From the States
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Michigan primary candidates debate immigration, healthcare
Some Michigan U.S. House district races are expected to be highly competitive.
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War with Iran keeps gas prices over $4 a gallon nationwide
The U.S. price of a gallon of regular grade gasoline remained above $4 a gallon for the fifth consecutive day on Friday as escalating Middle East tensions and low domestic oil inventories put downward pressure on American fuel supplies.
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Two companies sue to challenge new tariffs claiming they fall short on revenue
An outside budget analysis found the new duties replace less than 60% of the revenue the government lost when the Supreme Court invalidated President Donald Trump's tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977.
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Illinois State Police look to consolidate federal gun ban challenges
Suits alleges the law violates the Second, Fifth and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
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Seeing a national security threat, Republicans seek broader TikTok ban
The bill, introduced by U.S. Rep. Ken Buck, R-Colo., and Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., comes as dozens of states have in recent months banned TikTok’s use on state-owned devices.
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States still wrangling for leadoff spots in 2024 primary schedule
Tied in to a 1975 state law and a century of tradition, the Granite State has long been first in the nation with the presidential primary schedule right behind the Iowa caucus.
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Seattle plans to provide free mass transit for 10,000 Seattle Housing Authority residents
“Our vision for a vibrant Seattle is dependent on a sustainable transportation system where neighbors can get where they need to go swiftly, reliably, and affordably.”
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Seattle city attorney sues carmakers Kia and Hyundai over increased car thefts
Davison’s office claims that the two car companies’ failure to install anti-theft technology has contributed to an increase of their car models being stolen in Seattle and across the region.
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Arkansas Sen. Boozman files bill that addresses staff shortages at VA hospitals
Boozman: "We have a responsibility to ensure adequate leadership at medical centers is in place to provide vital oversight and meet the needs of veterans."
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Florida Gov. DeSantis leads PredictIt’s 2024 general presidential election market
The share price, which rises and falls based on market demand, roughly corresponds to the market’s estimate of the probability of an event taking place. Biden is in second, Trump third.
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Clueless? Federal government working to find out how many programs it offers
The federal government spends trillions of dollars a year on programs, but it doesn't have an inventory of all federal programs despite a 2011 law that says they must be tracked.
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Los Angeles County rocked by 4.2 magnitude earthquake, aftershocks
Four quakes struck the coast of California.
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Arkansas Senate passes bill classifying drag shows as adult entertainment
Legislation defines drag show as one where a performer exhibits a gender identity different from performer's gender assigned at birth.