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On Wednesday, August 3, as a month-long hiatus in Congress was just beginning, Rep. Dusty Johnson (seen above in an image of Brownfields Agricultural News) held a one-hour public meeting in Rapid City. The event was well attended and it…

Political advertising can be boring, repetitive, and of little use in deciding how we should vote, but it's fun to read tactics in the posts candidates present.We'll see a lot of ads on TV, on social media, and in our mailboxes in the weeks…

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican hopes of reclaiming a crucial gubernatorial seat in the swing state of Wisconsin this year appeared to rest with Rebecca Kleefisch, a former television news anchor who spent eight years as the heir…

As a candidate for Governor's Council in District 8 — which encompasses 102 cities and towns in the four…

SACRAMENTO – As part of the state's ongoing response to the monkeypox outbreak, Governor Gavin Newsom today declared a state of emergency to bolster the state's immunization efforts. The proclamation supports ongoing work by the…

CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — It all started like most stories: with a tip. "Someone reached out and said you might want to check out this casino." Wall Street Journal editor Mark Maremont began digging into several layers of…

People's Democratic Party, PDP Vice Presidential Candidate Ifeanyi Okowa has tackled All Progressives Congress, APC Presidential Candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his attack on PDP Presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar . Atiku's running…

Down Payment Assistance Program More than $4.5 million in East Buffalo (DPAL+)To help residents buy a home by providing down payment assistance, Governor Hochul also announced the creation of the East Buffalo Down Payment Assistant Plus…

A civil servant who dedicated his life to serving Blackburn had a street named after him. Alderman Arthur Townsend now has his own road in Blackburn, just off Campbell Street, the site of a new development on the…

San Jose Water Group President and CEO Eric Thornburg, Maine Water CEO and Connecticut Water President Maureen Westbrook, Maine Water President Mark Vannoy and Maine Governor Janet Mills, toast - with blueberry or lemon flavored water - at…

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Kevin Rinke can trace his family's roots to Michigan soil for generations.But for the first time in his life, during the pandemic, Rinke considered leaving the state."Because of the way our government operated, because…

In an interview last weekend, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Indrajit Coomaraswamy, told the Thread: "Sri Lanka will have to bite the bullet or descend into the abyss." His comments make it clear that the…

Republican gubernatorial candidates signaled varying levels of support for paid family leave during a GOP primary debate on Sunday, backing a position that was previously backed by Wisconsin Democrats. But on other issues, Republicans…

By Ebere Agozie CLAIM: A Tweet by Obinna Nwosu claiming he is the first politician from Abia State in Nigeria to be verified by Twitter is FALSE. Nwosu, an independent London-trained Oracle finance and database consultant, was…

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SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the appointments of Elaine E. Batchlor, Carmen Chu, Ana Matosantos and Mark Robinson to the University of California Board of Trustees, and the appointments of Leslie Gilbert-Lurie and Jose…

Unthinkable Kudos to Premier Houston for stopping MP pay increases that were to be retroactive to September 2021. Shame on the panel of a university professor and two lawyers for even thinking about that 12.6% increase,…

Following UCLA's departure to the Big Ten Conference alongside USC, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday he is demanding an explanation, on behalf of the public, of how the move will be beneficial not only for the student-athletes,…

The The huge rat population in Paris, according to a city official, is the target of discrimination, and the animal needs a new name to stop people from murdering it. Douchka Markovic, co-chair of the Animalist Party which!-->!-->!-->…

DAVID UNWIN/StuffPrime Minister Jacinda Arden speaking at the opening of the Local Government NZ conference in Palmerston North.Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern told mayors and local and regional government councilors what they already knew -…

Written by BT/MTI Hungary is ready to use all available means to help Ukraine, State Secretary at the Foreign Ministry Levente Magyar said on Tuesday during talks with!-->…

A government official caught accepting a bribe to handle a pension case in Assam on TuesdayPhoto: Times NowAssam: An Assam government official was caught in the act demanding a bribe on Tuesday. A complaint was received at the Management…

Lansing - Conservative commentator Tudor Dixon holds a slight edge in the Republican gubernatorial primary race with many GOP voters still undecided and former President Donald Trump's potential endorsement looming, according to a poll…

Indian lawmakers began the process of selecting the country's next president by voting on Monday. They choose between Draupadi Murmu, appointed by the ruling alliance, and Yashwant Sinha, who is supported by the opposition parties. Veteran…

BENGALERU: Marguerite AlvaThe 80-year-old running mate of the anti-BJP bloc is one of a handful of female politicians in India who has such broad experience, both as an elected representative and an administrator. Although born in Mangaluru!-->!-->…

