Cheaper Chinese supply and softer demand are putting pressure on Wyoming’s soda ash industry, with some expansion plans delayed amid difficult market conditions.
wyofile.com · October 4, 2026A Wyoming legislative proposal would increase personal spending and asset allowances for nursing home residents on Medicaid. The changes have not yet been enacted.
wyofile.com · October 4, 2026Nurses across 10 SSM clinics in Dane County voted to unionize, with 71% of participating voters supporting representation. Contract negotiations are a separate next step.
wisconsinexaminer.com · October 4, 2026Milwaukee County’s board voted unanimously to remove Flock cameras from county parks by year’s end. Replacement options remain under discussion.
wisconsinexaminer.com · October 4, 2026A $4.4 million settlement will compensate children harmed in a case involving failures by West Virginia’s child protection system, according to West Virginia Watch.
westvirginiawatch.com · October 4, 2026Candidates for West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District outlined different legislative approaches to data centers, placing development policy among the campaign’s issues.
westvirginiawatch.com · October 4, 2026Washington’s statewide minimum wage will rise to $17.73 an hour on January 1, 2027. Some local jurisdictions set higher minimum rates.
washingtonstatestandard.com · October 4, 2026A preliminary court order allows some Washington immigrants receiving Supplemental Security Income to retain Medicaid as broader federal eligibility cuts take effect.
washingtonstatestandard.com · October 4, 2026Virginia regulators announced in-person and telephone opportunities for public testimony on the proposed Dominion–NextEra merger. The transaction still requires regulatory approvals.
virginiamercury.com · October 4, 2026Governor Abigail Spanberger outlined energy proposals aimed at meeting rising electricity demand while maintaining clean energy goals. Some measures require legislative approval.
virginiamercury.com · October 4, 2026