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Meet the Candidate: Jesse Moreno seeks City Council, 6 seat

Meet the Candidate: Jesse Moreno seeks City Council, 6 seat

The El Paso Times sent questionnaires to candidates in the 2026 Nov. 3 General Election. Here are answers from City Council, 6 candidate Jesse Moreno.

Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh Renews Call for Federal Aid Following Severe Flooding

Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh Renews Call for Federal Aid Following Severe Flooding

Paterson, New Jersey, experienced significant flash flooding on Sunday, leading to submerged vehicles and 15 rescues by the Paterson Fire Department. Mayor Andre Sayegh has reiterated his call for federal assistance to address the city's persistent flooding issues. The flooding reached knee-high levels at intersections like 21st and Summer streets, with cars partially submerged. A similar situation occurred at 25th Street and 11th Avenue, where crews had to extract a vehicle from the flooded roadway. Mayor Sayegh emphasized that this is not an isolated incident and that without federal intervention, the city will continue to face these challenges. He highlighted the need for infrastructure improvements, particularly upgrading the aging sewer system, and supports legislation to penalize pollution, which often exacerbates flooding by clogging storm drains. The city has already undertaken sewer repairs under River Street, which previously experienced severe flooding, demonstrating the effectiveness of such in...

Maine Department of Transportation Temporarily Closes Ouellette Road in Cross Lake for Culvert Replacement

Maine Department of Transportation Temporarily Closes Ouellette Road in Cross Lake for Culvert Replacement

The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) has announced a temporary closure of Ouellette Road in Cross Lake, Maine, for up to 21 days. This closure is necessary for a large culvert replacement project involving the Sullimond Brook Bridge over West Fork Dickey Brook. The project site is located 0.91 miles north of Route 161. Drivers are advised to use a designated detour route, which involves taking Flat Mountain Road to Route 162/Main Street and then Sinclair Road to return to Route 161/Caribou Road. Detour signs have been put in place to guide motorists. The contractor for this project is Ed Pelletier & Sons of Madawaska, Maine, with a contract amount of $452,150.00. Work is anticipated to be completed by fall 2026.

Heavy Rains Trigger Flash Floods and Water Rescues Across I-95 Corridor

Heavy Rains Trigger Flash Floods and Water Rescues Across I-95 Corridor

The I-95 corridor, specifically in New Jersey and Connecticut, is experiencing dangerous flash flooding due to heavy rainfall. This severe weather event has necessitated multiple water rescues, indicating significant disruption and hazardous conditions for residents and travelers. The flooding is widespread, impacting major transportation routes and potentially residential areas. The situation is part of a broader weather pattern, with a new flash flood threat also emerging for parts of the Midwest, and dangerous heat continuing across the South and Central U.S. This combination of extreme weather events highlights a period of significant meteorological challenges across various regions of the country. Emergency services are actively engaged in responding to the immediate dangers posed by the flooding.

Covington Commissioner James Toebbe Withdraws from City Council Race

Covington Commissioner James Toebbe Withdraws from City Council Race

Covington Commissioner James Toebbe has announced his withdrawal from the race for the city's new six-member council. Toebbe is the third candidate to withdraw from the election, following Tyesha Gordon and Tom Hull. His departure leaves only two incumbents, Tim Downing and Tim Acri, remaining in the running for a seat on the council. Toebbe stated that the decision was not easy but felt it was the right one for him and his family. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve his hometown as an elected official. Covington is transitioning from its current city manager form of government to a new mayor-council form of government at the end of the year. Under the new structure, the mayor will have more executive power, and the primary duty of council members will be setting the city budget.

Senator Katie Britt Recognized as 'Federal Champion' for Flood Resilience Efforts

Senator Katie Britt Recognized as 'Federal Champion' for Flood Resilience Efforts

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has been designated a “Federal Champion” by the American Flood Coalition. This recognition is for her dedicated work in promoting flood resilience, enhancing disaster preparedness, and supporting water forecasting initiatives across Alabama and the United States. Senator Britt's role as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security is pivotal, as it grants her oversight of funding allocations for critical agencies such as FEMA and other Department of Homeland Security programs focused on disaster preparedness and response. Her efforts have also resulted in securing substantial funding for various flood-mitigation projects within Alabama, directly benefiting her constituents and the state's infrastructure. The American Flood Coalition, a nonpartisan organization, publicly announced this acknowledgment, highlighting her significant contributions to these vital areas.