Retired MMA fighter BJ Penn led top Republican gubernatorial candidates in fundraising in the first half of this year after raising $225,000, according to recently filed campaign expense reports. He is closely followed by Oahu…

The National Governors Association's annual summer conference necessitated the largest security presence in Maine in decades, but neither Governor Janet Mills' office nor association staff could say Thursday how much that cost and how much…

On Wednesday, another former government official invoked his constitutional right against self-incrimination in a civil lawsuit over the Flint water crisis.The lawsuit involves claims by four Flint…

Nigerian-British politician and MP, Kemi Badenoch, is a contender to replace British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. Badenoch is in the race with seven others to become the Conservative leader and British Prime…

On Wednesday, another former government official invoked his constitutional right against self-incrimination in a civil lawsuit over the Flint water crisis.The lawsuit involves claims by four Flint…

Attorney General Jeff Landry was enthusiastic Friday after an Orleans Parish judge refused to uphold a stay on the enforcement of Louisiana's abortion ban. If you didn't hear his remarks, don't worry.…

Jimmie Lou Fisher, Arkansas' longest-serving state treasurer and a pioneering politician, died Monday night. Fisher, who was 80, died at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould.The Arkansas Democratic Party tweeted on Tuesday that…

The recent devastating mass shootings in the United States have once again brought the issue of gun violence into the limelight. In 2022 alone, the Gun Violence Archive counted over 250 mass shootings in the United States.…

Press Releases 11/07/2022 Governor Lamont Announces New Express Trains on the New Haven Line and Increased Services on the Waterbury Branch Line New express trains…

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno said APC presidential candidate Bola Tinubu had made the "wisest choice" in choosing Kashim Shettima as his running mate, describing the latter as a patriotic politician. Mr. Tinubu on…

Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido chastised Labor Party presidential candidate Peter Obi as a "morally compromised" politician. He also described Mr Obi's presidential ambition as a "social media gimmick". "The…

Governor Ned Lamont speaks to the media in August 2020 at Cafe Aura in Manchester about an increase in the 50% limit on indoor restaurant seating. Paul Hughes Republican-American By Paul Hughes Republican-American WATERBURY —…

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Before Vermillion City Council got to work at its regular meeting on Tuesday evening, it took time to hear a…

Phoenix - A massive expansion of Arizona's private school voucher system awaits long-awaited signatures from Republican Gov. Doug Ducey as he faces a Thursday deadline and a pledged effort by public school advocates to block the bill he…

Details expected This comes after the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has already suspended 16 YouTube news stations, including six from Pakistan, for promoting lies about national security, international relations and public order…

Labor presidential candidate Peter Obi says he prefers a youngster as his running mate. “I prefer young people who have a lot to offer rather than (sic) recycling old people. I want a competent person and I am building a…

SaharaReporters further learned that the stranded victims who are from Bida Local Government Area in Niger State, paid their Hajj fare to the personal account of an Area Pilgrims Officer (APO) in Bida . At least 150 prospective Muslim…

Media contacts: Justin Pinkerman, 402-471-1967 Alex Reuss, 402-471-1970 Press release : Governor Ricketts Announces Appointments to Boards and Commissions LINCOLN– Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced recent appointments he has…

Just a few hours after a mass shooting that left six dead people and injured at least 30 others in the US state of Illinois, one of the gubernatorial candidates said it was time to "move on"."The shooter is still at large, so let's pray…

By Yuri Garcia QUITO (Reuters) - Ecuadorian Finance Minister Simon Cueva will leave the Andean country's government in a cabinet reshuffle after more than two weeks of protests, Public Administration Secretary Ivan…

By Yuri Garcia QUITO (Reuters) - Ecuador's Health Minister Ximena Garzon resigned from President Guillermo Lasso's government on Monday, after learning earlier that Economy Minister Simon Cueva would also leave the…

By Yuri GarciaQUITO, July 4 (Reuters) - Ecuadorian Finance Minister Simon Cueva will quit the Andean country's government in a cabinet reshuffle after more than two weeks of protests, the Public Administration Secretary said on Monday. Ivan…

Back to menuWhen Peter VR Franchot unsuccessfully ran for Congress more than three decades ago, many members of the Maryland Democratic Party viewed him as a brash underdog. All these years later, even as he runs for governor, that…

Newsmax's top-rated host Greg Kelly warned Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis Friday night: Don't face Donald Trump for the presidency in 2024.The primetime star's statement comes more than two years before the 2024 general election and months…

