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- BusinessBusiness Insider
The list of major companies requiring employees to return to the office, from JPMorgan to Amazon
Companies requiring workers to return to the office include AT&T, Amazon, JPMorgan, and Toyota. View a list of RTO mandates across business and tech.
16 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
Police Logs — January 15, 2025
Norwich Molly-Kate Bolles, 27, of Canterbury, was charged Tuesday with four counts of second-degree failure to appear in court and one count each of first-degree failure to appear in court, criminal impersonation and possession of drug paraphernalia. Atif T. Ali, 42, of Canterbury, was charged Tuesday with carrying a pistol without a permit, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of ...
1 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
New London woman charged with performing illegal cosmetic medical procedures at home
New London — Police have arrested a New London woman on charges she was illegally performing cosmetic medical procedures that included lipolysis, a fat reducing procedure, in a back room of her Lincoln Avenue apartment. Sofia Rodriguez-Lopez, 45, of 107 Lincoln Ave., Apt. 1, was charged Thursday with first-degree reckless endangerment and practicing medicine without a license, which is a ...
4 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
New London resident selected for Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame
A New London resident is among 14 veterans selected to be the latest inductees into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame. Steven A. Ricard, a U.S. Navy veteran, base commander for U.S. Submarine Veterans Inc., and New London Veterans Advisory Committee chairman, will be honored with the other veterans during an induction ceremony at 5 p.m. Jan. 23 in the Gold Star Families Memorial Auditorium ...
2 min read - PoliticsThe Day, New London, Conn.
Wilson named vice chair of legislative Black and Puerto Rican Caucus
Norwich — Second-term state Rep. Derell Wilson, D-Norwich, has been elected as vice chairman of the Legislative Black and Puerto Rican Caucus for the 2025 session. State Rep. Antonio Felipe, D-Bridgeport, was elected chairman of the caucus that was formed in 1976 to promote and assist minorities in becoming more actively involved in the political process and running for office. The caucus also ...
1 min read - BusinessThe Day, New London, Conn.
Great Wolf to ramp up hiring in advance of May debut
Mashantucket — Great Wolf Lodge at Mashantucket, the $300 million indoor waterpark resort scheduled to open in May, will employ some 500 full- and part-time employees, including many high school students and recent high school graduates, Great Wolf Resorts executives said Tuesday. Henry Tessman, the resort’s general manager, said about 50% of the workforce is likely to be under 20 years of ...
3 min read - USKIRO
Edmonds police continue to search for five shooting suspects, teenager remains in critical condition
Edmonds police have released new video footage from a shooting that left a teenager in critical condition. They tell us they want the public’s help identifying the five suspects seen in the video.
2 min read - USKIRO
Sober roads ahead: Washington lawmakers renew push to lower BAC limit to 0.05
In a renewed effort to combat impaired driving, lawmakers are trying once again to lower the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05.
3 min read - USHartford Courant
Police: Teen who brought airsoft gun to CT school allegedly intended to commit ‘suicide by cop’
A 17-year-old is facing multiple charges after allegedly bringing a rifle-style airsoft gun to a Manchester elementary school on Monday with the intention to commit “suicide by cop.” Officers responded to a reports an armed individual near the playground at Verplanck Elementary School around 1:18 p.m. on Monday, according to Lt. Nicholas Reinert of the Manchester Police Department. The alleged ...
2 min read - USSuperior Telegram, Wis.
Douglas County Circuit Court for Jan. 9-13, 2025
Jan. 14—Jan. 9 Samuel Dalton Dupuis, 25, 2336 Tower Ave., 8, computer message-threaten injury or harm, no contest plea, 60 days jail, $843.68 restitution, fine and court costs; disorderly conduct, bail jumping, probation revoked, 90 days jail consecutive; attempted battery or threat to judge, prosecutor or law enforcement officer, deferred prosecution agreement revoked, 90 days jail ...
4 min read - PoliticsNBC News
House passes bill to ban transgender student-athletes from women's sports
The House passed legislation that would ban transgender athletes from participating in women’s and girls’ sports at schools and institutions receiving federal funds.
