Kansas enacts most sweeping transgender bathroom law in the US
Kansas enacted what may be the most sweeping transgender bathroom law in the US on Thursday after Republican lawmakers overrode the Democratic governor's veto of the measure.The state's governor, Laura Kelly, had blocked the bill, suggesting it was discriminatory and would hurt the state's ability to attract businesses.
More than 100 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have already been proposed this year
Over 100 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have already been filed in state legislatures in 2023.NBC News reported that the bills are concentrated in 22 states, with Texas leading the charge, followed by Missouri, North Dakota, and Oklahoma.Most of the bills target trans youth, but this year, some of them are also looking to restrict health care for trans adults.
Good Morning, News: Charter Reform Wins, Hardesty Loses (to Unqualified Candidate), and as for Governor... WHO KNOWS?
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Analysis | Biden's Warning About Democracy Will Go Unheeded
WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 02: A U.S Secret Service agent stands guard prior to U.S.President Joe Biden delivers remarks on preserving and protecting election democracy at Union Station on November 2, 2022 in Washington, DC.Biden addresses the threat of election deniers and those who seek to undermine faith in voting and democracy; and the stakes for our democracy in the upcoming midterm elections (Photo by Michael A. McCoy/Getty Images) (Photographer: Michael A. McCoy/Getty Images North America)President Joe Biden, who delivered what is likely to be an ineffective speech last night on the perils faced by American democracy, might want to keep in mind Senator Gerald Nye of North Dakota.
Good Morning, News: Oregon Voter Glitch, Central Library is Back Open, and the Supreme Court Gets Involved with Trump's Taxes
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Local housing markets is a HousingWire magazine feature spotlighting housing trends across the country.Bergen County, N.J.New Jersey's Bergen County gives homebuyers the best of both worlds.There are over 9,000 acres of parklands and easy access to New York City.There are excellent schools and great transportation into Manhattan, but if you go a little bit north you can go hiking.
Ex-North Dakota bank prez and LO sentenced to prison for bank fraud
Brady Torgerson, former president of First Security Bank-West, was sentenced to two years in prison for two counts of bank fraud he conducted between 2019 and 2021 when working for the North Dakota-based bank and Union Bank as a loan officer.Three others were also sentenced in connection to the fraud.
Thieves' Loot: A Warhol, a Pollock and 9 of Berra's World Series Rings
An alarm at the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, N.Y., blared at about 2 a.m. on a fall morning in 2015, prompting its director to drive to the building and learn that culprits had broken in and stolen six championship belts from the '40s and '50s.Who could do this to a hall of fame museum?
These Are The Most Popular Super Bowl Dips In Every State
For football fans, the countdown to Sunday, February 12th - otherwise known as Super Bowl LVII - where the dominant Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the powerhouse Philadelphia Eagles - is completely on.For football super-fans, or those who are serious about their fantasy teams, this match-up is sure to be a knuckle-biter, with family legacy on the line.
This Survey Reveals Your State's Most Ordered Drink
A drink order can say a lot about a person...and a state.Do you prefer martinis or margaritas?A dive bar or a cocktail lounge?We've covered your state's favorite Super Bowl dips and Christmas cookies.Now, we're revealing your state's favorite drink orderand tipping habits.Upgraded Points surveyed 2,200 people across the U.S. to study their bar-ordering habits, including beer and classic cocktail of choice.
With remote work on the rise, prospective parents have more flexibility to choose the best places to raise their families.With that in mind, they might want to read a new study by WalletHub, which considers a range of factors to find which U.S. states are best (and worst) for raising children.The states were scored using 51 weighted metrics across five categories.
2.4 million homeowners in California, or 33 percent of all property owners, own their properties free and clear (Illustration by The Real Deal with Getty) A third of California homeowners own their properties free and clear.Nearly 2.4 million homeowners across the state in 2021 had no property mortgage, the third highest among the states and Washington, D.C., the Orange County Register reported.
