5 Reasons DC Shouldn’t Be a State
Here are five reasons to oppose D.C. statehood that cover concerns such as the Constitution, crime, education, homelessness, and corruption.
PIAA quarterfinal capsules
Dallas (17-4-1) When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Central Columbia High School. Admission: Tickets must be purchased online through Hometown
District Details Covid-$ Spending
An outdoor garden and learning space, college courses at Columbia University, and two full-time academic tutors were just a few of the
D.C. Man Sentenced to Over 6 Years for Assault and Firearm Offenses Following Auto Shop Dispute
Rashaud Williams was sentenced to 80 months for assault and firearms offenses following a dispute at a D.C. auto shop.
Jobs, Key Bridge and FBI HQ: What a second Trump term could mean for Maryland
Another Trump presidency could come with cuts to federal jobs in the state, questions over funding for key transportation projects, less cooperation on preventing gun violence and uncertain effects on the state’s budget.
Central Washington voters to choose between two very different Republicans in House race between Jerrod Sessler, Dan Newhouse
PROSSER, Wash. – Sitting at home in Prosser two days after the August primary, Jerrod Sessler felt confident. His lead over Rep. Dan Newhouse, a fellow Republican who has represented central Washington’s 4th congressional district for a decade, was growing wider as more ballots were counted.
Atmospheric river brings heavy rains, localized flooding on B.C. election day
An atmospheric river has drenched coastal British Columbia, triggering localized flooding Saturday as voters headed to the polls for the provincial election.
U.S. Attorney Appoints District Election Officer to Safeguard 2024 General Election in Washington, D.C.
Elizabeth Aloi appointed as District Election Officer for the 2024 election to ensure voting integrity in D.C.
Hood River tops La Salle, 20-3
A physical Hood River Valley defense held host La Salle Prep to 48 yards of total offense and four first downs and won its sixth football game this season, 20-3,
North Carolina Man Sentenced to 24 Months for Assaulting Police During U.S. Capitol Breach
Curtis Davis of North Carolina was sentenced to 24 months for assaulting officers during the Jan. 6 Capitol breach.
Wick's kick as time expires lifts Sweeny past ’Necks
Jaden Wick led the team in the celebratory huddle after another thrilling Battle of the Bernard matchup ended.
Prescott voters to decide on levy for pool, parks
An annual maintenance and operation levy in Prescott, which is mainly used to keep the public pool operating, will be on the Tuesday, Nov. 5, general election ballot.
The 10 most common questions teenagers asked about the election
Know a teen with big questions about the presidential election? Are you an educator in search of a robust election FAQ? Chalkbeat and The New York Times have you covered.
Jim Beam column:Electoral College not perfect
The fact that seven swing states are hogging all of the attention during the current presidential campaign has many voters in the other 43 states again calling for an end to the Electoral College system.
D.C. Man Dies Days After Stabbing
Washington, D.C. – A fatal stabbing is under investigation following an incident in Southeast D.C.
DC Judge Unseals Additional Evidence in Trump Jan. 6 Criminal Case
The GOP had a per-state advantage on Jan. 6, 2021, so the alleged criminal conspiracy called for the U.S. House to hand reelection to former President Donald Trump, according to new evidence unsealed in District of Columbia federal court.
John Takeuchi: Citizenship and voting rights — A blurry line
The “Right of Citizens of the United States to Vote,” is a phrase that appears in five Amendments to our U.S. Constitution. It’s pretty clear: the right to vote is reserved for persons who are
Proposed northern Maryland route unveiled for controversial Piedmont power line
The company planning a controversial high-powered electric transmission line across northern Maryland released its preferred alignment Friday, one of the first formal steps in a process that has mobilized unusually vocal opposition.
D.C. Sues Fort Myer Construction for Decade-Long Pollution of Stormwater System
Lawsuit filed against Fort Myer Construction Company for violating water pollution laws, endangering public health and the environment.
