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4 Things Districts Should Do Right Now — Before the Fiscal Cliff
Schools are about a year out from a budgetary cliff. The combination of declining student enrollment and the expiration of federal relief funds will make the spring 2025 budget season particularly painful in many districts across the country. So what can leaders do now to batten down the hatches while this perfect storm is still […]
4 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Maddow Blog | Senate hopeful’s claims about ‘growing up on a farm’ draw scrutiny
There appears to be a disconnect between GOP Senate hopeful Dave McCormick’s claims about starting “with nothing” and his actual family background.
2 min read - USSouth Carolina Daily Gazette
Millions in SC summer grocery aid will expire next month
COLUMBIA — South Carolina families have just three weeks to claim millions of dollars in grocery assistance before the aid expires. Nearly 537,000 debit cards were mailed to families statewide last August as part of a federal program started during the COVID-19 pandemic intended to help poor families buy groceries when their children aren’t getting […] The post Millions in SC summer grocery aid will expire next month appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
8 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
27-year-old dad of 2 killed in road rage shooting, Texas cops say. Now, man arrested
Police said the accused shooter modified the appearance of his truck to avoid being caught.
1 min read - USCumberland Times News, Md.
Cumberland man jailed on grand jury indictment
Apr. 23—CUMBERLAND — A city man remained jailed without bond Tuesday after he was arrested recently in Anne Arundel County on an indictment returned by a grand jury last January, according to the Allegany County Sheriff's Office. Officers of the Anne Arundel County Policec Department and C3I detectives arrested Christoper Otis Cheek, 52, on April 16 before returning him to the Allegany County ...
1 min read - USThe State
One killed when tractor trailer and bicycle crash on South Carolina road, cops say
More than 250 people have been killed in crashes on South Carolina roads this year, according to the Department of Public Safety.
1 min read - PoliticsNY Daily News
Trump faces potential punishment for violating gag order as hush money trial resumes: Live updates
Donald Trump on Tuesday is expected to be threatened with thousands of dollars in fines — and potentially jail time — for denigrating anticipated witnesses and jurors in his hush-money case in violation of a gag order. Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan is expected to hear arguments from prosecutors requesting that the former president be held in criminal contempt for almost a dozen ...
3 min read - USLouisiana Illuminator
Proposal would require companies to sign pro-gun vows in gov’t contracts
Louisiana lawmakers are considering a proposal to prohibit companies from winning government contracts if they refuse to do business with firearm companies or pro-gun groups. Senate Bill 234, sponsored by Sen. Blake Miguez, R-New Iberia, was voluntarily deferred Monday before the Senate Finance Committee after members chose to defer all of Monday’s bills to consider […] The post Proposal would require companies to sign pro-gun vows in gov’t contracts appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
3 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
'Operation: Safe Strides' launches in Franklin to provide free reflective vests to residents
The initiative is a public-private partnership between the Franklin Noon Lions, Franklin Police Department and the Franklin Health Department.
3 min read - USDaily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont.
Evergreen man charged with assault on a peace officer
Apr. 23—An Evergreen man picked up a fourth active felony case in Flathead County District Court after allegedly threatening deputies with a knife during an April 17 disturbance call. Jacob Willis Uhde, 25, is expected to appear before Judge Dan Wilson on May 16 for his arraignment on a single count of assault on a peace officer. He remains in the county jail with bail set at $232,000. ...
2 min read - USDaily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont.
Interior Department pushes Glacier Range Riders to drop logo
Apr. 23—The U.S. Department of the Interior is calling foul on the Glacier Range Riders' logo, arguing it violates trademark rights held by the National Park Service. The federal agency is asking the Pioneer League team — a family-owned business — to drop its arrowhead-shaped emblem as it "is an infringement of its registered and common law trademark rights associated with the NPS Marks, and ...
2 min read - USDaily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont.
Authorities nab kidnapping suspect after victim escapes in Columbia Falls
Apr. 23—A man accused of kidnapping his ex-girlfriend in Missoula was arrested in Flathead County on Sunday after his victim escaped by bailing out of the vehicle the two were riding in, authorities say. Adam Joel Whiteman was being held in the county jail on Monday as prosecutors filed one count of felony kidnapping and misdemeanor counts of partner or family member assault and escape against ...
2 min read - PoliticsKansas City Star
Missouri Medicaid funding at risk as crucial taxes stall. It could be a ‘huge loss’
Not renewing the series of taxes would be “huge, huge loss to the state and the revenue that it brings in,” said John Barclay, president of the Missouri Ambulance Association.