Dodgers News: Fandom Spreads Far and Wide for The Boys in Blue
The Dodgers are one of the most famous and illustrious sports brands.Their fan base spreads far and wide, and we've seen that at full display whenever the Boys in Blue are on the road.From coast to coast, the Dodgers fill opposing teams' stadiums, and it's to no one surprise as they are one of the most storied franchises in the league.
At least 11 states have enacted restrictive voting laws this year, new report finds
At least 11 states have enacted 13 restrictive voting laws this year, according to a new analysis from the liberal-leaning Brennan Center for Justice at New York University's law school.The Brennan Center said the 13 restrictive laws enacted so far this year is greater than the number of restrictive laws enacted in any year in the last decade with an exception to 2021 in which at least 14 states, during about the same time frame, had passed 22 restrictive laws following the 2020 election.
Unpopular California: Moves to the state drop 11% in 5 years
A swiftly declining number of Americans are choosing to move to California.While the great California exodus debate grabs headlines, another slice of migration patterns reveals a far more ominous population trend for the Golden State.Basically, it's become a great place to visit, but who'd want to move there?
Affiliate Report: Providence extends winning streak, Maine falters to familiar foe
The Boston Bruins are clicking on all cylinders in what is shaping up to be a special season.Down on the farm, the Providence Bruins are following suit as Boston's AHL affiliate continues to rack up wins.Providence extended its winning streak to five with a pair of victories over the Charlotte Checkers ( Florida Panthers) at home, winning 5-2 on Friday night and 5-3 on Sunday afternoon.
Mitchell Miller signing a disservice to the Bruins and the victim's family
Bruins The Bruins will risk fracturing a tight-knit locker room if or when they call up Miller.Within the confines of the Boston Bruins locker room, they pride themselves on establishing a close bond with one another.Their tight-knit culture goes back to 2006 when Zdeno Chara arrived and set the tone as the team captain.
North Dakota GOP Gov. Doug Burgum files to run for president in 2024
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum on Wednesday filed paperwork to run for president.The long-shot Republican contender is set to kick off his campaign with an event in Fargo, North Dakota, and earlier this week he released a video teasing the bid.Anger, yelling, infighting that's not going to cut it anymore.
Mike Pence Formally Enters 2024 Race, Challenging Trump
Former Vice President Mike Pence filed paperwork on Monday declaring his presidential candidacy, embarking on a long-shot campaign against the former president he served under, Donald J. Trump.Mr. Pence, who filed the necessary papers to run with the Federal Election Commission, has polled in the single digits in every public survey taken so far, well behind Mr. Trump, who has reshaped the Republican Party over the last seven years.
North Dakota Gov. Burgum set to make an announcement on June 7 in a sign of potential White House bid
In a sign pointing toward a possible Republican presidential bid, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is set to make an announcement June 7 in Fargo, a source familiar with the plans told CNN.Fargo, near Burgum's small hometown of Arthur, North Dakota, is where the governor built a software company that was later acquired by Microsoft.
NY governor signs two bills aimed at ensuring access to abortion medication and over-the counter contraceptives
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday signed two bills into law aimed at increasing access to medication abortion and over-the-counter contraceptives for New Yorkers.The bills, which passed the New York state legislature earlier this year, will make the difference between an unwanted pregnancy and a future where they can decide what they want to do, the Democratic governor said Tuesday.
Exclusive: US Air Force fires leaders for failing nuclear safety inspection
Two US Air Force commanders and four of their subordinates at a key nuclear base in North Dakota were relieved of duty this week after their units failed an inspection designed to ensure that the nuclear weapons stockpile is safe and secure at all times, two defense officials told CNN.The removals occurred at Minot Air Force Base, which is the only Air Force installation that houses two legs of the nuclear triad ballistic missile silos and strategic bombers.
