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Dennis Hastert, former US House speaker and admitted child molester, dies at 84

Dennis Hastert, former US House speaker and admitted child molester, dies at 84

By Will Dunham Oct 5 (Reuters) - Dennis Hastert, the longest-serving Republican US House of Representatives speaker who later admitted to sexually abusing boys as a high school wrestling coach and pleaded guilty to charges arising from the scandal, has died, CBS News reported on Monday, citing a
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Dennis Hastert, longtime Republican House speaker who went to prison, dies at age 84

Dennis Hastert, longtime Republican House speaker who went to prison, dies at age 84

Dennis Hastert, who served as House speaker longer than any other Republican but later was sent to prison in a hush-money case, has died
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Aurora to Transition Customer Support to Automated Handling as Operations Scale

Aurora to Transition Customer Support to Automated Handling as Operations Scale

Aurora to Transition Customer Support to Automated Handling as Operations Scale
Nashville TennesseanNashville Tennessean
Tenn. deserves better than cruelty disguised as leadership | Opinion

Tenn. deserves better than cruelty disguised as leadership | Opinion

Tennessee politicians want the electric chair and firing squads back after a recent botched execution attempt.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
NC House 115 candidates split on taxes, school vouchers

NC House 115 candidates split on taxes, school vouchers

Rep. Lindsey Prather and Anthony Penland differ on property taxes, school vouchers and Raleigh's role in local decisions.
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Austin City Manager Grants Expanded Authority to Development Services Department, Sparking Concerns Over Environmental Safeguards

Austin City Manager Grants Expanded Authority to Development Services Department, Sparking Concerns Over Environmental Safeguards

Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax has issued a memo granting the city's Development Services Department expanded authority over the development process. This change includes giving the Development Services Director, Keith Mars, the final say in disputes between departments regarding the interpretation and application of development-related rules. Additionally, some review functions previously handled by the Watershed Protection and Parks and Recreation Departments will be transferred to Development Services. This policy shift aims to address decades-long issues with Austin's development review system, which has been criticized for being complex, slow, and costly. A 2023 consultant review commissioned by Mayor Kirk Watson from McKinsey & Co. identified that the site-plan process involved 11 departments and recommended over 40 changes to streamline it. While proponents like Mayor Pro Tem Chito Vela believe this will expedite projects, critics, including District 10 Council Member Marc Duchen and former Counc...
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Here's why Amendment 3 is the wrong tax fix for Florida | Indicators

Here's why Amendment 3 is the wrong tax fix for Florida | Indicators

Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce warns Amendment 3 could shift tax burdens to businesses and renters while cutting services.
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Aurora Seeks Staff Program Manager to Drive Cost Reduction and Productivity

Aurora Seeks Staff Program Manager to Drive Cost Reduction and Productivity

Aurora Seeks Staff Program Manager to Drive Cost Reduction and Productivity
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Frank Strada resigns as TN corrections chief after 2 failed executions

Frank Strada resigns as TN corrections chief after 2 failed executions

Appointed to repair Tennessee's troubled execution system, Frank Strada leaves after two failed executions in 2026.
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Community Transit Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Congresswoman DelBene Highlights Growth and Future Plans

Community Transit Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Congresswoman DelBene Highlights Growth and Future Plans

Community Transit, serving Snohomish County, celebrated its 50th anniversary with a reception for elected leaders, transit partners, and former employees. U.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-WA01) attended the event, emphasizing the agency's growth within her 1st Congressional District, which now extends from UW Bothell to the Smokey Point Transit Center. DelBene highlighted her role in securing $2 million for the Swift Green Line extension, serving UW Bothell and Cascadia College. The celebration also marked the start of a fare-free week, echoing the agency's initial days of service. Additionally, a proposed interlocal agreement was released, aiming to integrate Everett Transit into Community Transit by April 1, 2027, to streamline services and prepare for Sound Transit's Link light rail expansion.
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Alexandria Bay Village Explores Dissolution into Town of Alexandria

Alexandria Bay Village Explores Dissolution into Town of Alexandria

The village of Alexandria Bay, New York, is actively investigating the possibility of dissolving its municipal government and merging with the larger town of Alexandria. This inquiry was initiated after a neighboring village successfully underwent a similar dissolution. Alexandria Bay village trustee Sandra Caputo noted that the idea has been a topic of public discussion for years, driven by concerns such as potential double taxation for residents and a shrinking pool of individuals willing to serve in local office. The village board is considering applying for a dissolution grant to fund a study that would analyze the pros and cons of such a consolidation, with the study estimated to cost between $40,000 and $50,000 through the Development Authority of the North Country.
Springfield News-LeaderSpringfield News-Leader
Breaking down Springfield area Week 6 high school football action

Breaking down Springfield area Week 6 high school football action

From big comebacks to close games, Week 6 Springfield area high school football had it all. Here's a wrap up of all the action from Friday, Oct. 2.