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Asylum seekers with criminal records would be more quickly removed under Biden proposal
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced late last week it’s proposing changes to the asylum system that would allow immigration officials to reject asylum seekers who have a criminal record that poses a threat to national security or public safety and quickly remove them. Those changes will occur during the initial screening stages, a senior […] The post Asylum seekers with criminal records would be more quickly removed under Biden proposal appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
3 min read - USThe News Leader
Augusta County Black families tell school board something has to be done about racism
For some county residents, racism appears to be alive and well in the school system.
5 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Need dog day care, child day care, a bagel spread? Here are new North Jersey businesses
There's a new deli in Morristown, a new Chipotle in Wayne, a new dog day care in Hawthorne and a child care center in Parsippany.
3 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Buckhead lounge customers who ran for cover after deadly shooting return for items left behind
Hours after deadly gunfire erupted inside Elleven45 Lounge in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood, some customers reluctantly returned.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
How much annual income do you need to afford a rental? Much more than before, report says
The annual income renters need to comfortably afford a rental has seen a significant increase in New Jersey and the U.S.
3 min read - OpinionThe Bergen Record
Trenton Democrats gamble with democracy — as NJ voters rage. It's not worth it | Stile
Stile: The voting public is frightened that America's democracy is in its death throes and Trenton Democrats are gambling with transparency.
6 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Improvements planned for busy Bergen County intersection ahead of 2026 World Cup games
Improvements at one of the busiest intersections in town aim to fix the flow of traffic and improve pedestrian safety ahead of 2026 World Cup games.
3 min read - USAthens Daily Review, Texas
Displaced wildlife may be found in unlikely places as flooding recedes
May 13—As flood waters begin to recede across much of Central and East Texas, property owners may encounter wildlife in unexpected places. Floods can temporarily displace wildlife like snakes, armadillos, skunks, and raccoons into some people's yards and houses as they seek cover or higher ground. Common sense precautions should be practiced; be aware that snakes and other animals may seek ...
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
State EMS system 'close to collapsing' without funding, ambulance chief warns
"We can not be public safety receiving money only on the health care model," said Montclair Ambulance Unit James Mazza
6 min read - USThe Progress-Index
Will you be attending Petersburg's community engagement event this Thursday? THE DIGEST.
Enjoy a free cup of coffee with community leaders, explore the outdoors and more this week in the tri-city area.
3 min read - USLubbock Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock events include Lubbock GOP women hosting Texas judge, Christian Women's Club
Lubbock-area events this week include GOP women's group program, Christian Women's Club meeting and more.
3 min read - USLebanon Daily News
Goodwill introduces free electronic recycling in 22 Pa. counties, including Lebanon
The organization is teaming up with Reworld to allow residents to donate their old technology at 42 Goodwill Stores across various counties.
2 min read - BusinessThe Herald-Mail
New convenience store coming to Hagerstown; Crenshaw's Auto Repair has new owner, name
Mart Plus coming to former Sheetz site near downtown Hagerstown. Crenshaw's Auto Repair now Spoonire Auto Repair with new owner.
2 min read - USThe Herald-Mail
San Mar's young adult housing project wins support of commissioners, Nora Roberts charity
A plan to renovate San Mar buildings to provide housing and services for young women got a financial boost this week from the Nora Roberts Foundation.
3 min read - USThe Herald-Mail
Washington County preserves 111-acre farm in Clear Spring
A farm on National Pike east of Clear Spring now adds to more than 40,000 acres of permanently preserved land in the county.
1 min read - USThe Standard-Times
New Bedford city councilor says he's being criminally harassed. What you should know.
New Bedford City Councilor Ryan Pereira's claim he's being criminally harassed by Carlos Felix is before New Bedford District Court.
4 min read - USThe Herald-Mail
Washington County Career Expo draws 787
The Washington County Career Expo at Hagerstown Community College hosted 1,100 participants on April 17.
1 min read - USYork Daily Record
Vote for York County Student of the Week: Honoring hard-working students
Voting is open through May 16.
2 min read - USPortland Press Herald, Maine
Flipped birds, selfies and stares: A day in the life of Portland's Cybertruck owner
May 13—A Tesla Cybertruck is Portland's newest celebrity. Tennis players stop midswing to get a glimpse of it. Children want their pictures taken with it. It's a trending topic online in the Portland subreddit. On the road, the electric vehicle is the frequent recipient of middle fingers, thumbs-downs and slammed-on brakes. People gawk, roll their eyes and yell. It's gotten spat on and been ...
7 min read - USThe Standard-Times
New Bedford murder suspect said 'higher spirit' motivated shooting. What we know.
Murder suspect Christopher Smith, who allegedly shot and killed Ronald Sinclair after an argument, affirmed his role in the shooting, police said.
2 min read - OpinionThe Courier Journal
Youth mental health is in crisis. Summer camps help kids unplug and reconnect with nature.
Social media is causing a decline in youth mental health. Summer camps provide kids with a space to unplug and reconnect with themselves and nature
4 min read - WorldPortland Press Herald, Maine
Browntail moth caterpillars may be facing 'zombie' apocalypse in Maine
May 13—Browntail moth caterpillars might be facing their own zombie apocalypse in Maine this spring, which would provide relief to people who get the itchy rash caused by the insect's microscopic hairs. The caterpillars are emerging now, and people are most likely to come into contact with the airborne hairs between mid-May and late June. Angela Mech, assistant professor of forest entomology ...
4 min read - USPortland Press Herald, Maine
'David was very loved': Sister of Portland shooting victim pleads for new information
May 13—Kelley Turner said she always knew about her half brother David Anderson. But he was older by eight years and grew up in a different household. They didn't meet until she was about 28. Only a couple of years later, she lost him when Anderson was shot and killed in a Portland apartment on March 15, 2016. His killer was a mystery. Surveillance videos from inside the building show a tall ...