Tony Evers is the current governor of Wisconsin. He's up for re-election in November this year.What political party is Tony Evers a member of?Evers is a member of the Democratic Party.When was Tony Evers first elected?Evers was elected in…

At 62, it's the worst crisis that Uddhav Thackeray had to face in his short political life, emerging from the dominating shadow of Father Bal Thackeray. Not only does he have lost the chief ministry after taking a gamble with an unlikely…

June 30, 2022 | Austin, TX | Press release Governor Greg Abbott today reminded Texans to enact preparedness measures for hurricane season after a briefing at the Texas Division of Emergency…

Pierce County residents have another reason to celebrate this Pride month as the county government has…

Pierre Poilievre has always appalled me. But as Canada Day approaches and Ottawa prepares for more “freedom” protests on Parliament Hill which Poilievre wholeheartedly supports, I am even more appalled.It's because the frontrunner in the…

US government official (Marcus Yam/Los Angeles Times) says Russia does not want direct confrontation with US A US government official said Russia does not want a direct confrontation with the United States The annual…

This article has been originally published June 25 10:56 a.m. EDT by THE CITY New York gubernatorial candidates are competing to lead the entire state, from Montauk to Buffalo, beginning with the June 28 primary. But with…

Subscribe to La Brèveour daily newsletter that keeps readers informed of the most essential news from Texas. A Texas House candidate and police officer backed by former President Donald Trump and leading Texas…

In the opinion of Judge Amul Thapar on the Sixth Circuit in Lindke v. Liberated today, joined by judges Ralph Guy and Chad Readler:Like many Americans, James Freed joined Facebook to connect with friends and family. He created a Facebook…

Alhaji Habeeb Baba Elepo, a prominent businessman, politician and community leader from Ilorin, has died. Alhaji Elepo, 101, until his death was a prominent stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State. The…

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) - A Nigerian governor has ordered the issuance of licenses so citizens can carry arms to defend themselves against armed groups, a first among measures drawn up to defeat gunmen responsible for the…

Growing up as the child of a politician not only puts you in the limelight, but also comes with massive expectations from the public. Many expect children to follow in their parents' footsteps or to excel more. A number of children spoke…

Lansing --Tudor Dixon, who is seeking the Republican nomination to challenge Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer this fall, has won the endorsement of the Police Officers Association of Michigan, the latest in a string of endorsements for his…

Former Democratic gubernatorial candidate and former Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum has been charged by the federal government with 21 counts, including conspiracy and wire fraud. Prosecutors say the 42-year-old ex-politician is…

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the $67 million rehabilitation and upgrade of Olbiston Apartments in the City of Utica is underway. The historic development will undergo extensive renovations after the city of Utica closed last…

PANAJI/CANACONA: A Deputy Registrar stationed in Canacona was suspended pending an investigation, due to serious shortcomings in his day-to-day functioning and for "failing to observe decorum in his duties". In multiple complaints, !-->!-->!-->…

June is LGBTQ Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the queer community, with many festivals and parades throughout the state. Many may not know that Pride's origins were actually a political movement. In 1969, police regularly…

A bill to ban arrests for "vagrancy with intent to prostitute" was sent to the governor's office on Monday, nine months after it was passed by both houses of the state legislature. Senate Bill 357, drafted by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San…

US Senate candidate from Missouri, Eric Greitens, released an ominous campaign ad, brandishing a shotgun and declaring “RINO hunting season”. Video / Eric GreitensFacebook deleted a campaign video of Missouri U.S. Senate candidate Eric…

A the leader of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, AC Okocha also congratulated Governor Okowa.He maintained that there was no doubt that Okowa would be the man for the job giving his rich background, but!-->!-->…

(The Center Square) – Washington Governor Jay Inslee has called on Washington Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler to step down. "Following Commissioner Kreidler's admission that he treated staff poorly and used inappropriate language…

Sometimes politicians act in a way that misrepresents their judgment and character and dishonors the cause…

Governor's Jobs Plan Investment Will Help More Maine Schools, Towns, Cities and Tribal Governments Reduce Energy Costs and Create Taxpayer Savings Governor Janet Mills and Efficiency Maine today announced the launch of a $15 million Maine…

On Wednesday, council member Erik Bottcher suggested relocating Madison Square Garden in an effort to improve the underground transit system at Penn Station. "We need a new Penn Station, but we'll never have the world-class trainroom we…

A magistrate's court sitting in Gusau, the capital of Zamfara state, dismissed a former deputy chief of staff to Governor Bello Matagall of Zamfara, Bashir Mohammed Maru, and four others for hijacking an official Hilux vehicle.The…