Oklahoma voters will reject legalization of recreational marijuana, CNN projects
Voters in Oklahoma will reject a ballot measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state for adults ages 21 and older, CNN projects.The ballot measure at stake in Tuesday's special election was one of several such measures on cannabis use that has been considered by voters in recent months.
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DC Is Home to America's Best Drivers. Wait, What? - Washingtonian
It's official: when it comes to the best drivers, DC is No. 1. That's according to a new study from Forbes Advisor, which compared driving data from fatal car accidents to determine the states with the worst drivers.The District came in last.Forbes compared all 50 states and DC across six categories.
North Dakota Gov. signs bill that allows teachers to misgender their students
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum (R) has signed an anti-trans bill into law that, effective immediately, restricts several rights of trans students and public employees.H.B. 1522 makes it illegal for schools and government entities to require teachers and employees to use trans people's proper pronouns.
One Illinois hospital earns an F for safety, while another climbs from an F to an A in new ratings
A South Side hospital has earned an F for safety, while another has clawed its way from an F to an A, according to new ratings from the nonprofit Leapfrog Group.Roseland Community Hospital was the only hospital in Illinois to earn an F this spring.Meanwhile, St. Bernard Hospital and Health Care Center in Englewood earned an A for safety, after getting an F just two years ago.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - South Dakota's six public universities plan to offer in-state tuition rates to students from Wisconsin and Illinois by next fall.The South Dakota Advantage plan has until now offered in-state tuition to undergraduates and graduate students from Colorado, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota and Wyoming residents, the Argus Leader reported Thursday.
This company is helping Missourians prepare for looming restrictions on trans healthcare
Since mid-April, transgender people in Missouri have known that it could soon be much harder for them to get gender-affirming care in the state.On April 13, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced an emergency rule that puts big limits on hormone therapy for both adults and children, and was set to take effect Thursday, though a judge temporarily blocked the measure Wednesday in response to lawsuits from advocacy groups.
First-time home buyers around the country are struggling to amass a down payment in this high-inflation economy.But there may be hope.For those who work remotely or are open to relocating, a recent study by Rocket Homes can help find a new locale.The study compared 383 major metropolitan areas to find the best ones for home buyers with household incomes of $65,000 just below the median national household income of $70,784, the most recently reported figure from the U.S. Census Bureau.
First-time home buyers around the country are struggling to amass a down payment in this high-inflation economy.But there may be hope.For those who work remotely or are open to relocating, a recent study by Rocket Homes can help find a new locale.The study compared 383 major metropolitan areas to find the best ones for home buyers with household incomes of $65,000 just below the median national household income of $70,784, the most recently reported figure from the U.S. Census Bureau.
The last few years have been among the most challenging for home buyers.The pandemic blew up prices as demand for single-family homes grew.Today, inflated prices, high interest rates and few active listings continue to make finding and buying a house extremely difficult.But what about building a house from the ground up?
News | We've signed defenceman Jonny Tychonick to a two-year AHL contract.#LongLive- Toronto Marlies (@TorontoMarlies) March 20, 2023
The Toronto Marlies announced today that the hockey club has signed defenceman Jonny Tychonick to a two-year AHL contract through the 2023-24 season.Tychonick, 23, recorded 26 points (8 goals, 18 assists) through 35 games with the University of Nebraska-Omaha (NCAA).
Jasper Weatherby's emotional goodbye to Sharks after 'awesome' opportunity
When's the last time that it felt really, really good to be a San Jose Sharks fan?It probably hasn't been at any time this year.Sure, Erik Karlsson is having a season for the ages.But a 0-5-0 start - and trading homegrown star Timo Meier - cast a pall on this campaign.Really, it's been a depressing four years for Sharks fans, going back to letting Joe Pavelski walk in free agency in the summer of 2019.
Valentine's Day Aurora Borealis Could Be Visible For A Few Lucky Americans
For some lucky Americans, Valentine's Day is going to have some extra sparkle that won't take any effort on your part to soak in.However, to be able to see it live and not through a live stream, you'll need to live in a few specific states.But here's what you need to know.What is the Aurora Borealis?
