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Adam Miller and Devin Steiner to 30 days in prison each for storming the Capitol on Jan 6th

2 Ohio Men Sentenced to Prison for Storming of Capitol on January 6th

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 1:27 PM EDT
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By Stetson Miller
Adam Miller and Devin Steiner were sentenced on Thursday to 30 days in prison for taking part in the attack on the Capitol back on January 6th 2021.

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Regis Martinez explains the impawcations of SCOTUS case Jack Daniels v VIP Products

Squeaky toy causes trademark dog-fight at the Supreme Court

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 3:43 PM EDT
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By Molly Martinez
Oral arguments were heard Wednesday in the case of Jack Daniel's Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products

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Regis Martinez showcases his Bad Spaniel dog toy beside a bottle of Jack Daniels.

Dog day in court: Jack Daniels sues pet company over squeaky toy

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 3:58 PM EDT
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By Molly Martinez
Both companies are refusing to roll over in this dog toy lawsuit.

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Alzheimer patients rally for easier access to FDA-approved treatments

Alzheimer patients rally for easier access to FDA-approved treatments

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 12:52 PM EDT
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By Jamie Bittner
Alzheimer patients travelled from across the country to the rally outside the White House.

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Women continue to make history in Congress

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 10:53 AM EDT
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By Jamie Bittner
Despite accounting for nearly 51% of the population, women claim only 28% of the combined seats in the House & Senate.

National

Supreme Court to Hear Case on Navajo Nation Water Rights

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Stetson Miller
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Monday for a case about the water needs for the Navajo Nation.

National

A Virginia teen lobbied the President for lower insulin costs. Now, he’s focused on lawmakers

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Jamie Bittner
One year after President Biden spotlighted Joshua Davis’ advocacy, Davis continues push for lower insulin costs.

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“This is not 2008:” Financial expert assuages fears over Silicon Valley Bank collapse

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 3:39 PM EDT
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By Molly Martinez
It’s been a tumultuous week for the stock market, as the dust settles after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.

National

President Biden heads to Nevada to talk about lowering prescription drug prices

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 11:10 AM EDT
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By Josh Rultenberg
President Biden is set to discuss lowering prescription drug prices in Las Vegas on Wednesday.

National

NASA, Smithsonian scientists to launch satellite into space to monitor air pollution

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 3:32 PM EDT
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By Brendan Cullerton
NASA is launching an instrument into space that is designed to monitor air pollution in North America.

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Rising rates of colorectal cancer for young people underlies lobbying effort

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT
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By Jamie Bittner
Campaigners are pushing for more support as colorectal cancer case numbers rise among adults 21-50.

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Biden administration tries to quell bank crisis with government intervention

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 4:17 PM EDT
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By Peter Zampa
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in California, New York-based Signature Bank, and troubles at the San Francisco-based First Republic Bank are sending shivers through financial markets.

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized for concussion after fall

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 5:15 PM EST
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By Stetson Miller
Senator Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized with a concussion after falling at a dinner event in Washington DC.

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DOJ moves to ground JetBlue, Spirit merger

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 4:02 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
The Justice Department announcing Tuesday they plan to block a merger deal between Jet Blue and Spirit Airlines.

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Sen. Tammy Baldwin pushes for legislation that would require relabeling of plant-based milks following release of new FDA guidance 

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 3:49 PM EST
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By Stetson Miller
Senator Tammy Baldwin has reintroduced legislation that would limit what can be labeled as milk to dairy products.

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Supreme Court hears arguments in major case that challenges the President’s student debt relief

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 6:18 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
The U.S. Supreme Court considers two cases tied to President Biden's proposed student loan debt relief.

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Supreme Court tackles identity theft statute some say is too broad

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST
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By Brendan Cullerton
If someone commits fraud while using someone’s name, they can be charged with identity theft, according to an argument the government made at the Supreme Court.

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Supreme Court case will determine the fate of student loan forgiveness

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 4:49 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
Two lawsuits in the Supreme Court seek to block the student loan forgiveness program from going into effect.

National

Local News Live: Black History Month Roundup

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 6:41 PM EST
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By Local News Live Staff
Local News Live roundup of Black History Month topics

National

17-year-old Ukrainian refugee on how music unites

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 1:43 PM EST
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By Local News Live
17-year-old Ukrainian refugee on how music unites

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D.C. home to ‘Ugliest Building in America’ as bi-partisan bill aims to diversify federal architecture

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 3:20 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
The FBI building in Washington D.C., was just voted ugliest building in the United States from a survey by BuildWorld.

National

Biden pledges continued aid for Ukraine on one year anniversary of Russian invasion

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 3:05 PM EST
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By Brendan Cullerton
The U.S. has continued supporting Ukraine for a year following Russia’s invasion, but some lawmakers are worried about the cost

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Twitter liability in the spotlight at the Supreme Court

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 4:32 PM EST
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By Peter Zampa
For a second day in a row the Supreme Court took aim at the protections for American tech giants.

National

Lawmakers explore TikTok ban over privacy concerns

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 4:14 PM EST
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By David Ade
TikTok responds a ban may have effect of “censoring the voices of millions of Americans”

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Gonzalez Vs. Google asks the question: Who is liable for harmful content?

