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Republican Virginia Attorney General Fires Jan. 6 Investigator From University Post
The top staff investigator for the House Jan. 6 panel was fired from his position at the University of Virginia by the state’s new GOP attorney general.
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Glenn Youngkin's Underage Son Tried to Vote in Virginia Governor's Election, Officials Say
The 17-year-old son of Virginia Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin twice tried to cast a ballot on Election Day even though he is not yet eligible to vote, election officials confirm to News4. He was unsuccessful in his attempt to vote. News4 is not naming Youngkin’s son because he is a minor and has not been charged with a crime. Fairfax...
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Why Dems Would Be Nervous if Newsom Lost Recall Election
Voting in the California gubernatorial recall election closes Tuesday night, and mail-in ballot turnout is high in areas likely to be in favor of Gov. Gavin Newsom. Whoever becomes (or stays) governor of the Golden State will have some big decisions to make, including appointing a replacement if aging Sen. Dianne Feinstein were to leave office (Feinstein, 87, has publicly...
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Suburban School's Status Reinstated After Being Revoked Over Mask Mandate Dispute
An Elmhurst private school’s status has been reinstated Friday after being previously revoked due to academic officials considering beginning the year with optional masking.
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Suburban School to Comply With Mask Mandate After State Revokes Status
A private school in Elmhurst that considered beginning the school year with optional masking said it will comply with the state’s mandate on face coverings in the classroom, after the Illinois State Board of Education sent a letter to the school removing its recognition status.
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Suburban School to Comply With Mask Mandate After State Revokes Status
A private school in Elmhurst that considered beginning the school year with optional masking said it will comply with the state’s mandate on face coverings in the classroom, after the Illinois State Board of Education sent a letter to the school removing its recognition status. NBC 5’s Chris Coffey reports.
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Kathy Hochul's Promise to New Yorkers: “I Will Fight Like Hell for You”
In her first public address as she prepares to take over for New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo following his resignation this week, the Lt. Governor said she pledges to listen first.
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Kathy Hochul: “No One Will Ever Describe My Work Environment as Toxic”
This week, Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed that she and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, whom she will replace in two weeks, were not close and there would be turnover in her office.
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Biden Campaigns for McAuliffe in Closely Watched Virginia Gubernatorial Race
President Joe Biden traveled a few miles across the Potomac River on Friday evening to stump for former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe, who is in a crucial race to retake his old job. It was Biden’s first in-person campaign event appearance since becoming president — one in which an estimated 3,000 supporters gathered in a park in Arlington, some without masks,...
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NC Governor Pardons Man Who Had Murder Convictions Vacated
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has granted a pardon of innocence to a man who had been imprisoned for two decades before his two murder convictions were vacated more than four years ago by a judge
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How Name Recognition is Driving Our Politics and Candidates
As Gavin Newsom faces a recall in California, many are wondering how Caitlyn Jenner might fare in a race against him. NBCLX Political Editor Noah Pransky explains Jenner has name recognition that some people might spend millions for and never achieve.
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Caitlyn Jenner Announces Bid for California Governor in Likely Recall Election
Former Olympian and reality TV personality Caitlyn Jenner announced on Friday that she has filed paperwork to run for governor of California in a likely recall election against current Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Illinois Buys West Loop Building in Move Away From Thompson Center, Pritzker Announces
The state of Illinois is purchasing a building in Chicago’s West Loop in an effort to reduce the state’s long-term real estate costs that will culminate in the long-awaited sale of the James R. Thompson Center downtown.
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Schwarzenegger Blasts ‘Spinelessness' of Fellow Republicans After Capitol Riot
Arnold Schwarzenegger shared words of hope on Sunday in the aftermath of the deadly mob at the U.S. Capitol, while also denouncing President Donald Trump and the “spinelessness” of his fellow Republicans.
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Vermont Gov. Scott to Give Coronavirus Update
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott is scheduled to give a coronavirus update at 11 a.m. Tuesday as voters head to the polls for the state’s primary election. Among the races being decided are primary contests for governor, lieutenant governor, the U.S. House and many legislative races. Scott, a popular incumbent, is being challenged for his party’s nomination by four lesser-known...
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Voters Weary as Puerto Rico Prepares for Historic Primaries
Two candidates who both served as replacement governors in the wake of a Puerto Rican political crisis are competing against each other for a chance to win the job in their own right as the disaster-struck U.S. territory holds primary elections
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Pritzker Says He Supports Reopening State in Phases When Time Comes
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s considering a phased approach to reopening the state’s economy when coronavirus cases begin to subside. Speaking at his daily coronavirus press briefing Wednesday, Pritzker said he agrees “100%” with a region-by-region approach, but that doesn’t necessarily mean geographically. “I 100% agree with the idea that where it is safe and where there’s more...
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Pritzker Announces New PPE Shipment, Cleaning Facility
April 29 briefing: Gov. J.B. Pritzker talks PPE in Illinois and how the state is handling coronavirus in long-term healthcare facility.
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Wisconsin Governor Loosens Some Restrictions, Allowing More Businesses to Reopen
Dog groomers, upholsterers, lawnmower repair shops and other nonessential businesses that can offer contactless services will be allowed to reopen in Wisconsin, the latest loosening of a stay-at-home order designed to curb the spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday. Starting Wednesday, outdoor recreational rental businesses, such as boats, golf carts and kayaks, can also reopen, along with…
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Illinois May Reopen ‘Region by Region': Gov. Pritzker
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s considering a regional approach to reopening the state’s economy following the coronavirus pandemic. Pritzker said at a news conference Monday that he still hasn’t decided if he’ll extend the statewide stay-at-home order beyond April 30. When it comes to reopening the state, the governor said he’ll weigh factors such as the hospital capacity...