7 min read - USHerald-Tribune
Siesta Key hotel developer alleges unequal treatment by Sarasota County officials
A Siesta Key hotel developer has taken Sarasota County to court after proposed changes to growth policies would block his project.
6 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Sayreville nightclub destroyed by fire: This week in Central Jersey history, May 13-19
Here's a look at events that happened in Central Jersey from five, 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago this week.
5 min read - USYork Daily Record
Electronic waste recycling now available at four York County Goodwill locations
The program will ensure that when electronic devices dropped off are broken or at the end of their life, Goodwill Keystone Area will recycle them.
1 min read - USReason.com
Brickbat: Low Taxes for Me, Not for Thee
Justin Champlin, the former chief deputy tax assessor in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, has been arrested on two counts each of injuring public records and computer tampering, as well as malfeasance in office. Police said that on two different occasions, Champlin illegally reduced the assessment on his property to lower his tax obligation. Champlin was fired…
- USWSB Cox articles
Man breaks into Cobb County home twice, steals more than 20 guns, Ga. police say
A man was arrested in north Georgia after officers said he broke into a Cobb County home two different times to steal guns.
1 min read - USWHIO
Several area police agencies pay tribute to Ohio officer shot, killed
Several area police agencies are offering condolences to an Ohio police shot and killed over the weekend.
1 min read - USDemocrat and Chronicle
World Atlas names 7 of New York's cutest small towns in the Finger Lakes. See the list
Looking for a getaway spot in the Finger Lakes? Here are seven of the cutest small towns to check out.
3 min read - USDemocrat and Chronicle
Bear caught on camera prowling through Batavia neighborhood. Watch now
Bear in your yard? Here's some tips to keep in mind
1 min read - USDemocrat and Chronicle
How hot will summer be in New York? Here's what AccuWeather predicts
Here's what our area may be in store for this summer.
2 min read - USLohud | The Journal News
NY struggling to spur affordable housing growth. What are the newest ideas?
Last month's state budget aimed to curb New York's housing shortage with tax incentives for affordable apartments and other steps short of mandates.
7 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Trump’s former fixer Michael Cohen expected to testify in hush-money trial
Key prosecution witness set to take the stand after tough week for Trump in which court heard vivid testimony from Stormy Daniels
3 min read - USWHIO
Firefighters respond to mulch fire in Greene County
Several firefighters responded to a mulch fire in Greene County early Monday morning.
1 min read - USKIRO
The Museum of Flight awards 16 high school students scholarships worth $276,000
Awards for students enrolled in the Museum’s education programs or Raisbeck Aviation High School.
1 min read - USWHIO
Suspect in Amazon facility shooting dead after encounter with Ohio police; 1 officer hurt
The suspect accused of firing shots in an Ohio Amazon facility is dead, and an officer is hurt after an encounter Sunday night.
1 min read - HealthChillicothe Gazette
Ohio University Chillicothe to host Red Cross blood drive
Ohio University Chillicothe will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 20, at the Shoemaker Center.
2 min read - USWFXT
Former Bay State Correctional Center space to become emergency shelter site
A former Massachusetts prison is the newest location for an emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness.
3 min read - USNBC News
Boater flees after fatally striking girl who was waterskiing in Florida
Florida's fish and wildlife commission was searching for a boater who fled after fatally striking a girl Saturday afternoon near Nixon Beach in Key Biscayne.
1 min read - USWHIO
Suspect found dead, wanted for killing Ohio police officer
A gunman suspected of killing an Ohio police officer is dead.
1 min read - USKansas City Star
Live Kansas City traffic updates: Accidents, road closures, delays on KC-area highways
Hitting the road soon? Check our live traffic updates to see if your route is clear.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Apple staff could go on strike at the first US store to unionize
Employees' concerns include work-life balance, unpredictable scheduling, and wages lower than living costs.
2 min read - CelebrityKTLA articles
Olvera Street burro at El Pueblo de Los Ángeles in danger of being evicted
Perhaps the most famous donkey in all Southern California, the life-sized stuffed burro in Olvera Street’s El Pueblo de Los Ángeles, which countless Angelenos and tourists from around the world have taken their photos with, is in danger of being evicted. Located at the entrance to what’s considered the birthplace of L.A., La Carreta […]
2 min read - USWKRN articles
100 cows swept away by floodwaters in Rutherford County return home
A Lascassas farmer is counting his blessings after nearly all of his livestock was swept away by flash flooding last week, then recovered with the help of his community.
3 min read - USKSWB articles
Series of earthquakes near Mexican border rattle San Diego County
Parts of Mexico and San Diego County were rattled by a series of earthquakes near the border Sunday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
1 min read - USNBC News
Thomas Jefferson University apologizes after commencement mispronunciations go viral
Thomas Jefferson University is apologizing after the names of some graduates from the nursing program were unrecognizably pronounced at their commencement, as seen in videos from the ceremony that have since gone viral.
2 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Child found wandering Albuquerque apartment complex with soiled clothes, no shoes
Child: "I woke up in the apartment, and I saw my mom wasn't there."
2 min read - USKSAZ
Shooter takes off after striking several cars in central Phoenix, PD says
Phoenix Police are investigating after several cars were struck by a shooter Sunday night.
1 min read - ScienceThe Cool Down
Researchers investigate how sunlight can be used to turn air pollution into fuel: 'Our goal is to store solar power in the form of liquid fuels that can be used later'
"There's obviously a major need to move away from fossil fuel energy sources."
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