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New term gives US Supreme Court's Thomas and Alito more chances to wield power

New term gives US Supreme Court's Thomas and Alito more chances to wield power

By Jan Wolfe WASHINGTON, Oct 3 (Reuters) - The new US Supreme Court term that begins on Monday presents opportunities for its two eldest and most conservative justices, Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, to help push US law further rightward on contentious issues such as gun rights, religion in

Trump. climate. AR-15s. The Supreme Court is about to go back to work

Trump. climate. AR-15s. The Supreme Court is about to go back to work

The Supreme Court returns to the bench with major cases on climate change, religion, gun rights, and Trump administration policies.

See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

President Trump said he plans to send $90 check to more than 20 million seniors this month. See how much money is going to midterm battlegrounds.

US judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit that used abortion clinic access law against protesters

US judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit that used abortion clinic access law against protesters

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President Trump Pledges Support for Delphi Retiree Pension Restoration Plan

President Trump Pledges Support for Delphi Retiree Pension Restoration Plan

President Trump has pledged his support for a $1 billion proposal aimed at restoring pensions for salaried Delphi retirees. This commitment was made during an October 3 rally in Vandalia, following a private meeting with retirees whose pensions were cut after the auto parts manufacturer's 2009 bankruptcy. U.S. Rep. Mike Turner, R-Dayton, who helped arrange the meeting, highlighted the 17-year struggle by these retirees, an issue affecting over 5,100 Ohioans. President Trump attributed the pension cuts to "problems caused by Barack Obama’s policies" and emphasized his administration's involvement in resolving the matter. The proposed restoration plan still requires approval from both chambers of Congress and President Trump’s signature to become law. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, is also actively pushing for this measure.

U.S. Coast Guard Discovers Debris from Missing Medical Aircraft Off Nantucket, Search Underway for Six Individuals

U.S. Coast Guard Discovers Debris from Missing Medical Aircraft Off Nantucket, Search Underway for Six Individuals

The U.S. Coast Guard has located debris from a medical transport aircraft off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, and is actively searching for six people who were on board. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initially reported losing contact with a Gulfstream jet early Saturday, which was en route from Bermuda to Boston. The Coast Guard later confirmed that the discovered debris field is associated with the missing aircraft. Data from FlightAware indicates the plane, registered to Latitude Air Ambulance, departed Bermuda at 12:41 a.m. on Saturday and was flying at 24,000 feet before rapidly descending 13,000 feet in approximately two minutes, just prior to losing contact with air traffic controllers. An audio clip from Boston Logan International Airport captured an air traffic controller asking the pilot if they were 'coming in blind' and if they were declaring an emergency, to which no response was heard. Four Canadian nationals and two Bermudian nationals were on the plane.

Preview: Bruins return home to host the Senators

Preview: Bruins return home to host the Senators

Back on home ice.

Jack Kerouac Center in Lowell Launches $25 Million Fundraising Campaign for Renovation and Expansion

Jack Kerouac Center in Lowell Launches $25 Million Fundraising Campaign for Renovation and Expansion

The Jack Kerouac Center in Lowell, Massachusetts, has initiated an artistic fundraising campaign to support its renovation and expansion. The project, estimated to cost at least $25 million, aims to transform the former St. Jean Baptiste Church on Merrimack Street into a dynamic cultural destination. Plans for the center include museum and exhibition spaces, a 1,500-capacity performance venue, a smaller 125-capacity performance space, recording and media facilities, educational areas, archival research facilities, a bar and restaurant, and spaces for community gatherings. The architectural renderings, designed by Boston-based Flansburgh Architects, intend to preserve the historic character of the church while creating a modern cultural hub. The Jack Kerouac Foundation, established in 2022, is leading this initiative, with Jim Sampas, literary executor of the Jack Kerouac Estate, emphasizing the goal of creating a space worthy of Kerouac's enduring influence. The building, a Romanesque Revival-style church ...

Coast Guard suspends search after medical jet crash off Nantucket

Coast Guard suspends search after medical jet crash off Nantucket

The Coast Guard suspended its search for six people aboard a medical transport jet after debris from the aircraft was found off Nantucket

Trump seeks ability to again ban media outlets from White House

Trump seeks ability to again ban media outlets from White House

The Trump administration asked a court to allow it to reinstate a ban blocking CNN, MS NOW and Politico from reporting within the White House complex.

Massachusetts governor asks Trump administration to speed natgas pipeline review

Massachusetts governor asks Trump administration to speed natgas pipeline review

By Scott DiSavino NEW YORK, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey called on the Trump administration to expedite the review of a natural gas pipeline that a unit of Canadian energy firm Enbridge is developing in New England.