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- PoliticsPolitico
Trump accuses Biden of ‘running a Gestapo administration’ during private donor retreat
The former president railed against prosecutors and Biden at an event in Palm Beach, Florida.
2 min read - BusinessKansas Reflector
States rethink data centers as ‘electricity hogs’ strain the grid
State Sen. Norm Needleman championed the 2021 legislation designed to lure major data centers to Connecticut. The Democratic lawmaker hoped to better compete with nearby states, bring in a growing industry, and provide paychecks for workers tasked with building the sprawling server farms. But this legislative session, he’s wondering if those tax breaks are appropriate for all […] The post States rethink data centers as ‘electricity hogs’ strain the grid appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
9 min read - BusinessThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Volcanic Ash: Income tax cut imperfect, but a welcome surprise
May 5—1/1 Swipe or click to see more CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL@STARADVERTISER.COM Senator Donovan M. Dela Cruz, Chair. Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? to continue reading. Get unlimited access From as low as $12.95 /mo. The Legislature's significant income tax cuts were a pleasant relief to Hawaii residents ...
3 min read - USThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Legislative session began amid uncertainty, ended with relief for Maui and taxpayers
May 5—1/4 Swipe or click to see more GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE@STARADVERTISER.COM Lawmakers raised their hands together during the singing of "Hawaii Aloha" signaling the end of the 2024 legislative season at the state Capitol on Friday. House Speaker Scott Saiki, second from left, and Senate President Ron Kouchi joined in the tradition. 2/4 Swipe or click to see more CRAIG T. KOJIMA / ...
8 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
What happens if a US presidential candidate dies?
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are the two oldest candidates in US history. If either needs to be replaced, what next?
11 min read - USChicago Tribune
2 men shot and killed overnight Saturday
Two men were shot and killed in separate incidents in Chicago overnight Sunday. One man was killed in Pilsen. Another man was shot through his front windshield and killed in Gage Park early Sunday morning, police said. Police responded to reports of a man shot on the 1700 block of W. 18th Place around 9:15 p.m. A 27-year-old man was shot multiple times and transported to Stroger Hospital in ...
1 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Sen. Tim Scott dodges on whether he would accept 2024 election results
South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott on Sunday did not directly answer multiple questions about whether he'd accept the results of the 2024 presidential election, regardless of who wins.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
Boater vanishes after jumping into lake after lost hat, Arizona sheriff says
A search continues for the missing man, authorities say.
1 min read - USPolitico
Don't give in to ‘the smallest, angriest group,’ university president says
“We just don't negotiate with people who scream the loudest," former Sen. Ben Sasse said.
2 min read - WorldHilton Head Island Packet
Wild turtle painted in what may be a senior prank. It’s no joke to Port Royal wetlands group
A not-for-profit that advocates for Cypress Wetlands and its wildlife notes it is against the law to harass wildlife
1 min read - USKansas City Star
Amazon driver fatally shoots person trying to steal vehicle at gunpoint, Ohio cops say
Police say the suspect crashed the vehicle after being shot.
1 min read - USThe Repository
'One of the scary ones.' Ohio Parole Board rejects parole for man who killed Canton girl
The Ohio Parole Board has denied parole for a Stark County man who murdered a 9-year-old Canton girl in 1987.
6 min read - PoliticsNBC News
RNC Chair Michael Whatley urges party unity amid GOP turmoil in the House
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley urged party unity when asked about Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's threat to force a vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson
5 min read - USThe State
Four people killed and four more hurt in crashes in same South Carolina county, cops say
Multiple deaths were reported in less than a week, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
3 min read - USTampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
1 person dead, 1 hospitalized in Courtney Campbell Causeway boating incident
One person is dead and another has been hospitalized after a boating incident near the Courtney Campbell Causeway, according to a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission news release. At an undisclosed time on Saturday, the agency responded to a single vessel boating incident in Hillsborough County, with assistance from the Tampa Police Department and Tampa Fire Rescue. An ...
- USNorth Dakota Monitor
Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates
WASHINGTON — States and local organizations that aid victims of sexual assault and other crimes are raising the alarm about a multi-year plunge in funds, a major problem they say Congress must fix soon or programs will be forced to set up wait lists or turn victims away altogether. Affected are rape crisis centers, domestic […] The post Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
8 min read - USWJAX
Flagler County woman arrested for breaking into ex-husband’s home, trying to stab him in his sleep
An Ormond Beach woman is facing multiple charges after she broke into her ex-husband’s home in Bunnell in the early morning hours of April 26.
2 min read - BusinessLubbock Avalanche-Journal
Dunkin' celebrates National Nurses Day with free coffee for healthcare workers
For healthcare workers needing a boost on Monday, Dunkin' will be offering a free coffee in honor of National Nurses Day.
