anchorage Assembly censured George Martinez on July 21, while a separate proposal to begin removal proceedings was postponed until the Aug. 4 meeting.
The City of Wilmington announced a rent-escrow program on July 21, 2026, creating a local process for eligible tenants in documented repair and habitability disputes.
Miami voters will consider the proposed Safe and Ready Miami bond authorization of up to $450 million at the city’s Aug. 18, 2026, special election.
Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed nine bills on July 2, including measures on school book removals, fees for out-of-state visitors, abortion-related conscientious-objector protections and tenant security deposits.
Bridgeport’s next scheduled election is the August 11, 2026 primary. The Registrar of Voters lists July 21 for absentee-ballot availability and July 24 as the registration and enrollment cutoff, subject to statutory exceptions.
Gov. Tina Kotek invoked Oregon’s Emergency Conflagration Act for the Akawa Butte and Brewer fires, authorizing the state fire marshal to mobilize mutual-aid resources after local officials sought assistance.
Miami voters are scheduled to decide Aug. 18 whether the city can enter a proposed 40-year management agreement with Global Spectrum for Miami Marine Stadium and authorize up to $10 million for restoration.
San Diego’s City Clerk will hold a public random drawing Aug. 5 to set ballot order for City Council races in districts 2, 4, 6 and 8 ahead of the Nov. 3 general municipal election.
The Providence Redevelopment Agency approved $2.2 million for three affordable-housing developments totaling 70 identified units in South Providence, Mount Hope and the West End.
Portland Public Schools has issued layoff notices to 87 educators as it begins a broader workforce reduction tied to a reduced 2026–27 operating budget and a significant financial shortfall.