Local Officials
Sort by
52 items
Filter
Items per page
-
Democrats fret it could be curtains for local theaters without federal funds
Professional nonprofit theaters haven’t recovered from the Covid pandemic, with dozens of stages set to shutter. Democrats are introducing legislation that could keep the curtains from closing.NBC News - Top stories -
-
Democrats fret it could be curtains for local theaters without federal funds
Professional nonprofit theaters haven’t recovered from the Covid pandemic, with dozens of stages set to shutter. Democrats are introducing legislation that could keep the curtains from closing.NBC News - Politics -
Curtice: What could the local elections mean for the general election?
The polls are the last big test of the Westminster government's popularity before the next election.BBC News - Top stories -
Chicago’s infamous sidewalk ‘rat hole’ removed by officials
City officials made the decision after saying the sidewalk in Roscoe Village was damaged and needed to be replaced. A Chicago sidewalk landmark some residents affectionately referred to as the “rat hole” has been removed after city officials ...The Guardian - World -
Officially a Bear: Caleb Williams aims to save Chicago
It has been a long, long time since the Bears had a star at quarterback.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Why U.S. officials want to ban TikTok
Lawmakers argue the Chinese government can use the widely popular video-sharing app as a spy tool and to covertly influence the U.S. public.CBS News - Politics - Tiktok -
Malaria is still killing people in Kenya, but a vaccine and local drug production may help
Malaria is still a significant public health challenge in Kenya, but an important pilot of the world’s first malaria vaccine may helpABC News - World -
Malaria is still killing people in Kenya, but a vaccine and local drug production may help
Malaria is still a significant public health challenge in Kenya, but an important pilot of the world’s first malaria vaccine may helpABC News - Health -
Batting Around: Which team has the best City Connect uniforms? Mythical beasts, local iconography and more
Some alternate jerseys have drawn more praise than othersCBS Sports - Sports -
Charlie Woods, son of Tiger, shoots 81 in local qualifier and fails in bid to play in US Open
Charlie Woods failed to qualify for his first U.S. Open after shooting 9-over 81 in a local qualifying event in FloridaABC News - Sports - US Open -
15 Best Coffee Subscriptions to Keep You Wired (2024): Blends, Single-Origin, Small Batch, and Local Roasters
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist.Wired - Tech -
From draft hosts to Super Bowl champs? How the local teams have fared afterward
The Chiefs and Eagles won Super Bowls after hosting the draft. We look at the post-hosting record of others.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Senior Russian Military Official Held on Corruption Charges in Defense Deals
A deputy defense minister responsible for the armed forces’ most ambitious construction projects was arrested in the highest-profile corruption scandal Russia has seen in years.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
5th person charged in killing of 2 Kansas moms, officials say
Paul Grice, 31, was arrested and charged by Oklahoma authorities with murder and kidnapping in connection to the deaths of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley.CBS News - Top stories -
Blinken raises Chinese trade practices in meetings with officials in the financial hub of Shanghai
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has raised what the U.S. describes as unfair Chinese trade practices in meetings with local government officials in the financial hub of ShanghaiABC News - World -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. and 17 Other Nations Call on Hamas to Release Hostages
“The fate of the hostages and the civilian population in Gaza, who are protected under international law, is of international concern,” the leaders said in a joint statement.The New York Times - World -
-
Croatian officials welcome the arrival of Rafale fighter jets purchased from France
The first six of 12 Rafale multipurpose fighter jets purchased by Croatia from France have landed at an air force base near Zagreb with a welcome ceremony attended by top officialsABC News - World -
Kagan asks Trump lawyer if a president calling for a coup is an official act
Justice Elena Kagan questioned an attorney for former President Trump about whether a president calling for a coup to remain in power would be considered an official act, and therefore should be immune from prosecution.NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
In Trump immunity case, Supreme Court seems open to some protection
The Supreme Court convened to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.CBS News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Ex-official told investigators Trump had 'no standing declassification order'
A former administration official told investigators that President Trump had "no standing declassification order" regarding documents in his possession, a filing says.ABC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
