State News

DENVER - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Governor's Residence and today Governor Polis invited Coloradans to join in the holiday cheer this year during the public holiday tours of the Governor's Residence on December 12th and...

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Eric Andresen and Crystal Long to the Texas Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.

STATEWIDE – Today, Governor Polis, Mayor Mike Johnston, Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) and the City and...
LOXAHATCHEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced proposal to protect puppies in Florida. In partnership with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the state will develop standard practices to ensure ethical dog breeding...
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —VISIT FLORIDA's 2024 Economic Impact of Tourism study revealed record-breaking economic contributions to Floridians from the state's tourism industry. New data confirm that travel and tourism generated $133.6 billion in economic...

DENVER - Today, Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera visited Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's (CDPHE) Mobile Public Health Clinic before spending the late afternoon serving meals at the Denver Rescue Mission's annual Thanksgiving...

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and First Lady Teresa Little invite all Idahoans to celebrate the holiday season at the Idaho Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 3. The free celebration will begin at 5:30 p.m. and includes entert

New initiative will bring together employer needs, education, and support services to help Coloradans achieve higher-wage, family-sustaining careers in growing fields DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis and philanthropy Arnold Ventures announced a...
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Gregory "Greg" Wilhelm as Judge of the 504th Judicial District Court in Ellis County, effective December 1, 2025, for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis and philanthropy Arnold Ventures announced a multimillion-dollar investment to help Coloradans enroll in and complete education programs that will position them for good jobs in skilled trade and health care...
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Richard "Rick" Bell as Judge of the 501st Judicial District Court in Fort Bend County, effective December 1, 2025, for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
STATEWIDE — As the Thanksgiving holiday ushers in the busy shopping season, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering a unique alternative to Black Friday shopping. On Friday, Nov. 28, CPW is excited to present "Fresh Air Friday," a day when...
Phoenix, AZ - Today, Governor Katie Hobbs announced the appointment of Debbie Johnston to lead the Arizona Department of Health Services. For the past 21 years, she has worked for the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA), focusing on...
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Mark Hanna as Judge of the 502nd Judicial District Court in Fort Bend County, effective December 1, 2025, for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Taylor Schrader and Donna Wright to the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. Taylor Schrader Schrader is the Assistant to the Governor and Director of Executive Staff...