Biden administration extends public health emergency
Experts have been warning about the potential for a winter resurgence of COVID, and now the first signs are appearing in Europe, which has often served as a bellwether for the U.S. In America, new cases have dropped below 40,000 per day for the first time since April. The FDA and CDC have formally approved […]
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O’Farrell cancels Friday’s City Council meeting as De León, Cedillo have yet to resign | #citycouncil
O’Farrell cancels Friday’s City Council meeting as De León, Cedillo have yet to resign – CBS Los Angeles Watch CBS News Jasmine Viel reports from Downtown Los Angeles, where the fallout surrounding the LA City Council continued Thursday. As a result, pro tempore President Mitch O’Farrell has canceled Friday’s scheduled meeting since two parties involved […]
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Minnesota students invited to take part in ‘Mayor for a Day’ essay contest – InForum
ST. PAUL — The Mayor for a Day essay contest, hosted by the League of Minnesota Cities, is open for submissions. To enter, fourth, fifth and sixth graders can answer the question, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine. […]
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Mississippi lawmakers on track to ban herbal drug Kratom | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
JACKSON, Miss (AP) — Mississippi lawmakers appear on track to pass legislation to ban kratom, an herbal drug that can be used for pain relief. Kratom is currently unregulated in most parts of the United States but has been outlawed by some states, including neighboring Alabama. A few local governments in Mississippi have also banned […]
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Jan. 6 House Committee Subpoenas Former President Trump for Testimony on Capitol Attack | #elections | #alabama
A video of then-President Donald Trump speaking is displayed as the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol holds a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. (Alex Wong/Pool Photo via AP) By LISA MASCARO, FARNOUSH AMIRI, ERIC TUCKER Associated Press The House Jan. 6 committee voted […]
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A sleeping giant in the energy debate | #alaska | #politics
In the northernmost part of the United States, having the lights on and a heating unit running keeps sub-zero conditions just outside the door. Without them, the black night of the Alaskan winter can quickly become a matter of life and death for the state’s residents, many of whom still depend on diesel generators to […]
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Arkansas voting guide for Nov. 2022 election
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, and 5NEWS has everything you need to know before you vote in Arkansas. There are a number of ways you can vote in the general election. For voters, it’s important to know where and how to register to vote and check if you are registered. […]
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2022 election | California ballot propositions explained
In California elections, you get to be a lawmaker. This guide helps you vote on all seven statewide propositions with confidence. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — On Nov. 8, 2022, Californians will vote on seven statewide ballot propositions, each a would-be new law that needs voter approval to take effect. At ABC10, we stand for you, which […]
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Plainfield City Council limits Historic Preservation Commission powers | #citycouncil
PLAINFIELD – The City Council has narrowly approved a plan to alter the Plainfield Historic Preservation Commission’s responsibilities, despite requests from residents and some council members to reject or postpone any action. The ordinance was adopted by a 4-3 vote during Tuesday’s night’s meeting with Councilwomen Terri Briggs-Jones and Ashley Davis and Councilman Sean McKenna […]
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Endorsement: Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor
Los Angeles desperately needs, and will soon get, new leadership. No elected office is more important than mayor; this is the person Angelenos look to in a crisis, who can set the tone of the political discourse and should act as the moral compass for city policy. It’s never an easy job, but this is […]
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