Nevada jobless rate rises, still nations highest
Nevada reported the highest unemployment rate in the U.S., at 5.8% in January.
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Lawmakers propose banning all federal labor unions
Labor unions representing federal workers are facing another challenge to collective bargaining rights — and even their very existence — in a newly introduced Republican bill meant to... Read More.
Michigan to remove 318,000 inactive voter registrations in April
Michigan recently announced plans to remove over 318,000 inactive voter registrations in April.
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NATO plans to stay out of Trumps plans to acquire Greenland
President Donald Trump said Thursday that NATO could be instrumental in helping the U.S. gain control of Greenland, the Danish territory that Trump says is key to international... Read More.
Reactions mixed to DeWine’s State of the State
Business groups, policy organizations and Democrats found things to like about Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's State of the State Address on Wednesday. But there were concerns, as well.
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Newsom’s Medi-Cal seeks $3.4B bailout, spending $9.5B on noncitizens
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Medi-Cal system is seeking a $3.4 billion taxpayer bailout after spending $9.5 billion this year on noncitizen immigrant health care.
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Ohio among best in nation in new highway report
It might be tough to convince Ohio drivers dodging potholes currently, but a new report ranks the state with the 10th best highway system report.
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Report: Wisconsin voter ID law hasnt had negative impact on voter turnout
Wisconsin’s voter ID law has had no negative impact on voter turnout in the state since it was fully implemented, according to a new report from the Wisconsin... Read More.
Former Greenpeace director faces tough questions at pipeline trial
In an ongoing trial over protests during the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, Greenpeace brought in a critical witness Wednesday for questioning: Annie Leonard, Greenpeace USA’s executive... Read More.
Democrats gamble with government shutdown as deadline looms
Less than 48 hours before federal agencies run out of money, Senate Democrats have decided to risk a government shutdown in a largely symbolic effort to oppose the... Read More.