2 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Pete Hegseth gets a friendly GOP reception: From the Politics Desk
Donald Trump's pick to be defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, received a friendly reception from Republican senators at his confirmation hearing.
7 min read - USTribune-Review, Greensburg, Pa.
Jeannette man accused in hatchet attack now faces rape charges
Jan. 14—A Jeannette man accused of attacking another man with a hatchet last year is now facing rape allegations. Additional charges were filed last week against Kyle Joseph Bair, 32. State police said their investigation into rape accusations started in February after a man reported Bair raped him while he was unconscious and recorded video of the assault. The accuser told investigators he ...
1 min read - PoliticsNBC News
The Catholic Church will also advance an agreement with the communist-run government to release political prisoners, administration officials said.
President-elect Donald Trump designated Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism shortly before he left office in January 2021.
3 min read - USPost-Bulletin, Rochester, Minn.
Parties deliver closing arguments in jury trial for former RPD officer, coach
Jan. 14—ROCHESTER — The jury trial for a former Rochester police officer and John Marshall High School coach concluded Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 14, with closing arguments. Timothy Morgenstern, 24, is charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct, fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct involving sexual contact, and using minors in a sexual performance, all felonies. He is accused of having a ...
4 min read - PoliticsPost-Bulletin, Rochester, Minn.
House reps from Rochester justify their no-show in St. Paul; argue GOP should stick to power-sharing deal
Jan. 14—ROCHESTER — Like their political colleagues across the state, DFL House legislators from Rochester were a no-show on the first day of the Legislative session to protest what they described as a GOP usurpation of power. Instead, DFL Reps. Tina Liebling, Andy Smith and Kim Hicks toured Olmsted County's Waste-to-Energy Facility while defending their actions not to attend the first day of ...
3 min read - PoliticsOdessa American, Texas
Christian calls on TCEQ to stop Biden's methane rule roll out in Texas
Jan. 14—AUSTIN — This week the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is accepting final comments on pending rulemaking (Rule Project Number 2024-027-113-AI) to establish new methane requirements for oil and natural gas operations in Texas. This state rule implementation is required by federal law under the Biden administration and imposes undue burdens on U.S. oil and gas operators, ...
2 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
Landgraf sworn in for new term as state representative
Jan. 14—AUSTIN — State Rep. Brooks Landgraf, R-Odessa, took the oath of office at the Texas Capitol on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a new term serving the Ector, Loving, Ward and Winkler counties in the Texas House of Representatives. Landgraf joined his colleagues in the Texas House and Senate as the 89th Texas Legislature convened on Jan. 14. The legislature will meet for 140 days, ...
2 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
Sparks takes oath of office
Jan. 14—AUSTIN — In a moment of pride and honor, Kevin D. Sparks took the oath of office Tuesday, officially marking the beginning of the 89th legislature as the Texas State Senator for District 31. With his family, friends, and supporters in attendance at the Texas State Capitol, Senator Sparks pledged to uphold the Constitution and serve the citizens of his district with integrity, ...
5 min read - USThe Times-Tribune, Scranton, Pa.
Scranton Housing Authority raises low rents in Park Gardens apartment complex in Green Ridge
SCRANTON — Despite opposition from tenants, the new board overseeing the Scranton Housing Authority raised the low rents in the Park Gardens apartment complex in Green Ridge by 33% to close a $389,000 annual budget deficit there. During a special meeting Monday night attended by over 135 people in the St. Clare Church basement, the board voted 4-0 – with Chairwoman Sarah Cruz, Michael Hanley, ...
9 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Jack Smith breaks silence on Trump smears: DOJ’s final evidence to ‘convict’ 47
Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report stated it had enough evidence to convict Donald Trump, stating “the admissible evidence was sufficient to obtain and sustain a conviction at trial.” MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the newly released Jan. 6 report. (The Beat's YouTube playlist: https://msnbc.com/ari Ari: / arimelber Beat merch: www.msnbc.com/Beat5)
- PoliticsThe Clarion Ledger
Historic MS tax cut would end tax on income, unless you work in porn or are a sex worker
A House tax cut bill meant to eliminate the state income tax would not apply to sex workers in Mississippi.