San Diego official says city is ‘new epicenter’ of border crisis
A San Diego official on Thursday dubbed his city the “new epicenter” for the border crisis and criticized California for “inflicting this upon ourselves.” “San Diego is the new epicenter for migrants and illegal immigration,” San Diego District 5 ...The Hill - Politics -
U.N. Official Says ‘Every Day Counts’ in Aid Efforts for Gaza
The top coordinator for humanitarian aid in the territory said Israel had made progress but that much more needed to be done to meet the vast need there.The New York Times - World -
When U.S. Officials Visit China, Their Food Choices Are Closely Watched
Visits to China by American officials like Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken can bring fame to local restaurants, as well as scrutiny to the dignitaries.The New York Times - World -
The Latest | Israeli drone strike kills 2 in Lebanon after Hezbollah fires at an Israeli convoy
Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency says an Israeli drone strike on a car in the eastern part of the country has killed two peopleABC News - World - Israel -
When U.S. Officials Visit China, Their Food Choices Are Closely Watched
Visits to China by American officials like Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken can bring fame to local restaurants, as well as scrutiny to the dignitaries.The New York Times - Top stories -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. Won’t Suspend Aid, for Now, to Israeli Unit Accused of Abuses
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said the United States is working with Israel to address charges against the unit, which has been accused of human rights violations in the West Bank.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Google plans to invest $2B to build data center in northeast Indiana: officials
Officials say Google plans to invest $2 billion to build a data center in northeastern Indiana to help power its artificial intelligence technology and cloud businessABC News - Tech - Google -
Federal Officials Find No Live Bird Flu Virus in Initial Milk Tests
The early results suggest that pasteurization is killing the H5N1 virus in milk, something that regulators were not certain of.The New York Times - Business -
High On Life Physical Edition And Official Graphic Novel Preorders Are Live At Amazon
One of the strangest games of 2022, High on Life, will receive a physical release for the first time on September 19. This physical edition of a shooter starring obnoxious talking guns extends its humorous creative liberties to its cover art. ...GameSpot - Tech -
Minecraft 1.21 Update Officially Named Tricky Trials, Adds A New Weapon
Mojang has revealed the name of its much-anticipated 1.21 update. Tricky Trials, as it's named, will come with a host of new content, some of which the studio has shared alongside the name reveal.. But players don't have to wait until Tricky ...GameSpot - Tech -
Federal Officials Find No Live Bird Flu Virus in Initial Milk Tests
The early results suggest that pasteurization is killing the H5N1 virus in milk, something that regulators were not certain of.The New York Times - Top stories -
Former Meta official releases documentary on Oct. 7 attack
Former Meta executive Sheryl Sandberg’s new movie on sexual violence that occurred during Palestinian militant group Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel was released Friday, according to the film's account on the social platform X. “After October 7th, ...The Hill - Politics - Meta -
Bank of Canada Officials Split on How Soon Rate Cuts Could Start, Minutes Say
Senior Bank of Canada officials were divided on how soon the central bank could start cutting interest rates, although they agreed cuts should proceed gradually given the risk of inflation reaccelerating, according to a summary of deliberations ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
Knicks & Nuggets take 2-0 leads while 76ers & Lakers complain about officiating | Devine Intervention
Dan Devine and Seerat Sohi from The Ringer break down the first few games of the NBA Playoffs by using press conference clichés.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established
A top Hamas political official has told The Associated Press the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a five-year truce with Israel and that it will lay down its weapons and convert into a political party if an independent Palestinian ...ABC News - World -
Over 100 pilot whales beached on western Australian coast have been rescued, officials say
Officials say more than 100 long-finned pilot whales that beached on the western Australian coast have returned to sea, while 29 had died on the shoreABC News - World -
Turkish rail officials jailed for more than 108 years for crash that left 25 dead
A court in Turkey sentenced nine rail officials to more than 108 years’ imprisonment over a crash six years ago that killed 25 people, local media reported on ThursdayABC News - World -