JAKARTA - Indonesian President Joko Widodo has appointed veteran politician Zulkifli Hasan as trade minister and former armed forces commander Hadi Tjahjanto as minister of agrarian affairs and land use planning. Zulkifli, 59, who only…

A special court for matters under the Prevention of Corruption Act in Bengaluru on Monday sentenced a co-operative development officer to five years in rigorous imprisonment for accepting a bribe of Rs 7,500 there five years old. Judge…

Ranch: Jharkhand Governor Ramesh Bais has asked the state police to release the names and addresses of protesters who campaigned against the BJP leaders' anti-Islam remarks. Bais also asked DGP Neeraj Sinha and other senior officials whom…

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RICHMOND — Ryan Suit is trying to keep a close eye on marijuana legislation.As the co-owner of a Virginia Beach boutique that sells cannabinoid products, he doesn't want to be caught off guard by any new rules or regulations. Yet even Suit…

The long arms of the law have caught up with eight suspects in Edo State who allegedly attempted to defraud the federal government of a whopping $2 billion (USD). The arrest, according to the!-->…

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — State Representative Jim Rigby, whose 71st Legislative…

More Christians are being killed for their faith in Nigeria than in any other country in the world – at least 4,650 in 2021 and nearly 900 in the first three months of 2022 alone.…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - After several shootings involving children, community leaders are stepping up their demand for the creation of a statewide crime task force to address gun violence in Arkansas. Reverend Benny Johnson, the…

The case In 2017, the Kansas City Star revealed that then-Governor Eric Greitens and several of his senior staff were using the endangered text App Confide to communicate with each other. The app automatically deletes text messages from…

in All News / By: BVI News Jun 9, 2022 8:36 AM / Governor John Rankin chose not to give any insight into possible investigations into an allegedly corrupt government official mentioned in the arrest affidavit of…

Aamir Liaquat, a former Pakistani Member of the National Assembly (MNA) and popular television host, died Thursday in mysterious circumstances. Liaquat employee Javed claimed to have heard a scream in Liaquat's bedroom. The bedroom of the…

The goal of the grant is to improve the sustainability of the park, which will stop erosion, support park infrastructure, reduce stream sedimentation, and purify water quality.In 2022, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cited…

A 66-year-old Cooktown man appeared in court this week in a nationwide counterterrorism investigation. At Cooktown Circuit Court yesterday he was charged with impersonating a Commonwealth official…

LAS VEGAS – Michelle Fiore, a member of the Las Vegas City Council, Republican candidate for Nevada State Treasurer, said at a recent campaign event that the 18-year-old shooter in the mass shooting of Uvalde, Texas suffered from a…

President Muhammadu Buhari condemned the "heinous killing of worshippers". (Case)Lagos: Gunmen who on Sunday attacked a Catholic church with explosives in southwestern Nigeria killed at least 21 worshippers, including…

Anastasiia Lapatina, writer for the Kyiv Independent, claimed that Russia had brought 5,000 textbooks on Russian history, language and literature to a school in Mariupol, which is under occupation - and said it was of an attempt to…

More photos below. Advisor to the Governor, Eileen R. Duff, said the leadership of elected officials has been instrumental in bringing "huge, progressive change not just in this country, but in this state" for the LGBTIQA+ population.…

Les Gara, right, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, and Jessica Cook, left, who is running for lieutenant governor on a ticket with him. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen) Good leaders represent everyone, not just those with outsized wealth and…

Levente Magyar: No one can be allowed to denigrate Hungarians Written by BT/MTI Wishing another person dead is unacceptable and cannot be appeased by an apology, Tamas!-->…

Former House of Representatives Minority Leader Farouk Aliyu is confident the APC will retain the presidency in 2023Aliyu said the ruling party has up to five presidential candidates who could defeat Atiku if they receive the…

Senior official says Indian government has saved billions of dollars through Aadhaar, while speeding up benefit delivery and cutting out middlemen, making biometrics-based digital ID system one of the most successful of…

Local Written by: Press Release Posted by David Elliott Publication date: 06-02-2022 Governor Laura Kelly signed Senate Bill 19, bipartisan legislation that creates the state's Suicide…

A senior government official has come under pressure to explain what is being done to reduce the 'astronomical costs' of childcare during an appearance before the Dáil's public spending watchdog.Kevin McCarthy, general secretary of the…

AL-MUKALLA: Yemen's Presidential Council would renew the UN-brokered truce if the UN and its envoy to Yemen gave assurances that the Iran-backed Houthis would fully implement the terms of the truce, including an end from their…