As More Schools Turn To 4 Day Weeks, It Might Not Be Good For Kids (Or Parents)
A school district in Missouri could become the next to adopt a four-day educational week for students, joining a growing number of school districts across the country in shifting to a truncated school week.St.Joseph School District in Kansas City recently announced that administrators and board members are considering a truncated week after board members in another Missouri district voted 6-1 to shorten their school week from five to four days.
Child Care Issues Make American Parents Lose $359 Million In Wages - Each Week
Child care can be a very stressful part of parenting.If you're lucky enough to find a person or a center you trust, affording care is a puzzle that doesn't always work.
This Map Shows The Best & Worst States To Have A Baby
Having a baby is no easy feat.You can do all the reading, listen to all the experts, and think you know what you're doing, but there's always something that will surprise you.
The Capitals arrived to Carter-Finley Stadium on a school bus wearing custom letterman jackets and holding footballs
The 2023 Stadium Series game between the Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes will emanate from the confines of NC State's Carter-Finley football stadium on Saturday night.The Caps made sure to dress the part as they arrived at the college sporting venue.They rolled up in a full-on yellow school bus wearing custom letterman jackets and holding footballs.
Remembering the Contributions and Legacy of Dr. Michael I. Loewy - San Francisco Bay Times
By Eduardo Morales, Ph.D.- Friday, February 7, 2023, marked the passing of Dr. Michael I. Loewy, a beloved member of the psychology community and advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals.He was known for his warmth, generosity, and dedication to social justice and equity.He made significant contributions as a scholar, activist, advocate, and educator.
Scientists are flying into snowstorms to explore winter weather mysteries
The P-3 research plane leaving its hangar at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.Patrick Black/NASA High up in some ice-filled clouds, sitting inside an airplane loaded with science instruments, Christian Nairy looked at pictures flashing on his computer screen.This high-altitude slideshow is displaying real-time images of cloud particles being sampled by a device out on the plane's wing and some of the ice crystals looked like perfect little snowflakes.
Californians driving bigger cars could be charged more in vehicle registration fees
Big cars and trucks could end up costing California drivers more in vehicle registration fees, if a new bill that was introduced in the state Legislature is approved.Vehicle registration fees in California are based on the value of the car, but a bill introduced by Assemblymember Christopher M. Ward (D-San Diego) would look at what the impact could be if there was a fee based on weight.
Hotbeds, Hidden Gems, and Underdogs: Ultramarathon Distribution Across the U.S. and Canada
Talk to any ultramarathon runner who has been in the sport for a while, and they are bound to have an opinion on its growth and evolution.It's a fun topic of conversation.And don't numbers make things even more fun?If we had data on ultramarathon races and finishers across a country or continent, we could dig into where the ultra scene is already well-developed and where the untapped markets exist.
Clear start to the week, then another slushy storm due Thursday and Friday
Weather Massachusetts will have a particularly frigid Christmas holiday-perhaps the coldest in a decade.Bay Staters gearing up for the holidays can expect a cold but sunny start to the upcoming week, though a slushy storm is expected just before Christmas.The National Weather Service's Boston bureau forecasts a four-day respite from messy winter weather before a chance of rain and snow arrives on Thursday and Friday.
Cody Mauch Would Bring Toughness and Athleticism to the Commanders' OL
Cody Mauch, OL School: North Dakota State University | Conference: Missouri Valley Conference College Experience: Redshirt Junior | Age: 24 (Week 1) Height / Weight: 6'5" 305 lbs Projected Draft Status: Mid 2nd-3rd round Player Comparison: Alex Cappa Player Overview Following in the footsteps of other recently drafted FCS linemen like Trevor Penning, Cole Strange, and Braxton Jones in the 2022 NFL Draft, Cody Mauch is looking to become the next in line to carry the torch in 2023.
