Monthly Archives: June 2017
Hawaii named ‘worst state to make a living’ … again
HONOLULU (Hawaii News Now) -At least we’re consistent: For a seventh straight year, Hawaii has been named the worst state to make a living thanks to its astronomical cost of living. Hawaii News Now takes a closer look at the … Continue reading
Dems push leaders to talk less about Russia
Democratic leaders have been beating the drum this year over the ongoing probes into the Trump administration’s potential ties to Moscow, taking every opportunity to highlight the saga and forcing floor votes designed to uncover any business dealings the president … Continue reading
Big cases, retirement rumors as Supreme Court nears finish
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court enters its final week of work before a long summer hiatus with action expected on the Trump administration’s travel ban and a decision due in a separation of church and state case that arises … Continue reading
CNN SCRUBS TRUMP STORY
On Thursday, CNN published a damning report alleging ties between the President’s associates and a Russian investment fund. Last night, CNN pulled the story altogether with a complete retraction, not a correction. The original story said the Senate Intelligence Committee … Continue reading
Businesses Destroyed During Riots Sue City Officials for Failing to Prevent Damage
The April 2015 Baltimore riots caused a great deal of damage to local businesses. Former Baltimore mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake is reported to have told police to stand down and insisted that the lawless mobs be given “space” to destroy private … Continue reading
NH Budget: Tax Cuts, Tax Repeal, Funding for State Priorities
The House voted 198-169 in favor of the $11.7 billion 2-year spending plan for the State of New Hampshire contained in HB144, and 212-161 in favor of HB517, the trailer bill containing policy and tax reforms to accompany the budget. … Continue reading
Nebraska Democratic Official Ousted After Recording Surfaced of Him Wishing Scalise Died
Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb has ousted Phil Montag, a volunteer for the party’s technology committee, after a recording surfaced of him saying he was glad House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was shot and wished he died. Scalise and … Continue reading
Illinois Bishop Decrees No Communion, Funeral Rites For Same-Sex Spouses
A Catholic bishop has instructed priests in his central Illinois diocese to deny communion, last rites and funeral rites to people in same-sex marriages – unless they repent. In the decree he sent to priests, deacons, seminarians and staff in … Continue reading
Dealing With Death as a Survivor of Abuse
How Do You Deal When Estranged Family Member Dies? … Was it the person who died that cut off ties or did I separate from them? If you are a survivor of abuse and you withdrew for your protection, you … Continue reading
Aquarion Water Company warns NH residents about phone scam
HAMPTON — Aquarion Water Company is warning customers about a phone call scam, where imposters are identifying themselves as Aquarion and requesting immediate payment for water services. Aquarion Water Company serves 25,000 people in the towns of Hampton, North Hampton, … Continue reading