(The Center Square) – The Spokane County Treasurer’s Office announced an investment of $423,864 in the form of a loan to Spokane County Fire District #10.
17-year-old who attacked paraprofessional to undergo competency hearing
The date for the hearing has not been set yet. The 17-year-old was court-ordered in March to undergo a mental evaluation.
Olivia Erfman-Tenzel, Yanni Psareas: Why Republicans should lead the way on energy, climate
Energy produced in America is already among the cleanest in the world.
Florida will reject Medicaid coverage for immigrants
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is doubling down on its opposition.
Bob Iger says Gov. DeSantis' fight with Disney is about 'one thing': Retaliation
Disney CEO Bob Iger addressed the company’s ongoing fight with Florida during the company’s earnings call Wednesday.
House panel squabbles over ESG definition, standards
(The Center Square) – Democrats and Republicans presented different definitions of environmental, social and governance investment standards, with Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs calling it “data about value, not values”
Discover the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities in Florida
Unemployment for people with disabilities is at an all-time low nationally and especially in Florida.
Diagnosis for 5.10.23: Checking the pulse of Florida health care news and policy
It’s time again to check the pulse — of Florida’s health care policy and politics.
Republicans say Pritzker entrapped Illinoisans who bought guns when ban was halted
(The Center Square) – Illinois Republicans say Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s administration entrapped citizens who bought certain semi-automatic firearms during the six-day window when the state’s gun ban was blocked by
Disney World could face code enforcement fines from its new governing board
“This is another tool in the toolbox for enforcement.”
Two seriously injured in crash at C.R. 302, C.R. 305 intersection
One driver was airlifted to Halifax Health in critical condition. The other driver was in serious condition and taken to a hospital by Flagler County Fire Rescue.
Nick Primrose adds $45K in race for HD 18
He has nearly $150K banked between his campaign account and political committee.
Senate Commerce Committee advances Railway Safety Act
(The Center Square) — The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday advanced a measure that ostensibly aims to increase safety on the nation’s railroads.
Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz announces run for Washington governor
(The Center Square) – Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz announced Wednesday that she is a candidate for Washington state governor in the 2024 election.
Telehealth rule extension gives Pennsylvania more tools to fight opioid crisis
(The Center Square) – The COVID-19 federal Public Health Emergency is set to end Thursday, but an important extension will preserve flexibility for telemedicine.
Yakima police propose 10% budget reductions to balance city general fund
(The Center Square) – The Yakima Police Department is proposing reductions to its staffing levels to help the city avoid a potential budget gap in the near future.
Poll: Majority of Americans want spending cuts included in debt ceiling deal
(The Center Square) – An overwhelming number of voters say that President Joe Biden should compromise with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to cut government spending as part of a deal
Nikki Fried calls Ron DeSantis out for debt ceiling double-dealing
‘DeSantis is supporting the MAGA Republicans who are holding our economy hostage.’
Senate refuses to confirm one of Gov. DeSantis' New College trustees
Eddie Speir testified to Senators about sharing Christian ‘truths’ to the student body on campus.
Pritzker signs measure ensuring benefits for first responders affected by COVID-19
(The Center Square) – First responders in Chicago who were affected by COVID-19 while on the job will now be eligible for benefits after Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill