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US House bill seeks to make transit safer, cheaper; welcomed by California pols
The bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, giving it the potential to generate bipartisan support. However, there is some skepticism that it will pass, given the political climate in Washington, D.C.
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With MN Gov Walz under fire over alleged fraud, WA gov appears to be reconsidering fundraiser
The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform sent letters to Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison last week, requesting copies of all of their communication concerning fraudulent activity in several programs.
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Departing NYC Mayor Adams orders city to use translation apps to ease access to city services
The lame duck Democrat signed an executive order as he prepares to step down, making a high-tech push to help New York City become one of the most "language-friendly" cities in the world.
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Debate over AI regulations heats up over whether to allow state regulations
While Trump admin and some congressional Republicans like Sen. Ted Cruz are pushing for a federal moratorium on state AI regulations, most other members of Congress are calling for a more prudential approach.
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Country star John Rich has hit song and partnership with DHS to combat child exploitation
Millions of kids are reportedly being groomed and exploited online every year, and stronger laws and awareness are the best way to protect them.
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Trump tariffs have mixed impact on Europe's economy, carmakers hit hard, luxury exporters just fine
Also struggling to adjust are European makers of electric vehicle batteries and components, industrial machinery and high-precision instruments.
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Defendant in pipe bomb case told investigators he planted the devices: report
U.S. Magistrate Moxila Upadhyaya on Friday ordered Brian Cole, Jr., to remain in jail after his arrest
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Core inflation at 2.8%: Commerce Department
Driving much of the increase were hikes to the costs of health care, utilities, and myriad services.
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European Commission fines Musk's X $140 million over blue checkmark, transparency concerns
"Europe is taxing Americans to subsidize a continent held back by Europe’s own suffocating regulations," FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said
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Netflix announces $72 billion deal to buy Warner Bros film and streaming assets
The companies estimated the transaction would close in 12 to 18 months, after the TV networks' separation, which is now expected in the third quarter of 2026
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California’s Republican lawmakers move forward in Prop. 50 lawsuit
Suit allegesredrawn congressional district maps were redrawn based on race.
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Amazon Flex settles with Seattle gig workers, agrees to pay $3.78M
The Seattle Office of Labor Standards has reached a settlement with Amazon Flex over alleged violations of three city laws intended to protect gig workers.
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Road to finding J6 pipe bomb suspect paved with fresh FBI eyes and thorough police work
FBI and Justice Department officials stressed that investigators obtained no new evidence or tips, but that a fresh look at the case files and rigorous analysis led to the breakthrough.