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Talahassee, Fla. (WFLA) – Texting and driving are prohibited in Florida. But Tallahassee lawmakers want to take that a step further, with a hands-free bill moving across the state capitol. A Manatee County mom who lives with ALS is seeking treatment The bill has strengthened support in the Senate, but it appears to be stuck in the House. This is a similar trend that Floridians saw their final session, but instead of being stuck at home, they held up in the Senate. Whether you’re checking social media or considering directions on the map, the hands-free bill attempts to ban all…
The Newswire service was being kicked out after refusing to use the name “American Bay.”US District Judge Trevor McFadden on April 8 determined that President Donald Trump’s administration could not rule out the Associated Press New Wire Services (AP) from White House press on the basis of his refusal to use the name “American Gulf” in place of the Gulf of Mexico.The Associated Press sued some of the Trump administration and press staff after losing their place in the pool from 13 exclusive members who have access to the president in places such as an oval office.McFadden decided that he…
You need to know about the Alien Enemy Act of 1798President Trump wants to summon the alien enemy law of 1798. This is something you need to know about wartime laws.WASHINGTON — The Trump administration can resume deportation of certain migrants, the divided Supreme Court said Monday in a partial victory over President Donald Trump’s tough line approach to immigration.The court did not control whether Trump could use alien enemy laws to deport immigrants. And the majority said that immigrants should have the opportunity to challenge their deportation.But the ruling says immigrants brought their challenges — it was filed in…
Wyatte Grantham-Philips, AP Business WriterNEW YORK (AP) – President Donald Trump has launched a tariff war with almost all of his American trading partners. And the end is invisible.Many drastic new taxes on goods from other countries are already here – expected to take effect immediately on Wednesday. Trump has promised a higher fee for his latest and most serious obligations, which he calls “mutual” tariffs.With so many front and rear tariff actions and threats, it can be difficult to track where things are. Here’s a summary of what you need to know.The container-equipped truck will run through the logistic…
Starke – A Florida man convicted of murdering a Miami Herald employee who was accused of the lunch break was executed Tuesday evening.Michael Tanji was declared to have died at 6:12pm after three drug injections at the Florida State Jail for the stranglehold of Janet Acosta in April 2000.Acosta, a newspaper production worker, was attacked, beaten, stolen with her van, relegated to Florida keys, strangled, and her body left to the island.In his final statement, where his voice was barely heard, Tanji said, “I want to apologize to my family,” and then recited a poem from the Bible.After that, when…
The Keystone Oil Pipeline was closed Tuesday morning after it burst in North Dakota, suspending the transport of crude oil from Canada to US refineries.Pipeline operator Southbow said the system was shut down just before 8am on April 8th after the control center detected a sudden drop in pressure. The Canada-based company has confirmed that oil spills are included in the nearby agricultural sector. The closest town to the site is Fort Bend, North Dakota.”The affected segments are quarantined and operational and containment resources are being mobilized to the site,” a company spokesperson told the Epoch Times via email. “Our…
Canton-Hilscher-ClarkeElectric Co. is another step closer to taking over the previous Canton Brewing Co. Building.Canton City Council on Monday approved multiple tax incentives to help Hilscher-Clarke Electric Co. move its headquarters to the former brewery at 227 Market Ave. N, and redevelop and expand the current building at 519 Fourth St. NW.Through community reinvestment area agreements, the city will ease 75% of property taxes on each building that has been renovated over the next decade. The city uses the income tax revenue it collects from Hillshire Clark to compensate Canton school districts that the district would have received from the…
Spring Tea – The Columbiana Women’s Club is planning a spring tea at the clubhouse at 121 N. Main Street in Columbiana on May 17th. The event, hosted by Pat Keylor, features afternoon tea, petite sandwiches, sweet treats and spring decorations. The event is in two seating – 12:30 PM or 2:30 PM space is limited and RSVP is required at 330-692-1304. Costs are $25 per person, cash or cheque only. Pay a check to Columbiana Women’s Club.Mount Union Concert – Mount Union Raider Steel Band and Percussion Ensemble are planning a spring concert at Spring Performance Hall of the…
The Dow Jones had dropped by 800 points by 4pm Tuesday.Three major US stock indices opened high on Tuesday. Trump administration officials have shown that negotiations were underway between the US and other countries over tariffs, but the market plunged as the day progressed.As of Tuesday afternoon, the Dow Jones industrial average had dropped about 800 points, while the Nasdaq composites had slid 3 percentage points, and the S&P 500 had dropped by more than 2%.Over the last two-day period, we have brought the S&P 500 closer to Bear Market territory, comparable to the speed and strength of the drawdown…
Biglot will begin selling “out of business”Biglot continues to close stores across the US to navigate Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but some locations may be spared.Scripps NewsColumbus-based discount chain Big Lot is planning to reopen several store locations after filing for bankruptcy protection last year. The store is set to reopen on April 10th under new ownership.The retailer announced in a news release that the first opening will begin Thursday. Nine stores in six states have returned after being acquired by variety wholesalers. Four former Ohio Big Lot locations are set to open as Ollie’s bargain outlet stores.Will the Ohio Big…