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4 months, 3 weeks ago

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primaries

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Among the notable current or aspiring lawmakers on the ballot are a member of the conservative U.S. House Freedom Caucus who’s drawn a strong primary challenge and a Democratic state representative who was almost expelled from office following a demonstration in the chamber on gun control. The state’s senior U.S. …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

A look back at the US swimming trials, which were a big hit in Indianapolis

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The crowds were large and raucous. Once it filled up with people, it made us all even happier.” Star Power Ledecky won all four of her freestyle events, ranging from 200 to 1,500 meters, and she’ll again be the face of the American team as she competes in her fourth Olympics. “You put me in a race, I …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

With a new coaching staff, Quentin Johnston hopes for a turnaround with Los Angeles Chargers

Associated Press

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Sanjay Lal’s first bit of coaching to Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston didn’t have to do with route running or hand placement when vying with a cornerback while being covered. Okay, if I take a day off here, it’ll correlate or wind down into a game like that, which I do not want again.” …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

David Cay Johnston: "Trump's bad behavior is going to cost him big in the hush-money trial"

Salon

Donald Trump returns today to a Manhattan courtroom where his attorneys are set to conclude their defense in the ex-president’s election interference trial. "Donald Trump's conviction is as close to a certainty as you will ever get in a trial." In an attempt to make better sense of Donald Trump’s hush-money trial, what happens next with the jury and sentencing, …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

‘The bane of retail.’ To prevent theft, many big chains now lock up all kinds of merchandise

LA Times

Detergent and deodorant, toothpaste, the entire shampoo aisle. “It’s all locked up,” Corey Potter sighed, describing shelves encased behind security glass at a Target near her Echo Park home. “Locking a product,” a spokesperson for CVS said in an email, “is a measure of last resort.” Retail theft has become a priority for California leaders in recent years. “These measures …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump Biographer Mocks Trump's Money Situation With A Brutal Reminder

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING After speaking with New York Times correspondent Shane Goldmacher about a story he did on Trump’s PACs spending around $50 million on his legal fees in 2023, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper asked Johnston if the four-times-indicted Trump could afford those bills if he wasn’t running for president. “Anderson, you hit the nail right on the head there,” …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Wood heater smoke estimated to kill up to 63 in ACT each year, prompting calls for national ban

ABC

Researchers are calling for new wood heaters to be banned from urban areas and existing ones to be phased out after their study showed wood heaters could be killing up to 63 people a year in the ACT alone. Key points: A study has found domestic wood heaters are causing many premature deaths Long-term exposure can exacerbate respiratory conditions such …

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1 year ago

WA's Mines, Petroleum and Energy Minister Bill Johnston resigns from state parliament

ABC

Western Australia's Energy Minister Bill Johnston has announced he is stepping down from cabinet next week and will not seek re-election in the 2025 state election. Key points: Bill Johnston has announced his resignation from Roger Cook's cabinet He will serve as the member for Cannington until the 2025 election Premier Cook described him as a "giant of the Labor …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Big city mayors get audience with administration officials to pitch a request for help with migrants

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Biden administration officials hosted big city mayors at the White House on Thursday to discuss how to manage a growing number of migrants, one day after those leaders sent a letter asking for more federal help. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with White House chief of staff Jeff Zients and Homeland Security Department …

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1 year, 1 month ago

The mayors of five big cities seek a meeting with Biden about how to better manage arriving migrants

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The mayors of Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles and New York are pressing to meet with President Joe Biden about getting federal help in managing the surge of migrants they say are arriving in their cities with little to no coordination, support or resources from his administration. Also signing on were the mayors of the country’s four largest …

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1 year, 1 month ago

NFL roundtable: Rams have dilemma at quarterback; Jets’ D a big test for Chargers

LA Times

The Rams were dismantled on offense, defense and special teams and lost to the Dallas Cowboys on the road, 43-20. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller and NFL columnist Sam Farmer discuss what happened and upcoming prospects during a post-game, round-table session: With the Rams dropping to 3-5 and the trade deadline Tuesday, …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Why Pete DeBoer is juggling Stars’ lineup, Jason Robertson’s big plays, Matt Duchene’s impact, more

New York Times

One thing that’s been obvious about Pete DeBoer since he took over as head coach of the Dallas Stars last season is that he values consistency in his lineup. DeBoer started the second period out by making changes on all three lines again, as they looked Marchment-Faksa-Dellandrea Benn-Johnston-Smith Dadonov-Duchene-Seguin “Smitty comes, he gives you what he’s got every night,” DeBoer …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Trump biographer outlines 'the most important thing to understand about Donald'

Raw Story

We get an update on Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial with Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter David Cay Johnston. I’m Amy Goodman, as we turn now to Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial here in New York. To talk more about the opening week of the trial, we’re joined by David Cay Johnston, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter who’s reported on Trump for …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Rapidly growing Denver picks Mike Johnston as new mayor amid mounting big-city problems

Associated Press

DENVER — Former Colorado state senator Mike Johnston claimed victory as opponent Kelly Brough conceded Tuesday night in a runoff election to become Denver’s next mayor. Brough, the former president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, told supporters Tuesday night that she had called Johnston and “wished him godspeed in the work ahead because our city is …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Stars’ Jim Nill deserves GM of the Year consideration — here are 10 moves that explain why

