2 h. ago Supreme Court delays deadline for Trump administration to pay $1.9B in foreign aid

Chief Justice John Roberts, in an order Wednesday night, has stayed a lower court order that the administration pay out $1.9 billion by midnight

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2 h. ago Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene over deadline to pay $1.9B in foreign aid

The Trump administration’s last hope to avoid forking over $1.9 billion to foreign aid groups is in the hands of the U.S. Supreme Court.

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5 h. ago Menendez brothers 'risk assessment' ordered by Newsom ahead of resentencing hearing

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has directed the state parole board to conduct a "risk assessment investigation" on Erik and Lyle Menendez, weeks before their resentencing hearing.

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5 h. ago Trump signs executive order to expand DOGE’s spending review powers

In a newly issued executive order (EO), the Trump administration has instructed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the Elon Musk-advised initiative to reduce federal spending, to create a “centralized technological system” in every agency to record contract and grant awards. As part of the ramp-up of these systems, agency employees who approved individual contract […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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6 h. ago Governor Newsom announces statewide plan for economic growth, $245 million for more jobs — with additional investment for LA’s recovery

Governor Newsom announces statewide plan for economic growth, $245 million for more jobs — with additional investment for LA’s recovery  Office of Governor Gavin Newsom

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7 h. ago Washington public schools struggle with student achievement despite increased funding

Washington public schools struggle with student achievement despite increased funding  wenatcheeworld.com

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7 h. ago Dem senator's 'dark money corruption' hypocrisy revealed in ethics complaint, expert says

Legal experts are sounding off on whether an alleged ethical violation by Democrat Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse should be investigated.

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8 h. ago This Washington city was named 'best place to retire' in America — and it just received a massive $48,000,000 investment. Is it time to make a move?

This Washington city was named 'best place to retire' in America — and it just received a massive $48,000,000 investment. Is it time to make a move?  Moneywise

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8 h. ago San Francisco police increase reward in 2016 South Van Ness double fatal shooting

San Francisco police increase reward in 2016 South Van Ness double fatal shooting  CBS News

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8 h. ago Search warrants served in Huntington Park City Hall corruption investigation

Search warrants served in Huntington Park City Hall corruption investigation  NBC Los Angeles

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9 h. ago Here are all the tech companies rolling back DEI or still committed to it — so far

Companies around America have started cutting DEI programs and eliminating DEI commitments from public documents in response to legal and political threats from the Trump administration. Just a few weeks ago, Attorney General Pam Bondi instructed the Department of Justice to “investigate, eliminate, and penalize,” DEI programs deemed illegal in private sector companies that receive […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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9 h. ago Washington Cats Confirmed With Avian Flu as Investigation Into Contaminated Pet Food Continues

Washington Cats Confirmed With Avian Flu as Investigation Into Contaminated Pet Food Continues  Big Country News

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10 h. ago Former NY detective moonlighted as Bonanno crime family soldier, helped fuel mini

Hector Rosario, a former Nassau County detective, ‘sold himself’ to major crime clan Bonanno. He allegedly helped tip off members about multiple investigations.

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10 h. ago Rangers takeover: Paraag Marathe says San Francisco 49ers 'always looking at other opportunities' as he addresses potential investment

Rangers takeover: Paraag Marathe says San Francisco 49ers 'always looking at other opportunities' as he addresses potential investment  Sky Sports

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10 h. ago Judge denies request to delay Trump admin paying nearly $2B in foreign aid

Judge Amir Ali said the Trump administration violated a court order about foreign aid and is ordering them to pay millions to nonprofits.

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10 h. ago Trump administration appeals deadline to release US foreign aid funding

Trump administration appeals deadline to release US foreign aid funding  Al Jazeera English

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12 h. ago United States: Potential Increase to Debenture Limit for Levered Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs)?

United States: Potential Increase to Debenture Limit for Levered Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs)?  The National Law Review

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12 h. ago After the Fires, Los Angeles Contractors Grapple With Uncertainty

After the Fires, Los Angeles Contractors Grapple With Uncertainty  Engineering News-Record

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13 h. ago Renewable energy: Rural areas can be the EU's green powerhouse

The European Union aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% in 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and to become the first carbon-neutral economy by 2050. This ambitious goal requires a radical increase in the production of green energy within a relatively short timeframe. The untapped potential of rural areas in the union offers a way forward.

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13 h. ago U.S. Soft Power Is Spiraling in Asia, With China Filling the Void

U.S. Soft Power Is Spiraling in Asia, With China Filling the Void  Council on Foreign Relations

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