7 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
Elizabeth Steiner, Democratic treasurer candidate, wants more Oregonians to save
The longtime legislative budget writer said she’d double the number of Oregon kids with college savings accounts and start a baby bonds program. The post Elizabeth Steiner, Democratic treasurer candidate, wants more Oregonians to save appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
4 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
Jeff Gudman, Democratic treasurer candidate, wants PERS balanced
A former Republican, Gudman will run as a Democrat because, he said, the Republican party’s values no longer mesh with his own. The post Jeff Gudman, Democratic treasurer candidate, wants PERS balanced appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
5 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Judge in Trump trial to hold hearing on gag order before witness testimony resumes
Judge Juan Merchan will hear arguments on whether Trump violated a gag order with social media posts about two witnesses in the hush money trial.
3 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Why is Travis County District Attorney José Garza being sued? Here's what to know
A 'rogue prosecutor' lawsuit against Travis County DA José Garza is moving forward.
4 min read - LifestyleWFXT
These are the 10 best places to live in Massachusetts, according to real estate experts
Are you considering a move? Real estate experts have revealed their list of the best places to live in Massachusetts.
1 min read - USMiami Herald
A Miami-Dade house fire kills a father who lived in the garage with his son
Here’s what we know so far.
1 min read - USColumbus Ledger-Enquirer
How do Columbus area high schools rank nationally? U.S. News releases 2024 list
See where your school is on the national magazine’s annual list of Best High Schools in the United States.
3 min read - USNBC News
Police hunt former cop after two women are found dead and a child is abducted
Police are urgently searching for a man suspected to have shot dead two women and abducted a 1-year-old boy before possibly fleeing towards Mexico on Monday.
2 min read - USWFTV
Florida to invest more than $1.5B to improve waterway environments
Florida is making a major investment in its waterways.
1 min read - USTelegraph-Forum
Authorities still investigating March shooting death in Bucyrus
Guilianno Yamani was found dead of an apparent gunshot wound at 817 S. Highland Ave. One person has been arrested but the investigation is ongoing.
1 min read - USThe Marion Star
Tri-Rivers students and staff to take part in a day of community service
Hundreds of students and staff will be participating in a day of community service in Marion, Morrow and Union counties on Friday.
1 min read - USKansas City Star
Man dies after being shot in a business parking lot in Kansas City, Kansas
He was declared dead at the scene.
1 min read - USWFTV
How long will the cooler temperatures last in Central Florida?
Central Florida is enjoying a nice break from the heat with some cooler-than-average days this week.
1 min read - USThe Record-Eagle, Traverse City, Mich.
Affordable apartments loan approved for the Flats at Carriage Commons
Apr. 23—TRAVERSE CITY — More housing is coming to a Garfield Township corner already bustling with development, this time the first phase of an affordable apartment complex. Michigan State Housing Development Authority recently approved a $12 million loan to Traverse City Housing Commission, according to an agency release. That'll build 48 apartments out of the 210 the commission plans for the ...
3 min read - LifestyleFort Worth Star-Telegram
Looking to buy a generator? Stock up on emergency supplies on tax-free weekend in Texas
Grab the checkbook and head to the hardware store.
3 min read - USThe Record-Eagle, Traverse City, Mich.
'MakerFest': Sparking interest in STEAM education
Apr. 23—TRAVERSE CITY — Hundreds of children and their parents went to Howe Ice Arena at the Civic Center on Saturday to participate in "MakerFest," an annual celebration of all things STEAM. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. It's a variant of the more common acronym STEM, a technical education term that was coined by the National Science Foundation ...
2 min read - USVirginian Pilot
Virginia State Sen. Aaron Rouse announces run for lieutenant governor
VIRGINIA BEACH — Virginia State Sen. Aaron Rouse announced Tuesday morning he will run for lieutenant governor. Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney also announced Tuesday that he’s running for the role. Rouse has been steadily moving up through public service ranks over the last several years. The former NFL player is a former Virginia Beach City Council member. In January last year, Rouse won a ...
1 min read - SportsAsheville Citizen-Times
Powerball numbers for April 22; NC Lottery numbers for April 22: Cash 5, Pick 4, more
Powerball winning numbers for $116 million jackpot Monday, April 22. Did anyone win Mega Millions, NC Education Lottery drawings?
3 min read - USVC Star | Ventura County Star
Wildlife commission lists Southern California Steelhead as endangered
State wildlife commissioners have broadened protections for a native Southern California fish on the brink of extinction.
