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Data center bill could help shield Americans from rising energy costs

Data center bill could help shield Americans from rising energy costs

The legislation is aimed at preventing big technology companies from passing on energy costs raised by data centers to local ratepayers.

Get your $500 Obamacare refund: who’s eligible

Get your $500 Obamacare refund: who’s eligible

The White House says the Biden administration overcharged Affordable Care Act Exchange plan enrollees.

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer Outlines GOP Strategy to Retain House Control Amidst Bleak Polls

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer Outlines GOP Strategy to Retain House Control Amidst Bleak Polls

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) has detailed the Republican Party's strategy to maintain its narrow 218-seat majority in the House of Representatives in the upcoming November elections. Speaking at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Emmer emphasized the critical need to protect incumbent Republican representatives, stating that 'the cheapest seat to win is one you already hold.' He identified Maine's 2nd Congressional District, Washington's 3rd District, and Arizona's 1st District as key opportunities for the GOP to pick up new seats. Emmer also highlighted the advantages gained from President Trump’s redistricting efforts in states like Texas and Florida, as well as a Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act that allowed southern states, including Louisiana and Alabama, to redraw lines to the GOP's benefit. Despite what he described as 'bleak polls' for Republicans, Emmer expressed confidence in a 'very close' but achievable path to victory, attributing this optimism to the mechan...

Detroit Free Press

Trump offers dividends, refunds to voters. Do polls show uptick?

Trump offers dividends, refunds to voters. Do polls show uptick?

President Donald Trump continues to face dismal polling results as midterm elections near.

House-Passed Sunshine Protection Act Awaits Senate Vote to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

House-Passed Sunshine Protection Act Awaits Senate Vote to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act in July with a bipartisan vote of 308-117. This legislation aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, thereby eliminating the twice-yearly clock changes observed by most Americans. Representative Vern Buchanan of Florida, the House sponsor, has publicly advocated for the bill's passage, urging the Senate to approve it and send it to President Trump for his signature. Despite this momentum, the bill has not yet been scheduled for a vote in the Senate. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has acknowledged significant disagreement among senators regarding the proposal, with some members supporting it and others opposing it due to concerns about dark winter mornings. President Trump has also voiced support for making daylight saving time permanent, encouraging Republican senators to pass the bill 'ASAP' and stating that Americans are 'sick and tired of having to change their clocks twice a year.' As of now, without Senate approval,...

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

The Trump administration has proposed a significant overhaul to the U.S. census, aiming to exclude undocumented and temporary immigrants from the data used to apportion House seats after the 2030 census. This proposal, set to be published in the Federal Register, continues an effort from President Trump's first term. The rule argues that the Constitution's requirement to count the 'whole number of persons' in each state does not necessitate including 'illegal aliens' as they are not considered 'true inhabitants' or 'members of the body politic.' The proposal also contemplates adding a citizenship question to the census questionnaire, a move that sparked a major court battle during President Trump's first term. Additionally, the administration seeks to reduce the demographic information collected about Americans' race and ethnicity, data frequently used to prove racial discrimination in redistricting and for other federal government uses.

Supreme Court Rejects Religious Vaccine Exemption for Kindergartener in New York

Supreme Court Rejects Religious Vaccine Exemption for Kindergartener in New York

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined an emergency appeal from a mother in New York seeking a religious exemption for her son from state vaccination requirements for school entry. The decision, issued on September 8, allows New York to maintain its stance that the kindergartener cannot attend school while his mother's lawsuit challenging the vaccination rules proceeds. Lower courts had previously ruled that the mother was unlikely to succeed in her request for a religious exemption and thus denied her son enrollment in an Eastchester, New York kindergarten. Justices Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch indicated they would have granted the mother's request. The mother, a practicing Catholic, argues that additional vaccine doses for polio, chickenpox, and other diseases violate her faith, citing objections to 'biological material derived from unclean sources.' This ruling comes amidst a measles outbreak and a broader political debate surrounding childhood vaccinations, with data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Con...

Grand Forks International Airport Restores Las Vegas Flights, Adds Orlando and Mesa Routes

Grand Forks International Airport Restores Las Vegas Flights, Adds Orlando and Mesa Routes

Grand Forks International Airport Restores Las Vegas Flights, Adds Orlando and Mesa Routes

On This Day: Phil Hill Became America’s First Formula One World Champion

On This Day: Phil Hill Became America’s First Formula One World Champion

in Miami, Florida, on April 20, 1927, holds a distinctive position in the history of Formula One racing. He is recognized as one of only two Americ...

Palm Beach Post

North county voters, how much do you know Amendment 3? Take our survey

North county voters, how much do you know Amendment 3? Take our survey

Amendment 3 could have a major impact on north county homeowners and residents. But are you sure you understand it? Take our survey and learn more.

The Mosaic Company Leads Global Production of Concentrated Phosphate and Potash

The Mosaic Company Leads Global Production of Concentrated Phosphate and Potash

The Mosaic Company Leads Global Production of Concentrated Phosphate and Potash

Sunrise and Sunset Times for Tampa, Florida in Late September 2026

Sunrise and Sunset Times for Tampa, Florida in Late September 2026

The sunrise and sunset times for Tampa, Florida, have been detailed for late September and early October 2026. The data shows a gradual shortening of daylight hours as the region transitions into autumn. For example, on September 29, 2026, sunrise occurs at 6:58 AM and sunset at 7:19 PM, providing 11 hours and 57 minutes of daylight. By October 4, 2026, sunrise shifts to 7:00 AM and sunset to 7:13 PM, reducing daylight to 11 hours and 49 minutes. This pattern reflects the seasonal change as days grow shorter approaching winter. The information is useful for planning outdoor activities and understanding daily light availability during this period.