Ada County, ID

North Carolina State

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Redevelopment and revitalization of environmentally challenged properties would be helped by the Economic Opportunity for Distressed Communities Act, a federal proposal by a Republican and Democrat from North Carolina.
                U.S. Reps. Chuck Edwards and Wiley Nickel say their plan is different from the current Opportunity Zone program that focuses solely on low-income communities and fails to consider the need for similar investment in communities with additional hardships, such as brownfield and superfund sites. They worked together to craft House Resolution 9203,...

Aid to distressed communities in brownfield, superfund sites proposal

Scripps News

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez says she plans to file articles of impeachment against Supreme Court justices after a ruling that granted former President Donald Trump immunity from prosecution for official acts.

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez announces plans to file articles of impeachment against Supreme Court justices

Chicago, IL

CBS Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Gov. JB Pritzker is again sharing his doubts that a taxpayer-funded stadium will be approved for the Chicago Bears.In May, the Bears unveiled plans for a multibillion-dollar domed stadium on the lakefront just south of Soldier Field, seeking $900 million in public financing in upfront costs and another $1.5 billion in taxpayer funds for infrastructure improvements around the stadium.The governor in May called the Bears' proposal a "nonstarter," and on Monday said the team has not put forward any new proposals that would make it through the Illinois General Assembly. Even if the team did, it's unlikely they...

Gov. JB Pritzker says it would be "near impossible" to approve Bears stadium deal this fall

Virginia State

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs officials testified during a Wednesday House hearing that the department would not comply with proposed legislation barring it from sending certain information about U.S. military veterans to the federal government’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). For years, the VA’s policy has been...

VA Officials Tell Lawmakers They Won’t Comply With Proposed Laws to Preserve Veterans Gun Rights

In the United States House of Representatives, legislation that would fully deschedule marijuana and allow expungement of marijuana convictions has gained its 93rd sponsor. Yesterday, Congressmember Greg Landsman (D-OH) officially became a sponsor of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, first introduced in April 2023. This addition brings the total number of sponsors to 93, making the SAFE Banking Act the only marijuana-related bill in Congress with more sponsors (124).

Federal Legislation to Decriminalize and Deschedule Marijuana and Allow Expungements Gains 93rd Sponsor

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Snopes

"As a 501c3 corporation, the Heritage Foundation is not allowed to participate in politics, let alone publish political manifestos," a poster claimed.

Fact Check: You Can Challenge Heritage Foundation's Tax-Exempt Status with This Form?

Prentiss County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, on June 26, 2024, deputies and narcotics agents were actively searching for an individual who had failed to appear for sentencing in Circuit Court. During their investigation, agents observed a vehicle visiting the suspect's residence and departing shortly afterward.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Possession of Methamphetamine in Prentiss County

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Washington State

The Independent

 Standing at a transit center near four new wireless bus charging stations in a small community west of Seattle, Gov. Jay Inslee told transit and city leaders where money to pay for them — more than $1 million — came from.“It’s possible only because of the Climate Commitment Act," Inslee said, citing a program that works to cut pollution while raising money for investments that address climate change. “That was the source. It’s the only way we’re able to do this.”Inslee made similar remarks as he visited a salmon habitat restoration project and then test-drove a car from an...

In Washington state, Inslee's final months aimed at staving off repeal of landmark climate law

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Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

A key component in the ongoing farm bill discussions is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Some democrats want a substantial funding increase in the program. U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas (R-Okla.), the longest-serving Member on the House Committee on Agriculture, believes the necessary funds are not available. It would diminish crop protections for production agriculture.

SNAP Funding a Key Sticking Point in Farm Bill Discussions

Charlotte, NC

When it comes to grocery shopping, consumers often debate the prices at different stores. In North Carolina, two chains are particularly known for their higher prices:. Locations: 16 across North Carolina, predominantly in larger cities like Charlotte and Raleigh.

North Carolina Is Home To Two Of The Most Expensive Grocery Stores in America

Minnesota State

Why the stakes have never been higher and what’s being done to push for a strengthened farm bill. A Minnesota corn grower recently addressed the House Agriculture Committee today, emphasizing the necessity of a reauthorized and strengthened farm bill for farmers both in her state and nationwide. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and state corn-affiliated associations are advocating for an enhanced farm bill this year according to a NCGA news release.

Corn Grower Warns of “Perfect Storm”

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – An Essex County man has been charged with numerous offenses related to narcotics distribution and firearms trafficking. Kyrell Domnie, 39, of Irvington, known by the alias "Fly Ky," was charged by complaint and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor in Newark federal court on July 17, 2024. He remains detained following the hearing.

Convicted Felon Faces Multiple Narcotics and Firearms Charges

Oklahoma State

JudyD

This article was written with the assistance of ai software*. This new law in Oklahoma is about how property owners can handle people who are on their property without permission.

SB1994: Property Owners Can Call Sheriffs for Fast Action Against Unauthorized Occupants

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

Ada County commissioners reject solar farm proposal

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