3 min read - USRaleigh News and Observer
Judge strikes down NC law on felon voting, saying racist origin ‘has not been cleansed’
The judge wrote that the law “was enacted with discriminatory intent ... and continues to disproportionately impact Black voters.”
2 min read - USKansas City Star
Scattered showers, thunderstorms sweep across KC area; weekend storms drawing concern
Rain is expected to move out of the Kansas City area Tuesday morning. Weekend storms are drawing the concern of forecasters.
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Daycare worker accused of child cruelty after video shows her slam child against a wall, court says
A daycare worker is facing charges after being accused of child cruelty after an incident at a childcare facility in Cobb County.
1 min read - BusinessMiami Herald
Delta gives workers pay hikes and higher minimum wage. One union calls it ‘crumbs’
See what Delta is offering and why one group is not impressed
4 min read - USLewiston Tribune, Idaho
Clarkston aims for skills center
Apr. 23—The Clarkston School Board unanimously approved a resolution Monday to apply for a feasibility study for a new skill center. Now that the resolution is approved, the district can apply for the grant before the May 1 deadline. Asotin School District will also join the application for the feasibility study and will vote on a resolution at its meeting next Monday, Superintendent Thaynan ...
3 min read - USDelaware Online | The News Journal
Express, longtime mall clothes retailer, to close 95 stores after filing for bankruptcy
Express, the longtime mall clothes retailer, filed for 11 bankruptcy protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware and will close 95 stores.
2 min read - USThe Cullman Times, Ala.
2024 FCCLA All County Poultry Cook-Off winners announced
Apr. 23—County school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters, Thursday, April 18, in Cullman for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America County Poultry Cook-off. The event was sponsored by the Farmers Federations, Poultry and Egg Association and Alabama Farm Credit. The Poultry cook-off had two categories: casseroles and whole pieces. Poultry casserole winners were: ...
1 min read - USKIRO
Amber Alert: Tri-Cities double murder suspect may be headed to Mexico with 1-year-old
Police say a former Yakima Police officer took the boy after killing two people.
2 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
Your lottery ticket has won $1 million in Texas. Now what? Here’s how to claim your prize.
Here’s where to go to in Texas to claim your prize if you hit it big in the lottery.
2 min read - OpinionHerald-Tribune
'Earth Day': Rather than protecting planet, Sarasota focuses on destroying it
Two stories about large planned developments ran on the front page April 22. Nothing was published about Earth Day celebrations.
6 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Tip brings new search for Blaine woman who went missing 30 years ago
Blaine police detectives and agents from the Minnesota BCA spent several hours at a park in Blaine on Monday searching for the remains of a woman who went missing nearly 30 years ago. A tip given to Blaine police two weeks ago led authorities to the northern part of Laddie Lake Park to look for Tamara Colleen Bradley, who was last seen leaving her job in Minneapolis on the afternoon of Sept. ...
2 min read - USWFLA
Pinellas County school leaders propose exam exemption policy changes
Pinellas County School leaders are working on getting more kids in the classroom.
2 min read - USNevada Current
Former assemblyman faces GOED grantee, Nye school trustee in decisive GOP state senate primary
Policy, politics and progressive commentary Voters in a large swath of rural Nevada will need to choose a new state senator in a Republican primary that will determine who represents the bright red district after no Democrats filed for the race. Republican Sen. Pete Goicoechea has represented the predominantly rural Senate District 19 for the past 12 years. Now three […] The post Former assemblyman faces GOED grantee, Nye school trustee in decisive GOP state senate primary appeared first on Neva
7 min read - USWPXI
Body found in abandoned Aliquippa building identified as missing woman
A body found in an abandoned building in Aliquippa last week has been identified as a woman who went missing over a year ago.
1 min read - LifestyleAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Salt River Tubing 2024: Ultimate guide to the coolest Arizona summer tradition
Salt River Tubing's 2024 season opens soon. Here's everything to know about floating the lower Salt River, including how much it costs and when to go.
4 min read - USSan Luis Obispo Tribune
‘There’s a yak on the sidewalk’: SLO County native working for Peace Corps in Mongolia
Nipomo native Claire Bodger has been working with the Peace Corps in Mongolia since summer 2023, educating local children about the environment.
4 min read - USState College Centre Daily Times
Centre County jail holds firm on no-contact policy despite calls for change from advocates
It’s not the first time criminal justice reform advocates have expressed criticism about the jail’s design.
4 min read - USTri-City Herald
Tri-City Herald death notices April 22, 2024
Death notices for Kennewick, Pasco, Richland and the Yakima Valley.
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