Millions of children are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage starting in April
The majority of American children now receive their health insurance through Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program, according to a new report published Wednesday by the Georgetown Center for Children and Families.But that could change starting this spring.As many as 6.7 million children are at risk of losing that coverage once states restart their reviews of recipients' eligibility, according to Georgetown.
TikTok is driving an offline lift in sales for some brands
According to the two brands, this trend indicates that the short-form viral video app has significantly wider ramifications than a typical digital media advertising platform.Over the last year, TikTok has also managed to become a more profitable advertising channel overall, helping a majority of small- and medium-sized business that run ads on its platform.
Indiana sues TikTok for misleading users on child safety and data security
Indiana's attorney general filed a pair of lawsuits against TikTok on Wednesday, accusing the company of misleading users about its ties to the Chinese government and showing mature content to minors, as first reported by The New York Times.In his first complaint, Attorney General Todd Rokita claimed that TikTok deceived parents on the amount of sexual and drug-related content accessible to young users of the app.
Privacy hacks may hurt your credit, while most lottery winners can't hide
Privacy seems to be an increasingly rare commodity.How often do we hear about security breaches that reveal our personal information to some bad actor somewhere?It feels as if it's almost daily.LastPass, the password security app (ironically enough), Chick-fil-A and Twitter have all recently (like in the past couple of weeks or so) had security fails.
California, No. 1 for homeowners, but 12th-worst for ownership growth
The Looking Glass ponders economic and real estate trends through two distinct lenses: the optimist's glass half-full and the pessimist's glass half-empty.Buzz: California has the most residents living in a home they own than any other state, but its ownership growth is the 12th-slowest in the nation.
Russia sanctions 25 more Americans, including Sean Penn and Ben Stiller
In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Office, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Ben Stiller talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during their meeting in Kyiv, Ukraine, June 20, 2022.
LA Investment Firm Scores $581M CMBS Loan for Amazon Portfolio
Preylock Real Estate, an investment firm based in Century City, has secured a loan in connection with its acquisition of eight Amazon-leased warehouses across the country, The Real Deal has learned.
WAIMEA, HI - DECEMBER 8: Makuakai Rothman, Sunny Garcia, and Ibon Amatrian ride a wave during the first round of the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Competition big wave surfing contest on December 8, 2009 in Waimea, Hawaii.Thousands of spectators and surfers are flocking to Hawaii's beaches to see some of the largest waves in the state in half a decade.
California has 41% of the nation's million-dollar homes
Survey says looks at various rankings and scorecards judging geographic locations while noting these grades are best seen as a mix of artful interpretation and data.Buzz: Here's an odd measure of California housing's unaffordability the state is home to two out of every five U.S. residences valued at $1 million or more.
Keystone pipeline ordered shut down after leak of 14,000 barrels of oil | CBC News
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says it ordered a shutdown of the Keystone oil pipeline this week, after a leak of 14,000 barrels of crude oil was discovered in northeastern Kansas."We are monitoring & investigating the Keystone Pipeline leak first detected Weds night," Buttigieg said on Twitter Friday, adding that the administration has issued a Correction Action Order "requiring a shutdown of the affected segment, analysis of the cause, and other safety measures."
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Remembering Peter Schjeldahl: indispensable critic, poet, and lyrical observer of the embodied experience of art
It was an afternoon in late August 2019 when the poet and art critic Peter Schjeldahl first got the call from his doctor with the news that his lung cancer had spread.He was driving to meet his wife, Brooke, at their country house at Bovina, in the Catskills.Patsy Cline's Walkin' After Midnight played on the car radio and Schjeldahl had just hit mile 81 of the New York State Thruway.
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Peter Schjeldahl, the revered art critic for the New Yorker, has died, aged 80
Peter Schjeldahl, the staff art critic whose distinct, poetic voice has been a reliable guiding light in the New York art world for decades, has died at age 80.
