State Del. Luke Torian of Prince William County is the new chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus. Caucus members ...

The Maryland General Assembly passed three bills that aim to reform the state's criminal justice system. Gov. Wes Moore signed more than 90 bills into law after the end of the 2025 legislative session ...

After heavy lobbying from St. Johns County and St. Augustine, Sen. Tom Leek convinced his colleagues in Tallahassee to ...

Attorneys representing the NAACP and the state on Tuesday made arguments for and against the Legislature's plan to redraw several House and Senate districts.

A federal three-judge panel has heard arguments over whether the Mississippi Legislature’s proposed redistricting maps satisfy a court order that determined state officials diluted Black voting ...

Black political power and economic freedom require strong infrastructure. Learn how institutions like Joint Center for ...

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs key legislation to promote accessible telecommunications equipment and strengthen Maryland's ...

Before voters say whether they respect and trust a Hutson-run operation this fall, some will cast ballots to determine a big ...

Maryland legislators pass 880 bills during the 2025 session, including budget cuts, education funds, reparations commission, and consumer protection.

State Rep. Jason Lowe, of Oklahoma City, resigned on Monday as he prepares to join the Oklahoma County commission.

Book removals, DEI restrictions and more. There may be fewer bills targeting social issues in Florida this session, but there ...

As DEI attacks grow in U.S. and Texas, HBCUs can foster belonging and civic engagement, reps say. Here's why students want ...