CFPB's Buy Now, Pay Later Rule Hit With Fintech Group Lawsuit
A financial technology trade group representing buy now, pay later providers such as Block Inc. and Klarna Bank AB is suing to stop the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s rule that brings some credit card protections to the burgeoning market.
'Rocket Docket': EDVA Judge Controls Google's Fate in Ad Tech Monopoly Trial
"It is incredibly hard to make a prediction on what will happen," Bobby Zhou, an associate professor of marketing at the University of Maryland's Smith School of Business, said of Google's ad tech monopoly bench trial.
FOX45: Schiraldi hired convicted murderer to help reform Maryland’s juvenile justice system
Caston was convicted in 1996 in the fatal shooting of Rafique Washington. The shooting took place outside New China Carryout at the intersection of 16th Street and Good Hope Road in Southeast Washington, D.C. Caston was 18 at the time.
D.C. council passes 'right to charge' bill letting renters install EV charging stations
The bill also requires new or renovated single-family homes with garages or driveway parking spots to include at least one standard plug for Level 1 EV charging and offers incentives for the install
FBI Arrests Man Who Searched ‘How Can I Know for Sure If I Am Being Investigated by the FBI’
Eric Counsel Jr. is accused of helping to hack the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's X account in order to post false information about Bitcoin.
LIST: Fall events happening around the Midlands
As the Fall weather starts to blow into town, so are all of the Fall events that is happening the Midlands. There are several family-friendly events from festivals to the state fair to trick-or-treat events for people to enjoy.
Missouri Task Force 1 members return home after 20-day deployment to North Carolina
The Boone County Fire Protection District deployed three teams to North Carolina beginning on Sept. 27 for Helene response.
Video of Grovetown High student with gun inside school posted to social media, arrest made
A Grovetown High School student was arrested after a video surfaced on social media of him with a gun on school grounds.
State Digital Equity Spending Can Benefit Economies, Health Care, and Education
States are using their digital equity plans to demonstrate how successful digital inclusion efforts can advance progress toward other goals, including improvements to civic and social engagement, economic development,
Jones Day 'Dad Leave' Case Headed to Mediation, Gets Trial Date
The trial on claims by married former Jones Day associates who say the firm’s parental leave policy discriminates against male associates by affording new mothers extra leave time will kick off on Nov.
Donald Trump Makes Last-Ditch Attempt to Stop New Jack Smith Evidence
Donald Trump has made a last-ditch attempt to stop new Jack Smith evidence, by filing a motion with the District Court of Columbia.
‘Trump Remains Very Popular Here’: We Surveyed 54,000 People Behind Bars About the Election
Support for the former president is strong inside prisons and jails — even as his party tries to roll back voting rights for people with felony convictions.
“Trump Remains Very Popular Here”: What 54,000 Incarcerated People Think About the Election
Like their peers on the outside, a significant majority of incarcerated Republicans, roughly 73 percent, said it was “definitely” or “probably” good for Trump to be a dictator on Day One of his presidency. Seventy-four percent of Republicans on the outside felt the same.
Boys, girls cross country district capsules
Lorain County Community College, 1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria When: Oct. 19, 9:30 a.m.: boys; 10:15: girls Who: Clearview (girls only), Columbia, Lake Ridge, Oberlin, Open Door,
Your Voice, Your Vote: Hamilton Grant and Rebecca Madsen hope to represent NE Richland County
Madsen and Grant agree about the need to improve the state’s healthcare system and both also want to help the area’s small businesses thrive in a largely residential district.
Lexington, Richland schools see some improvement; still many schools failing to meet SC standards
Both Richland and Lexington school districts are seeing improvements in English and Math, according to the latest S.C. school report cards.
A Look at State AGs Supermarket Antitrust Enforcement Push
Gone are the days when state attorneys general leave antitrust enforcement to their federal counterparts at the Federal Trade Commission or the