The company said it had shut down the pipeline after oil spilled into a creek near a Kansas town of about 1,000 people.Miles of unused pipe, prepared for the Keystone XL pipeline, sit in a lot on October 14, 2014, outside Gascoyne, North Dakota.Andrew Burton / Getty Images Climate campaigners on Thursday were outraged but unsurprised as TC Energy in Canada - the company behind the Keystone XL pipeline proposal defeated last year - announced the 22nd spill from its original pipeline.
San Francisco allows police to use robots to remotely kill suspects
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors has voted to allow the San Francisco Police Department to use lethal robots against suspects, ushering the sci-fi dystopia trope into reality.As the AP reports, the robots would be remote-controlled-not autonomous-and would use explosives to kill or incapacitate suspects when lives are at stake.
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Publicly Listed Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Publishes Update After SEC Filing That Mentions 'Restructuring' Mining Bitcoin News
On Nov. 7, 2022, the bitcoin mining firm Core Scientific released the company's October update after the company's Form 8-K U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing on Oct. 26, 2022.The filing noted that the company was in the process of exploring restructuring its existing capital structure.
Publicly-Listed Bitcoin Miner Cleanspark's Hashrate Exceeds 3 Exahash, Firm Records Daily Production High of 13.25 BTC
Bitcoin miner Cleanspark says it experienced accelerated growth amid the crypto winter this year and the operation's hashrate has surpassed 3 exahash per second (EH/s), tripling in less than twelve months' time.
Bruins cut ties with prospect Miller amid criticism
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CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN.Less than three days after signing Mitchell Miller to an entry-level contract, the Boston Bruins announced Sunday they were cutting ties with the controversial prospect.The decision to sign the 20-year-old defenseman drew intense criticism from the moment the Bruins announced it Friday.
Mitchell Miller's agent releases statement after Bruins' controversial signing
Bruins Eustace King wrote that he "understand[s] the gravity of the situation and respect[s] the fierce emotions and reactions to the initial reporting and commentary around Mr. Miller's past behavior."As the Bruins continue to take plenty of flak from the hockey community over their signing of defenseman Mitchell Miller, the 2020 draft pick of the Coyotes whose rights were renounced after the revelation of years of abuse of a developmentally disabled classmate, Miller's agent released a statement about his client Sunday.
Peter Schjeldahl, New York Art Critic With a Poet's Voice, Dies at 80
Peter Schjeldahl, a critic whose elegant reviews in The New Yorker and, before that, The Village Voice, made him an indispensable guide to contemporary art, died on Friday at his home in Bovina, N.Y.
U.S. Eyes Planned Russian Nuclear Exercises Amid NATO War Games
Russian military forces have yet to notify the Biden Administration about annual large-scale nuclear war games that are expected to take place this month.
Report: Matt Waletzko will undergo shoulder surgery, expected to miss rest of season - ProFootballTalk
The Cowboys added offensive tackle Matt Waletzko to the practice report Thursday with a shoulder injury.It likely stands as his final practice of his rookie season.
US formula shortage persists and will 'take a while to fix'
(CNN)The nationwide baby formula shortage that federal leaders once said would be fixed within weeks has dragged on for months, despite tons of imports and key steps forward in domestic production.
Here's Where Abortions Will likely Be Banned or Strictly Limited Post-Roe | KQED
Five additional states that don't have trigger laws do have pre-laws banning abortion which could now be applied, depending on state legislative action or judicial enforcement.
2022 NBA Draft: Warriors take Patrick Baldwin Jr. with first-round pick
SAN FRANCISCO - While some of the Warriors are still celebrating the NBA title they won one week ago, Golden State's brass turned its attention to what's to come.
Hepatitis A Outbreak in U.S. and Canada Linked to Strawberries
Public health officials said they were investigating an outbreak of hepatitis A in the United States and Canada that is potentially linked to organic strawberries.