A breakdown on why local governments from across Florida are suing the state over a recently passed law updating the state's emergency response laws.

The US government’s shutdown is shaking the nation at a time when public health staffing has already been reduced, the threat of disease outbreaks looms, and both the respiratory virus season and hurricane season are upon us.

The Center for Digital Government and Governing are cataloging practical, actionable ways to improve government efficiency.

Several states are betting it makes more financial sense to dip into their coffers to keep tourist dollars flowing during the funding standoff in Washington.

The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families says they're being forced to stop processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits or food stamp applications starting Wednesday because of the government shutdown.

The text messages claim to be surveying residents about local issues and ask for a response; the texts are not authentic and were not sent by the officials or candidates named, Iowa Secretary of State