- USWPXI
McKeesport man arrested in Westmoreland County undercover drug operation
A McKeesport man was arrested in Westmoreland County on Wednesday in an undercover drug operation.
1 min read - USWFXT
Person shot in Boston’s North End
A person was shot in Boston’s North End early Sunday morning.
- USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Water matters: Solutions for a Changing World
May 5—The 7th edition of the Next Generation Water Summit (NGWS), sponsored by the City of Santa Fe, is set to take place on June 20-21st at the Roundhouse. This year's venue offers an ideal environment for tackling collective solutions to regional and national water challenges while involving stakeholders from the building and development community, water reuse professionals and water ...
3 min read - USWHBF Davenport
Moline Parks & Recreation receives grant for urban forest inventory
The City of Moline is getting ready to count their trees! The city’s Parks and Recreation Department received a $6,000 matching grant to complete tree inventories and develop a management plan for its urban forest. The grant helps communities understand how to manage urban forest areas by showing the estimated number of trees, their size, […]
1 min read - USThe Columbus Dispatch
One dead after University District shooting near state fairgrounds Saturday night
One person is dead and one is in critical condition.
1 min read - LifestyleWDVM
Weather Flash: Where are the safe places in your home if a tornado passes through
Tornadoes don’t happen often here in the DMV. But when they do, knowing where to go and how to keep you and your family safe is always good. Once you receive a tornado warning, you want to jump into action and head to your safe place. The best place to be during a tornado warning […]
1 min read - USAir Force Times
Dick Rutan, Vietnam War pilot and record-breaking aviator, dies at 85
A decorated Vietnam War pilot, Dick Rutan, along with co-pilot Jeana Yeager, completed the first round-the-world flight with no stops or refueling.
5 min read - USVirginian Pilot
Burned out and understaffed, Virginia Beach Fire Department seeks overtime relief
VIRGINIA BEACH — An increase in overtime shifts has led to burnout for Virginia Beach firefighters, costing $3.7 million last fiscal year, all the while more employees are leaving the department. Fire Chief Ken Pravetz shared the struggle with the City Council last month. He requested 140 new full-time positions divided into two tiers including an initial immediate need of 60 positions for ...
4 min read - USSouth Florida Sun Sentinel
Suspect arrested in double homicide in Wellington
A suspect in the shooting deaths of a man and woman in Wellington on Saturday is in custody, charged with a double homicide, the sheriff’s office announced. Norman Albert Scott, 63, is accused of shooting the pair in the 10500 block of Galleria Street following an altercation late Saturday afternoon, according to a news release by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrived at the ...
1 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Rain expected, temperatures drop in NY, NJ
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Temperatures dropped by about 10 degrees Sunday and rain is expected throughout the day. Sunday will see a high of 55 degrees and a low of 48 degrees, dropping from highs in the 60s Saturday. Rain is expected to last through Sunday evening with showers continuing into Monday morning. Tuesday will […]
1 min read - USPalm Beach Daily News
Two people shot dead in Wellington; village man charged
The shooting occurred Saturday evening at an address on Galleria Street in Wellington, sheriff's deputies said.
1 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Historic Chinese grocery, downtown Phoenix church to be transformed
Phoenix's Historic Preservation Office granted $337,000 in May to renovate a Chinese grocery and a Baptist church.
4 min read - BusinessThe News-Gazette, Champaign-Urbana, Ill.
It's Your Business: Rantoul's Main Scoop location set to open
May 5—The Main Scoop's Rantoul location could open later this month A local ice cream shop that continues to grow is looking at late May as a possible opening date for its fourth location. The Main Scoop hopes to open its Rantoul shop, located at 812 Broadmeadow Road, at the end of the month, said co-owner Jessica Hanson. "We're kind of leaving it a little open-ended right now," she said. ...
3 min read - NewsWJW
Ice cream truck already in local city! Your classic flavor?
Fun in NE Ohio as the Ice cream truck makes early May appearance in Rocky River near Cleveland Ohio
- USDaily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo.
Longmont-area home sales, May 5, 2024
May 5—The following data is supplied by Colorado Weekly Homebuyers List Inc., 303-744-2020. Listed are the buyer, the seller and the amount. Berthoud Rafe White: 675 Great Plains Ave., Alex and Teresa Roerty, $400,000. Julia and Anthony Lieser: 235 E Fourth St., Meritage Homes Colo. Inc., $460,000. Marleene and Matthew Buttice: 1018 Dutch Peak Drive, Melody Homes Inc., $674,400. Lucas and ...
6 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Alexandria armed bank robbery suspect arrested in West Fargo
Alexandria Police said Friday they had arrested a man who had remained at large for a day after allegedly robbing the Bremer Bank in downtown Alexandria, Minn., Thursday. Police said Friday evening they had apprehended the 49-year-old suspect in West Fargo, N.D., with help from the public — including video surveillance that helped identify the vehicle the suspect was driving — and cooperation ...
