New leaders of 16 missions worldwide — from California to Cambodia
The following new mission presidents and companions have been called to serve by the First Presidency. They will begin their service in July. Guillermo A. Alvarez and Pati Alvarez The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Guillermo A. Alvarez, 60, and Pati Alvarez, four children, Jardines de la Asunción Ward, Guatemala City Palmita Stake: […]
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Former L.A Councilman Jose Huizar gets 13 years in prison | #citycouncil
Former Los Angeles City Councilmember Jose Huizar was sentenced Friday to 13 years in prison for his role in a sprawling set of criminal schemes that involved cash payouts, casino chips at Las Vegas hotels and other bribes from developers seeking to build glittering downtown high-rises. U.S. District Court Judge John F. Walter handed down […]
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BBQ vs crabs in mayors bet
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s brisket against “Old Bay.” Smoked ribs anted-up for a couple dozen crabs. It’s time for the mayors bet ahead of the AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens. The moment showcases the local foods both cities. The bet also takes on a little more importance […]
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Not bad pay for government work: What Arkansas government officials have the top salaries
Alex Kienlen and Bill Smith 12 mins ago LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Recent conflicts between the governor’s office and a state board have led a former cabinet member to be one of the highest-paid government employees in Arkansas, even after a pay cut. Former Secretary of Corrections Joe Profiri had a salary of $210,000.13, the […]
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Alaska Makes History With Write-in Senator | #alaska | #politics
Alaskan Senator Lisa Murkowski has made history by winning an election without being on the Alaska ballot: voters had to write her name in a blank space under the official Republican and Democratic candidates. The last write-in Senate winner was Strom Thurmond’s in South Carolina’s 1954 election. “We made history! Alaskans made history,” said Murkowski […]
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Legoland California plans for new ‘LEGO Galaxy’ land similar to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland
The entrance to Legoland California theme park next to North America’s first ever Legoland Hotel at Legoland on Sept. 17, 2013, in Carlsbad. (Credit: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) SAN DIEGO (KSWB) — Legoland California could soon be going intergalactic, as the theme park is set to debut a new area similar to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland with a […]
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How to speak at City Council under after the rule changes – RANGE Media | #citycouncil
Do: Speak at the podium. Don’t: Bring handouts. (Photo illustration by Valerie Osier) At Monday’s meeting, Spokane City Council approved a slate of council meeting rule changes that will go into effect starting next week and run through the end of 2024. Major changes included shifts to decorum rules that limit what is considered appropriate […]
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Chattanooga Mayor, Police Chief discuss crime in our ‘Safer Scenic City’ town hall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga’s mayor and police chief are in our studio Friday for our town hall called “Safer Scenic City.” We’ll ask them about recent safety concerns, and the challenges facing their departments. WATCH LIVE: Keeping the Scenic City safe. It can be a challenge for Tennessee’s 4th largest city. One at the forefront […]
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10 California Congressional races to watch
Despite its reputation as a liberal bastion, California is in the crosshairs of both Democrat and Republican parties this year, as the state lines up to hold what could be the most decisive U.S. House races in the country. Following 2022 mid-term elections that delivered a GOP House majority and launched Republican Rep. Kevin McCarthy […]
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California Bill Would Bring European-Style Speed Limiter Tech To American Roads, And It’s A Good Idea
It doesn’t take much more than half a brain to understand that we have a serious problem with speed on U.S. roadways. It takes slightly more grey matter than that to understand that a lot of this problem is caused by a refusal of many American drivers to take responsibility for their actions and the […]
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