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www.npr.org
2 days ago
US news

W. Va. AG known for opposing Obama and Biden policies wins GOP primary for governor

West Virginia's Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey won the GOP nomination for governor, positioning him as the frontrunner for the upcoming election. [ more ]
newyorkupstate
1 month ago
NYC politics

Did you just feel that? An earthquake centered near New York City rattled windows in Upstate NY

Residents in Upstate New York felt the effects of a small earthquake near New York City
The earthquake caused minor shaking and rattling in various locations in Upstate New York [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered near New York City rattles the Northeast

New York City experienced a magnitude 4.8 earthquake with no initial reports of damage.
The quake was felt across the Northeast, with impacts felt in several cities and airports grounding flights. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Hochul finally calls for overhaul of NY's botched legalized pot program: 'What took her so long?'

Gov. Kathy Hochul has called for an overhaul of the state agency overseeing New York's cannabis industry.
The program is under scrutiny after a regulator was accused of retaliation by a pot supplier. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Social justice

New York's racial reparations idiocy

Reparations commission created in New York
Focus on history and impact of reparations [ more ]
Advocate.com
3 months ago
Law

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey nominates former partner for high court, raises GOP ire

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has nominated her former romantic partner to the state's highest court, sparking criticism from Republicans.
Gabrielle Wolohojian has been recommended unanimously by the state's Supreme Judicial Nominating Commission and now needs confirmation from the Governor's Council.
Gov. Healey defends her nominee, stating that Wolohojian is the most qualified for the position despite their personal relationship. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

The first female vice president is from California. Could she help elect the state's first woman governor?

Vice President Kamala Harris met with two women aiming to become California's first female governor, highlighting the possibility of a woman governor in the future.
The two women she met with, Senate leader Toni Atkins and Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, have already launched campaigns for the 2026 gubernatorial race. [ more ]
The Washington Times
5 months ago
US Elections

Trump knocks DeSantis for being an 'absentee governor'

Former President Donald Trump criticizes Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for spending time campaigning in Iowa instead of focusing on his role as governor of Florida.
DeSantis has made himself a fixture in Iowa ahead of the state's kickoff nominating contest next month.
Trump also criticizes Chris Christie, another Republican presidential candidate. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
5 years ago
US politics

Jay Inslee Fast Facts

Jay Inslee is the governor of Washington and a former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate.
He is dedicated to addressing climate change and environmental issues. [ more ]
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