1 min read - USPolitico
Eric Adams defends timing of police response on NYC college campuses
The mayor also maintained that "outside agitators" have played a role in the protests.
2 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Devils Lake Public Schools to hold bond referendum vote May 7 regarding school renovations and additions
May 5—DEVILS LAKE, N.D. — Devils Lake residents will vote on a $27.7 million bond referendum May 7 to address facility needs of Prairie View Elementary School and Central Middle School. Voting will take place from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m at the Memorial Building. With three elementary schools built in the 1950s and Central built in 1936, updates are needed at the schools, especially the latter, ...
4 min read - PoliticsDelaware Online | The News Journal
State Rep. Mike Ramone won't seek reelection. He plans to run for Delaware governor
Delaware state Rep. Mike Ramone, a Republican, won't seek reelection to the House seat, but says he plans to run for governor.
3 min read - USSacramento Bee
K-9 finds missing 85-year-old woman clinging to tree in steep ravine, Colorado cops say
“We’re gonna get you home, OK?”
1 min read - USBaltimore Sun
Double shooting leaves one dead, another injured early Sunday in West Baltimore, police say
A 25-year-old man was killed and a 26-year-old was injured in a shooting just after midnight in West Baltimore, police said. Officers responded at about 12:24 a.m. Sunday to the 3300 block of Reisterstown Road, near the Liberty Square and Park Circle neighborhoods, and found the two men suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, Baltimore Police said in a news release. The 25-year-old died at a ...
1 min read - USWFXR Roanoke
Enjoy reading? Earn prizes through Roanoke County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– Roanoke County Public Library announced its Summer Reading Program, allowing readers of all ages to earn prizes for completing books all summer long. As a part of the program, readers will have the chance to win prizes as milestones are complete. Prizes will be displayed in the summer’s limited edition badges, […]
1 min read - LifestyleKOIN
Portland businesses hosting Mother’s Day meals, markets
Punch Bowl Social is offering food, $3 mimosas and a live jazz performance.
2 min read - USWFTV
Florida announces record investments in services for those with developmental disabilities
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced more than $2 billion in funding for services for people with unique abilities this week.
1 min read - OpinionNevada Current
If you can’t beat ’em, nullify their votes: Trump’s latest suit against Nevada and its voters
Policy, politics and progressive commentary Donald Trump along with the Republican National Committee and the Nevada Republican Party, both wholly owned Trump subsidiaries, sued Nevada Friday saying any mail ballots that are not received by or on Election Day must not be counted. Nevada law requires mail ballots to be counted as long as they are postmarked no later than […] The post If you can’t beat ’em, nullify their votes: Trump’s latest suit against Nevada and its voters appeared first on Ne
4 min read - USWDVM
One dead, multiple injured after bus carrying 24 people crashes in Harford County
HARFORD COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) said its at the scene of a single bus crash that left one dead and others injured Sunday morning. Police said that just after 6:00 am, they responded to the scene of a single vehicle bus crash on I-95. MSP said a bus with […]
1 min read - USWBRE
One man dead after Lycoming County crash
MUNCY TOWNSHIP, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A man is dead after crash on US 220 in Lycoming County. Pennsylvania State Police in Montoursville say that 87-year-old William Messersmith of Montoursville was traveling alone along along the 2000 block of US 220 just after noon on Saturday when he lost control of his truck. The truck then […]
1 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Bomb threats to NYC synagogues deemed not credible: NYPD, Hochul
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – Bomb threats made to at least two synagogues in New York City were deemed not credible, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul and police. Threats of explosives were emailed to two synagogues in Manhattan Saturday, according to the NYPD. One on the Upper West Side was evacuated “out of an abundance […]
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC’s Tim Scott was asked if he would accept 2024 election results. Here’s what he said
Scott is reportedly under consideration to be presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump’s vice presidential running mate.
2 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Miamisburg to celebrate grand opening of $5.5M Riverfront Park project Friday
May 5—Miamisburg is gearing up to celebrate a $5.5 million revamp of Riverfront Park this Friday, an idea that was more than two decades in the making. The yearlong project was "a complete transformation" of approximately 7.5 acres of property between the Main Street business strip and the Great Miami River, according to Parks and Recreation Director Ryan Davis. Riverfront Park now features a ...
3 min read - USKARK
Capitol View: Linda Chesterfield retires, Arkansas makes strides in legislation
A long-time state legislator this week is stepping down after making huge contributions in her service to Arkansas.
1 min read - USHartford Courant
CT man dies in motorcycle crash on I-91 in Windsor
A man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 91 in Windsor on Saturday night, police said. Connecticut State Police reported that a Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling on I-91 northbound when the driver veered to the left for an unknown reason and struck a concrete barrier in the median. The driver, identified as 23-year-old Zachary Michael Nason, was thrown from his motorcycle into the ...
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