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Biden meeting with Democratic governors, lawmakers amid debate fallout
President Biden is set to hold meetings with Democratic congressional leaders and governors on Wednesday amid widespread concerns over his debate performance. “The president is going to take some time and talk to those members and Democratic governors tomorrow,” said White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Tuesday. When asked by reporters why Biden didn’t […]
Trump hush money sentencing delayed until September as he mounts immunity defense
Former President Trump’s criminal sentencing is delayed until Sep. 18 as he attempts to set aside his recent guilty verdict in the wake of the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity decision, a New York judge ruled Tuesday. Judge Juan Merchan’s ruling means Trump will not be sentenced before the Republican National Convention, though he is now […]
New Iowa law means more 14 and 15-year-old drivers on the road
DES MOINES, Iowa — A new law went into effect this month changing the type of license that young teens can get to drive to school. The Special Minor’s Restricted License replaces the Minor School License and adds more freedom to 14 and 15-year-olds who choose to get one. With a SMRL teens can drive […]
Are Chipotle portions shrinking? One analyst bought 75 burrito bowls to test claims
With Chipotle in the crosshairs of dissatisfied content creators and customers complaining about the size of their meals, a Wall Street analyst decided to put the "weight debate" to a test.
Bob Good ousted by Trump-backed rival in Virginia nail-biter
House Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good (R) has narrowly lost his primary in Virginia to Trump-backed challenger John McGuire, delivering the former president a victory in one of the cycle’s most tumultuous nominating contests, according to Decision Desk HQ. McGuire, a state senator, defeated Good, a two-term House Republican, in the GOP primary for Virginia’s […]
Chicago Blackhawks release 2024-2025 schedule
The Chicago Blackhawks have released their 2024-2025 preseason and regular season schedules. The regular schedule begins on the road on Tuesday, October 8 as the Blackhawks are the first guests for the debut of the Utah Hockey Club. The first regular season home matchup at the United Center is scheduled for Thursday, October 17 against […]
As president teeters, Jill Biden faces a critical juncture
She’s served more than three years as first lady, but after President Biden’s stunningly shaky debate performance and subsequent calls for him to step down, Jill Biden — and her potential power — are suddenly being thrust into the spotlight like never before. “It seems to be a make-or-break moment for the president, and I […]
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