3 min read - USKIRO
Two young men shot in South Park drive-by shooting
Two young men were taken to the hospital following a drive-by shooting in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
2 min read - USIowa Capital Dispatch
Reynolds calls for focus on health care, child care and disaster recovery in 2025
Gov. Kim Reynolds, delivering her Condition of the State message Tuesday, said the state needs to take action on disaster recovery in the wake of 2024 floods and tornadoes, in addition to laying out policies she said can help address Iowa’s workforce shortages in child care and health care. It’s Reynolds’ eighth time giving the […]
12 min read - USRhode Island Current
Nine states have equity impact laws. Rhode Island could be 10th under this bill.
When lawmakers bring a bill to the chamber floor, one of the first questions their colleagues might ask is: How much will this cost? Fiscal notes offer an answer to that perennial question, by estimating the financial impact of a piece of legislation. Could the same approach be applied beyond a budgetary context, and examine […]
6 min read - USThe Des Moines Register
Gov. Kim Reynolds proposes classroom cellphone ban, Medicaid work requirements, Iowa 'DOGE'
Reynolds, a Republican, laid out her legislative priorities for lawmakers Tuesday in her annual Condition of the State address.
8 min read - USPortsmouth Herald
Rye Harbor Lobster Pound alleges 'illegal' treatment by Pease leaders, Geno Marconi
Rye Harbor Lobster Pound owners allege “harsh, anti-business policies” in lawsuit against Pease leaders and Geno Marconi.
8 min read - PoliticsVirginia Mercury
Historic push for constitutional protections in Virginia gains momentum
The Virginia House of Delegates on Tuesday advanced a slate of proposed constitutional amendments that could enshrine voting rights, reproductive rights, and marriage equality into the state’s Constitution, setting up a potential ballot showdown next year. A Senate committee also moved forward with its versions of the same measures, ensuring the debate continues in both […]
6 min read - BusinessOrlando Sentinel
Brightline attendants serving line to Orlando vote to unionize
Onboard workers at Florida’s privately-owned high-speed passenger rail service Brightline voted Tuesday to join the Transport Workers Union of America, becoming the largest newly organized group of railroad workers nationwide in over 20 years, the union announced in a news release. About 100 onboard and lead attendants provide services to passengers traveling the line from Miami to Orlando, ...
2 min read - USDeseret News
How Utah’s water year is shaping up so far
Snow has been skipping the lower elevations but has been hitting northern Utah mountains.
3 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
American Airlines flight attendant from Phoenix killed in Denver stabbing: What to know
Celinda Levno, 71, is being remembered by loved ones and members within her industry for a career that spanned decades as a flight attendant.
2 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Empty Stocking Fund, Jan. 15, 2025
Jan. 14—The Empty Stocking Fund at the Santa Fe Community Foundation in partnership with The Santa Fe New Mexican is a community benefit project first started by The New Mexican 43 years ago. Each year, hundreds of people receive aid from the fund during the holiday season to help cover rent payments, medical bills, utility costs, car repairs, home improvements and other needs. Who it helps: ...
1 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Police temporarily shut U.S. 84/285 after crashes due to black ice
Jan. 14—A highway north of Santa Fe was closed to traffic for several hours Monday night after multiple crashes police attributed to icy roads. The crashes occurred after sunset, when temperatures dipped down and black ice formed over the road, police said. A New Mexico State Police spokesperson said officers closed a 12-mile section of U.S. 84/285 from about 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Tesuque ...
2 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Lawsuit accuses state of failing to provide records on litigation over prison health care
Jan. 14—An Albuquerque lawyer who has filed dozens of lawsuits on behalf of inmates alleging serious failures of the state's prison health system is asking a court to order the New Mexico General Services Department to hand over records on the costs of such litigation. Attorney Parrish Collins says in his lawsuit the state agency has violated the Inspection of Public Records Act by failing to ...
2 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project to get $120 million
Jan. 14—The Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project will receive $120 million from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to help provide a steadier source of water on tribal lands and in the Western New Mexico city. "With this funding, we are even closer to bringing a safe and reliable water supply to our people," Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren said in a statement. The federal funds are from the ...
