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Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

DOGE Likely Can’t Evade Freedom of Information Law, Court Rules

A federal judge ruled Elon Musk’s DOGE is likely subject to legal disclosure obligations under the Freedom of Information Act.

Elections outside of Monroe County

While Monroe County is preparing for an April 1 election with local races that are fairly mixed in terms of competitiveness, nearby communities right outside the county find themselves

Downtown street closed for installation of sculpture by Columbia artist

COLUMBIA — A new sculpture may draw eyes in the North Village Arts District in downtown Columbia. The sculpture, titled, "Cosmic Portal," was installed at the Walnut Building Monday morning. The westbound lane of East Walnut Street between Orr Street and Tenth Street was closed Monday morning to allow for the installation.

Aflord says town hall was ‘hijacked’ after facing barrage of boos

U.S. Rep. Make Alford (R-MO) was faced with jeers and boos during a town hall event in Belton, according to video captured by KMBC and MeidasTouch. Alford – who represents Missouri’s 4th District, which includes Columbia,

Ex-Privacy Board Members Sue Oversight Body, Trump Over Firings

Two Democrats fired by President Donald Trump from the top privacy oversight watchdog on US intelligence operations sued the president Monday, asking a judge for their jobs back.

Judge Declines to Intervene in Associated Press Lawsuit Over Trump Access

The wire service had sued Trump administration officials after they restricted reporters from press events citing The A.P.’s references to the Gulf of Mexico in articles.

2 shot in Dupont Circle, police say

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said two people were injured in a shooting in Dupont Circle early Sunday. The investigation is ongoing.

Mountain View girls, Woodland girls, Columbia River boys open state basketball close to home

That long road to the dome makes a stop close to home for three local high school basketball teams. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association’s tournament seeding committee announced op

Iowa House bill could remove civil rights protections for transgender Iowans

A bill that would strike all mentions of gender identity for the Iowa Civil Rights Act is heading to subcommittee for consideration.

Man Fatally Struck by Train in St. Louis' Downtown Rail Accident

A man died after being hit by a train in downtown St. Louis; he fell onto the tracks after attempting to jump a wall. No foul play is suspected as investigations continue.

‘They thought they were living the American dream’: ICE arrest of Othello woman rattles community as teen son is left to run family’s food truck

Eighteen-year-old Raul Gomez-Eudave woke up on a Saturday morning earlier this month to a flood of missed calls and text messages.

District 3 wrestling: Three Berks wrestlers win championships

Berks County had three wrestlers win district titles on Saturday, including Wilson’s McKaden Speece who won the 145-pound title at the District 3 tournament at Spring Grove High School.

Prescott, Touchet levies approved in final election results

Voters approved each of the four propositions from Prescott and Touchet school districts, according to final results from the Tuesday, Feb. 11, special election.

Northern Arizona faces Eastern Washington following McLaughlin’s 35-point outing

Northern Arizona plays the Eastern Washington Eagles after Trenton McLaughlin scored 35 points in Northern Arizona's 83-78 loss to the Idaho Vandals.

Polar Plunge aims to support over 2,500 DC residents with Special Olympics fundraiser

WASHINGTON (7News) — The Polar Plunge is set to make a splash in the community as it raises funds for Special Olympics DC, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. The event will help fund year-round sports, health, and inclusion programs for over 2,500 residents in the District of Columbia.

Judge Lifts Block on Trump Plan to Put USAID Employees on Leave

A district court lifted a temporary pause on the Trump administration’s plan to place 2,200 US Agency for International Development workers on leave on Friday.

Catholic bishops argue that Trump’s funding freeze hurting efforts to help refugees

Multiple funding freezes initiated by the Trump administration prompted another legal challenge this week, this time in a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

D.C. Attorney General Sues Talea Ristorante for Wage Theft and Worker Exploitation

District of Columbia Attorney General files lawsuit against Talea Ristorante and its owner, alleging widespread wage theft and other violations.

Class 1 girls state wrestling championships are Feb. 26-27 in Columbia

The Tigers landed third in the team standings at St. Clair with 118 points, followed by De Soto (fifth, 96), Windsor (10th, 60.5), St. Pius X (13th, 40.5), Hillsboro (17th, 28) and Herculaneum (18th,

Trump: Federal Government ‘Should Govern District of Columbia’

President Donald Trump voiced his support for repealing the District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act, citing crime, homelessness and “graffiti.”

Judges weigh challenge to FERC approval of Mountain Valley extension

A three-judge panel wrestled Thursday over whether to intervene and block the approval of a 31-mile extension project that would bring natural gas from the Mountain Valley pipeline to customers in North Carolina.

Federal judge denies union request to halt purging of agency probationary employees; Transportation Department has a new CIO

The court in another major federal workforce lawsuit said it lacks authority to move forward with the case. And Pavan Pidugu is the new CIO of DOT.

Why a Full Federal Takeover of DC Would Require an Act of Congress

The moment that local officials in Washington have been dreading for months is finally here. President Donald Trump, one month into his second term, has publicly returned to one of his longtime talking points: a federal takeover of the District of Columbia.

Federal judge maintains temporary block on Trump freeze of grants and loans

A federal judge's temporary restraining order will remain in effect until she issues a ruling on the federal funding freeze

Columbia Borough considers allowing manufacturers and distributors to set up shop at McGinness site

Council members may decide to allow large manufacturers and distributors to locate at the McGinness Innovation Park. Such a move would change the borough’s newly created zoning district, now set to offer only light businesses.

CFPB agrees to pause layoffs following district court order

On February 14, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ordered the CFPB to pause any layoffs. As previously covered by InfoBytes,

Under Trump, D.C. Faces More Federal Control, Fewer Federal Workers

The Washington region is bracing for a shock to the local economy from President Trump and Elon Musk’s sweeping cuts to the government work force.

Here's where everyone stands heading into next round of the District 3 girls basketball playoffs

After the first two days of the District 3 girls basketball playoffs, 12 local teams — seven from the Lancaster-Lebanon League and five from the Commonwealth Christian Athletic Conference — are still dancing in the postseason.

US bishops sue Trump administration for refugee settlement funding freeze

The conference suddenly finds itself unable to sustain its work to care for the thousands of refugees who were welcomed into our country and assigned to the care of the USCCB by the government after being granted legal status,

Federal Judge Issues Order Prohibiting Massive Layoffs, Budget Cuts at CFPB Pending Ruling on Motion for Preliminary Injunction

A federal judge has issued an order temporarily prohibiting the Trump Administration from imposing mass layoffs and budget cuts at the CFPB.

Civil Rights Advocacy Groups Sue Trump Over DEI, Gender Orders

Civil rights groups filed a lawsuit against Trump administration over a suite of executive orders that aim to root out diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and cut transgender protections in the federal government.

Unemployment claims in Washington increased last week

Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Washington rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 7,114 in the week ending February 8, up from 6,474 the week before, the Labor Department said.

IRS, DOGE sued by union groups over access to tax agency systems

As the Department of Government Efficiency sets its sights on accessing sensitive taxpayer data, a coalition of union groups and advocates is suing the federal government to block the Elon Musk associates from entering Internal Revenue Service systems.