New York Times

DALLAS — Exactly one year ago was the first day of the Stars’ 2022 offseason. He’s one of the main reasons the Stars are one of the final four teams remaining, and Nill is the main reason DeBoer is in Dallas. It took a couple of early games but Robertson was a central part of the Stars’ fast start to …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Chargers take a big target receiver with 21st pick of NFL draft

LA Times

Wide receiver Quentin Johnston stands among friends and family after being selected 21st overall by the Chargers in the NFL draft on Thursday night. 21 had the team’s decision-makers afterward using several variations of the word “explosive.” Quentin Johnston is a 6-foot-3, 208-pound wide receiver with quick feet, a notable burst and a history of making good things happen after …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Johnston’s patience during TCU coaching change pays off big

Associated Press

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Quentin Johnston had options when picking his college destination, eventually deciding on TCU because of the two decades of coaching stability provided by Gary Patterson. “I can’t complain.” Johnston leads the Horned Frogs with 903 yards receiving and five touchdowns despite a slow start and a midseason ankle injury that limited his production. Johnston’s one of a …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Duggan, Johnston lead No. 17 TCU past Kansas; Daniels hurt

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! If you love football, you’re going to go get it every single day.” Duggan knew his big receiver had the tools. Getting a win like that builds our confidence.” Duggan outdueled Kansas backup quarterback Jason Bean in a wild second half. Any time your backup quarterback …

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2 years, 3 months ago

With 850 days of no cricket, two T20 World Cups missed, Hong Kong set to take on India and Pakistan

The Hindu

It has been a tough couple of years for Hong Kong cricket on either side of the COVID-stricken 2020 when even a simple outdoor training session was deemed impossible. All Johnston wants now is his team to enjoy its time on the field for ‘they may never get an opportunity to play India and Pakistan in a tournament like this …

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2 years, 6 months ago

TCU and Sonny Dykes aren’t starting from scratch in life after Gary Patterson

New York Times

FORT WORTH — Sonny Dykes knows how long it takes. “We’re ahead of where I thought we’d be.” The question of how long it’ll take to turn TCU back into a Big 12 title contender is a fascinating one, all things considered. “We have a toughness and a mentality that I really like and I really think is important, and …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Donald Trump and his family fleeced America: Why aren’t they being held accountable?

Salon

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Cay Johnston is not giving up on exposing how Donald Trump and his family fleeced America while he was in the White House. To that end, the bestselling author is back with a meticulously researched new book, "The Big Cheat: How Donald Trump Fleeced America and Enriched Himself and His Family." Donald Trump, if he steals …

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3 years, 1 month ago

‘What’s that smell?’ Carson joins Southern California’s fraternity of stank

LA Times

The Dominguez Channel, source of a stink that has plagued Carson for more than a month, runs through neighborhoods. “We haven’t really developed a good and precise language around smells,” said Emily Friedman, an Auburn University associate English professor who has studied the history and language of smell. “For Western languages, it’s always, ‘this thing smells like rotten eggs or …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Big jump in Indiana budget surplus triggering tax refund

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — A big jump in Indiana’s state tax collections over the past few months announced by state officials Wednesday will result in a refund for taxpayers, although they’ll have to wait until next year for that money. That will reduce 2021 tax bills, but the state won’t be sending out budget surplus refund checks, said Cris Johnston, director of …

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3 years, 11 months ago

After one game, Tony DeAngelo and Kaapo Kakko find themselves in Quinn’s doghouse

New York Times

A classic case of penthouse to outhouse. Tony DeAngelo, who was given a chance to move up to the Rangers’ first defense pair at the start of training camp, then demoted to the third pair by opening night, has fallen even farther. It might just be a comeuppance for the purpose of yet another lesson for the outspoken DeAngelo, but …

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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primaries

A look back at the US swimming trials, which were a big hit in Indianapolis

With a new coaching staff, Quentin Johnston hopes for a turnaround with Los Angeles Chargers

David Cay Johnston: "Trump's bad behavior is going to cost him big in the hush-money trial"

‘The bane of retail.’ To prevent theft, many big chains now lock up all kinds of merchandise

Trump Biographer Mocks Trump's Money Situation With A Brutal Reminder

Wood heater smoke estimated to kill up to 63 in ACT each year, prompting calls for national ban

WA's Mines, Petroleum and Energy Minister Bill Johnston resigns from state parliament

Big city mayors get audience with administration officials to pitch a request for help with migrants

The mayors of five big cities seek a meeting with Biden about how to better manage arriving migrants

NFL roundtable: Rams have dilemma at quarterback; Jets’ D a big test for Chargers

Why Pete DeBoer is juggling Stars’ lineup, Jason Robertson’s big plays, Matt Duchene’s impact, more

Trump biographer outlines 'the most important thing to understand about Donald'

Rapidly growing Denver picks Mike Johnston as new mayor amid mounting big-city problems

Stars’ Jim Nill deserves GM of the Year consideration — here are 10 moves that explain why

Chargers take a big target receiver with 21st pick of NFL draft

Johnston’s patience during TCU coaching change pays off big

Duggan, Johnston lead No. 17 TCU past Kansas; Daniels hurt

With 850 days of no cricket, two T20 World Cups missed, Hong Kong set to take on India and Pakistan

TCU and Sonny Dykes aren’t starting from scratch in life after Gary Patterson

Donald Trump and his family fleeced America: Why aren’t they being held accountable?

‘What’s that smell?’ Carson joins Southern California’s fraternity of stank

Big jump in Indiana budget surplus triggering tax refund

After one game, Tony DeAngelo and Kaapo Kakko find themselves in Quinn’s doghouse