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 4:58 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in the case of Gonzalez Vs. Google

National

DOT releases proposed rail reforms in wake of Ohio train derailment

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 2:36 PM EST
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By Brendan Cullerton
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced a series of proposed reforms to the rail industry. Some reforms are dependent on cooperation from Congress and rail companies

National

Twitter in the spotlight at the Supreme Court over terrorism liability

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 2:08 PM EST
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By Peter Zampa
Tech giants are in the crosshairs of the nation’s high court this week.

Politics

Lawmakers push to reform laws as majority of United States legalize marijuana

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 10:26 AM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
Lawmakers push changes to federal laws on marijuana, with a special focus on banking regulations.

National

SCOTUS decides: Should tech companies be held accountable for what others put on their platforms?

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 4:20 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
Should tech companies be held accountable for what others put on their platforms?

National

Princeville, NC: the oldest town founded by free African Americans in the United States

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 1:33 PM EST
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By Nicole Neuman
The town of Princeville, NC is celebrating its 138th founders day this month.

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EU Amb. to US: Russia trying to wipe Ukraine off the map, wants to destroy US and European freedom

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 3:30 PM EST
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By Jon Decker
White House Correspondent Jon Decker spoke with EU Ambassador to the US Stavros Lambrinidis.

National

Republicans, Democrats clash over border security

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 6:51 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
Republicans accuse Democrats of not doing enough at the border. Democrats accuse Republicans of wanting to make cuts.

National

Gov. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) discusses national security and foreign policy in D.C. amid 2024 speculation

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 4:51 PM EST
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By David Ade
Governor Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) gives a foreign policy speech at the America First Policy Institute, fueling speculation, she's considering a run for the White House.

National

Touchdowns and trash talk: Senators Mike Rounds and Kevin Cramer make good on a bet

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 4:05 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
It was North vs. South in an old-fashioned Dakota territory rivalry this week

National

Louisiana Sen. Kennedy on unknown flying objects: “This has been going on for a long, long, long time.”

Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 6:33 PM EST
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By David Ade
Louisiana Sen. Kennedy on unknown flying objects: “This has been going on for a long, long, long time.”

Politics

Lawmakers take a hard look at the dangers teens & kids can face online

Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 5:59 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
Senate hearing looks at whether legislation is needed to protect children online.

National

Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduce bill to ban bump stocks

Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 5:35 PM EST
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By Josh Rultenberg
Another mass shooting in America is being met with more calls for legislation to try to stop and prevent them from happening in the future.

National

Unknown objects posed safety risk to commercial airlines according to White House

Updated: Feb. 13, 2023 at 5:37 PM EST
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By David Ade
Spokesman says won’t rule out possibility of surveillance activity

National

Minnesota Habitat for Humanity director urges lawmakers to support affordable housing programs

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 3:49 PM EST
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By David Ade
Minnesotans urge lawmakers to support affordable housing.

National

Rep. Evans and Rep. Cleaver raise the (cheese)steaks in Super Bowl bet

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 5:07 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
Pennsylvania Congressman Dwight Evans and Missouri Rep. Emanuel Cleaver are now raising the (cheese) steaks in their good-natured Super Bowl rivalry.

National

Senators turn up pressure on rail industry for paid sick leave

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 4:44 PM EST
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By David Ade
Senators Sanders and Braun join rail workers to demand paid sick leave.

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Saying ‘I love you’ on Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to break the bank

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 3:33 PM EST
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By Rachel DePompa
It’s a special day when you’re supposed to lead with your heart, but sometimes the price tag can get in the way. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa has a few ways for you to save on Valentine’s Day.

National

Federal judge alleges ‘nonsense’ as he takes over Jan. 6th case

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 4:58 PM EST
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By David Ade
A new judge takes over the January 6, 2021 case of east Texas men, Ryan Nichols and Alex Harkrider.

Politics

Democrats shake up 2024 primary schedule after overwhelming vote in Philadelphia

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 3:20 PM EST
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By Peter Zampa
The Democratic National Committee made big changes as for when Americans will vote for presidential candidates in 2024.

National

More aid to Ukraine ahead of Biden’s State of the Union address

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 4:02 PM EST
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By Jon Decker and Priscilla Huff
Foreign policy experts note that it’s likely President Joe Biden will be met with increased skepticism when he addresses the situation in Ukraine. Nearly one year after invading, Russian President Vladimir Putin insists his country is threatened and his military forces must “repel the aggression of the collective West.”

National

Virginia man sentenced for his part in the Capitol insurrection

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 7:09 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
Joshua Haynes of Covington, Virginia, was sentenced to 32 months behind bars and 36 months of supervised release for his part in the January 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection.

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Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) renews D.C. push to cap insulin costs

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 5:08 PM EST
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By David Ade
Bill nearly mirrors legislation offered by Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) last year

Politics

The “state of the union” may hinge on Biden, McCarthy meeting on debt ceiling

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 6:57 PM EST
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By Jamie Bittner
The nation reached its more than $31 trillion federal government borrowing limit in January.

National

Tentative deadline set for end of Title 42, concerns for border safety rise

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 4:38 PM EST
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By Molly Martinez
According to US Customs and border data, about 2.5 million people have been expelled from the US since 2020 because of Title 42.

National

Debate over term limits returns to Congress

Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST
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By Peter Zampa
There is a renewed effort in Congress to limit the amount of time lawmakers can serve
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