WASHINGTON (AP) — A Seattle man was arrested in January during a demonstration to protest police violence. Though he has yet to be charged with an offense, his arrest — captured on police body-camera recordings, along with his full name, address, phone number and birthdate — are public records. The use of police body cameras, … Continue reading
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York state will gradually raise the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $15 an hour — the first time any state has set the minimum that high. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration formally approved the proposal Thursday, and the Democratic governor announced the decision at a labor rally with Vice President … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama honored 21 individuals and organizations on Thursday, September 10, for works that he says have helped Americans connect and understand each other a little better through the arts and humanities. The honorees included actress Sally Field, author Stephen King and chef Alice Waters. And to paraphrase one of … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration proposed Thursday to ban discrimination against transgender people throughout the health care system, carrying out anti-bias provisions in the president’s health overhaul. The new protections are part of a much broader proposed regulation by the Department of Health and Human Services. In a first, the Affordable Care Act specified … Continue reading
Norfolk to use grant to manage climate change risks NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Norfolk will receive a $25,000 grant and volunteers to improve its ability to handle risk related to climate change. The Virginian-Pilot reports (http://bit.ly/1KyqTiC ) the money comes from an initiative announced by President Barack Obama in July. Norfolk is among the first … Continue reading
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — How many cinnamon rolls does it take to feed a presidential entourage? If you’re President Barack Obama and you’re unsure, you err on the safe side and take the whole bunch. Obama paid a surprise visit Tuesday, September 1, to Snow City Cafe, a hopping brunch spot in downtown Anchorage … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday sided with an anti-abortion group that challenged a key birth control provision of the Obama administration’s health care overhaul. March for Life sued the Obama administration last year over a requirement that health insurers cover the cost of contraceptive services. The organization said the requirement violated its … Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — President Barack Obama said Friday, June 19, he refuses to accept the idea that regular mass shooting are “the new normal” in America but doesn’t expect Congress to respond because of the influence of the National Rifle Association. Obama said his first comments on the church shootings in South Carolina, in … Continue reading
Democratic presidential campaigns are trekking across Iowa on Sunday, June 14, to appeal to voters in the state the starts off the 2016 presidential calendar. Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton speaks in Des Moines and Burlington while Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders holds events in Waterloo, Iowa Falls and Indianola. Former Sen. Jim Webb, … Continue reading
DETROIT (AP) — Federal agricultural officials are planning to announce voluntary programs and initiatives for farmers, ranchers and foresters meant to build on President Barack Obama’s efforts to combat global warming — and don’t require congressional approval. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is expected to unveil plans Thursday at Michigan State University, where Obama signed … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a decision due by summer in a Supreme Court case that could unravel President Barack Obama’s health care law, a new poll finds many Americans have heard nothing about the case. But when the potential fallout is explained, most say it would hurt the country and they would look to … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama sent Congress legislation Wednesday to authorize military force against Islamic State fighters, asking lawmakers to “show the world we are united in our resolve” to defeat militants who have overrun parts of the Middle East and threaten attacks on the United States. In urging Congress to back military force, the … Continue reading
LOS ANGELES (AP) — There is a growing divide between who earns a bachelor’s degree by age 24, with the gap between the nation’s richest and poorest students doubling during the last four decades, according to a report released Tuesday.The percentage of students from the lowest-income families — those making $34,160 a year or less … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-controlled Senate on Thursday approved a bipartisan bill to construct the Keystone XL oil pipeline, defying a presidential veto threat and setting up the first of many battles with the White House over energy and the environment.The 62-36 vote advanced a top priority of the newly empowered GOP, and marked the … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — A small drone flying at low altitude crashed into the White House complex before dawn Monday, the Secret Service said. President Barack Obama was not at home and the White House said it did not pose a security threat. The crash prompted an immediate lockdown of the White House grounds until … Continue reading
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