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Original reporting from statehouse journalists embedded in capitols across the country, plus national coverage of cross-state policy trends.

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Pluribus (50 States)

Pluribus News

Founded 2022

Pluribus News is a digital media outlet that provides comprehensive coverage of state-level public policy across the United States. Founded in 2022 by Reid Wilson, a seasoned political journalist, the platform focuses on the legislative activities and policy developments within state governments, recognizing their growing influence on national issues amid federal gridlock.

Arizona

Arizona Capitol Times

Founded 1906

Since 1906, Arizona Capitol Times has provided comprehensive, nonpartisan coverage of Arizona politics, policy, and the key figures who influence them. As the state’s leading policy and politics newsroom, it offers a range of exclusive tools and events to keep you informed and ahead.

Massachusetts

State House News Service

Founded 1894

The State House News Service is Massachusetts' premier, go-to source for comprehensive, granular, and non-partisan coverage of state government. The SHNS news team delivers real-time news and intel about proceedings of the state Legislature and the executive branch, providing policy professionals critical information and insights unavailable elsewhere.

Louisiana

LaPolitics

Founded 1993

LaPolitics Weekly is Louisiana’s premier insider political briefing, founded in 1993 by John Maginnis and now led by Jeremy Alford. It’s the go-to read for legislators, lobbyists, and campaign strategists.

California

State Affairs California

Founded 2024

State Affairs California delivers nonpartisan coverage of state-level policy and politics with on-the-ground journalists reporting directly from the state capitol — producing timely, high-signal insights that matter to you.

Georgia

State Affairs Georgia

Founded 2021

Our first newsroom founded by State Affairs delivers the latest nonpartisan news and insights driving Georgia politics. Stay connected with session coverage, agency insights, data analysis, playmaker profiles and more — to keep you ahead on the issues shaping our state.

Michigan

Gongwer - Michigan

Founded 1961

Gongwer Michigan covers legislative and administrative action with unmatched depth and insight. Its award-winning daily news report and best-in-class bill tracking system have made it Michigan's most trusted source for news and intelligence on state government and politics. Michigan's policy professionals who can't afford to miss a thing at the Capitol rely on Gongwer.

Pennsylvania

CapitolWire

Founded 1999

CapitolWire has been the trusted, nonpartisan source for real-time coverage of Pennsylvania politics since 1999. Serving insiders from Harrisburg to the Hill, it delivers daily, actionable intelligence on the General Assembly, Governor’s office, and courts.

Indiana

Howey Politics Indiana

Founded 1994

Founded in 1994 by Brian Howey, this nonpartisan newsroom is Indiana’s top source for political analysis. Its deep context and trusted tone make it essential for legislators, campaign pros, and insiders across the state.

Florida

State Affairs Florida

Founded 2026

State Affairs Florida provides complete coverage of the Legislature, the executive branch, regulatory agencies, courts and politics in the nation’s third-largest state. Its team of veteran journalists delivers daily breaking news, in-depth stories and a podcast to keep readers informed about the latest developments.

Kansas

Hawver’s Capitol Report

Founded 1993

Hawver’s Capitol Report has been Kansas’s definitive source for Statehouse news for over three decades, providing daily nonpartisan political news and legislative updates from Topeka. We don’t just cover the committee meetings and floor debates. We dig below the surface for in-depth analysis of policy decisions that affect government, businesses, and every day Kansans.

North Carolina

NC Insider

Founded 1993

With unique, original reporting from the hallways, committee rooms and legislative chambers where decisions are made, NC Insider has been the newsletter of record for North Carolina's public policy community for more than three decades. Featuring comprehensive daily calendars and curated rundowns from news partners across the state, it’s the morning must-read for professionals who can't afford to be surprised.

Ohio

Gongwer - Ohio

Founded 1906

Gongwer covers every floor debate, committee vote, and political maneuver with unmatched consistency and depth. With a daily report, bill tracking, and real-time alerts, it’s the gold standard for Ohio policy professionals who can’t afford to miss a thing.

Tennessee

The Tennessee Journal

Founded 1975

For more than 50 years, The Tennessee Journal has delivered concise, trusted political insight to the state’s top decision-makers. With both daily and weekly reports and the largest dedicated news staff in the state Capitol, the TNJ unpacks the how and why of state politics, government and business.

Wisconsin

WisPolitics

Founded 2000

WisPolitics is Wisconsin’s premier political news service. It is the respected brand in the power centers of the state and D.C. through comprehensive coverage of political, government and business news delivered in a multi-media fashion hitting web, TV, and print.

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