Congressman Vince Fong Endorses Cassie Bittle and Ryan Crowl for Bakersfield City Council

Congressman Vince Fong Endorses Cassie Bittle and Ryan Crowl for Bakersfield City Council

Congressman Vince Fong (R-Bakersfield) has publicly endorsed Cassie Bittle and Ryan Crowl in their respective campaigns for the Bakersfield City Council. Fong stated that he has collaborated with both candidates previously and believes they possess the necessary understanding of business operations, budget management, decision-making, and responsible planning. Cassie Bittle is seeking the Ward 3 seat, which will become vacant in November with Ken Weir's departure. She is a prominent business owner in Bakersfield, operating KC Steakhouse, and currently serves on the city's planning commission for Ward 3. Ryan Crowl is challenging incumbent Bob Smith for the Ward 4 seat. Crowl is a professional pilot who manages Lloyd's Aviation near Meadows Field Airport and is also the CEO and founder of Hangar Safe. Fong's endorsements highlight his support for candidates with strong business backgrounds for local governance.

J Street Launches $3 Million Campaign Against AIPAC-Backed Republican Candidates

J Street Launches $3 Million Campaign Against AIPAC-Backed Republican Candidates

J Street, a liberal Jewish Middle East advocacy group, has announced a $3 million super PAC investment aimed at defeating several Republican candidates who are backed by AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee). This initiative marks J Street's largest super PAC expenditure in its history and represents a shift in strategy, as the organization typically endorses candidates rather than directly targeting opponents based on AIPAC endorsements. The campaign will focus on ads against Republican Rep. Mike Collins, who is running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia, and incumbent Representatives Max Miller (Ohio), Derrick Van Orden (Wisconsin), Ryan Mackenzie (Pennsylvania), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Iowa). J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami stated that these candidates were selected due to their competitive races, ideological distance from J Street's positions, and connections to efforts to deny or overturn the 2020 election results. This move comes amidst increasing scrutiny of AIPAC's influence and spen...

New Jersey Home Intrusions Highlight Security Vulnerabilities in Berkeley Heights and Neptune Township

New Jersey Home Intrusions Highlight Security Vulnerabilities in Berkeley Heights and Neptune Township

Two recent home intrusion incidents in New Jersey have raised concerns about residential security. In Berkeley Heights, a homeowner allowed a stranger into their home to use the bathroom, only for the individual to turn off the lights and attempt to hide from both the homeowner and responding police. The police resolved the situation safely and advised residents against letting unknown individuals into their homes, instead recommending they call law enforcement. In a more unsettling incident in Neptune Township, 19-year-old Justin Johnson allegedly entered a home in the Jumping Brook apartment complex and remained in the living room for nearly four hours while the family slept upstairs. Nothing was stolen, and no one was harmed, but the homeowner discovered the intrusion the next morning via a 'doggy camera.' Johnson was subsequently arrested and charged with burglary, facing an additional trespassing charge from a previous incident at the same complex.

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Eligible Missouri teens can register now for Nov. 3 election

Eligible Missouri teens can register now for Nov. 3 election

Eligible Missouri teens can register to vote now and must meet the Oct. 7 deadline to participate in the Nov. 3 election.

Kosovo gets new government but political impasse persists

Kosovo gets new government but political impasse persists

Kosovo lawmakers have voted in a new government led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti

U.S. Solicitor General's Supreme Court Brief Omits Harms of USPS Mail Ballot Rule

U.S. Solicitor General's Supreme Court Brief Omits Harms of USPS Mail Ballot Rule

The U.S. Solicitor General's reply brief to the Supreme Court, concerning a lower court injunction against a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule on mail ballots, conspicuously omits any discussion of the potential harms to states, voters, or election integrity. According to the Election Law Blog, the brief dedicates a section to the harms the government is allegedly suffering but provides no corresponding account of the detrimental impacts on other stakeholders if the USPS rule were to be applied in the upcoming election. This silence is notable, especially since a preliminary injunction was issued based on extensive evidence from election officials detailing these harms. The USPS itself, during its rulemaking procedure, also failed to acknowledge the severe consequences of states' inability to comply with the rule, nor did it justify its application to the ongoing election. State plaintiffs argue that these failures render the USPS's choice of the rule's effective date arbitrary and capricious, a point the So...