1 min read - USThe Lima News, Ohio
Ackerman to retire as Lima schools superintendent
Jan. 14—LIMA — Lima schools Superintendent Jill Ackerman will retire in August. The superintendent announced her retirement Monday when the Lima school board accepted her resignation, effective Aug. 1. "It's time for somebody new," Ackerman told The Lima News. Ackerman spent the entirety of her 37-year career within the Lima schools system, starting as a long-term special education substitute ...
2 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
CEO of New Jersey watchdog agency resigns; Murphy: It's the 'right thing' to do
The chief executive officer of a New Jersey watchdog agency abruptly resigned after an Asbury Park Press report. Here's what we know.
6 min read - PoliticsReuters
California withdraws clean truck EPA waiver request ahead of Trump inauguration
California said on Tuesday it has withdrawn its request for a federal waiver to require commercial truckers to transition to zero-emissions vehicles, preempting an expected denial from the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump. The withdrawal was among several pollution-fighting waiver requests filed with the Environmental Protection Agency that was dropped by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), according to documents posted on Tuesday. "The withdrawal is an important
3 min read - USThe Lima News, Ohio
Marion Township PD gets state re-certification
Jan. 14—COLUMBUS — The Marion Township Police Department in Allen County has received re-certification from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services for maintaining standards set for law enforcement agencies by the Ohio Collaborative Community-Police Advisory Board. Standards established by the collaborative address community engagement, bias-free policing, body-worn cameras, vehicular ...
1 min read - USThe Lima News, Ohio
Smith named to Ohio Mayors Alliance board
Jan. 14—LIMA — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith is stepping into big shoes. Following a vote last December, Smith was appointed to take Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther's spot on the board of the Ohio Mayors Alliance as he was named president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. "It's an honor to be selected to serve on this board," Smith said. "In order for Lima to thrive we have to be connected with ...
1 min read - USThe Lima News, Ohio
Victim testifies in abduction trial
Jan. 14—LIMA — A victim testified Tuesday in the Allen County Common Pleas Court in the case of a Lima man facing a third-degree felony abduction charge. The victim, who wished to remain anonymous, was in a relationship with Arthur Brown III when an incident occurred Sept. 17 that led to the abduction charge. She said they shared a Facebook page and she started an argument with Brown when she ...
2 min read - BusinessThe Times Herald
Midwest region gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Midwest region last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - PoliticsKnox News | The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs endorses Sen. Marsha Blackburn for governor
Blackburn has yet to make an announcement, but Jacobs' endorsement comes hours after Knox News reported she was considering a run.
3 min read - USGreen Bay Press-Gazette
Green Bay RDA declares Main Street property on East River blighted; intent is to buy site
Readers asked us about what's happening with this site in November
3 min read - USFlorida Today
News in 90: New Glenn launch, housekeeper arrest and pedestrian death
FLORIDA TODAY's Rob Landers brings you some of today's top local headlines.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Des Moines Register
Iowa's US Sen. Joni Ernst will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth as secretary of defense
"I will support President Trump’s pick for Secretary of Defense," U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst said in a statement.
2 min read - PoliticsKansas Reflector
Kansas House, Senate Democrats want to focus ’25 session on cost-of-living issues
Democrats in Kansas Legislature want to focus on cost-of-living issues, including raising the state's minimum wage and cutting renters' property tax burden.
5 min read - USNY Daily News
CUNY faculty and staff ratify new union contract
Unionized faculty and staff at the City University of New York have ratified a contract involving across-the-board raises and a $3,000 bonus, Chancellor Félix Matos Rodríguez announced Tuesday. Ninety percent of Professional Staff Congress members who voted approved the agreement with the CUNY administration that includes nearly two years of back pay and runs through 2027. Over three weeks, ...
1 min read - USWHIO
Son facing murder charges after firing shots into father’s home, court docs say
A man has been charged in connection to a deadly shooting in Yellow Springs.
1 min read - USThe Progress-Index
Sponsor of casino revenue-sharing bill says he will pull it if localities ask to do so
In making his announcement, bill sponsor criticized Petersburg for what he called 'name-calling' over the measure: 'Residents deserve so much better'
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