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N.Y. Assembly speaker eyes 2 constitutional amendments for redistricting reform

Redistricting has been a heightened issue with the time lawmakers have left this year at the state Capitol.

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May 20 • 4:05 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
What will the Lakers look like with top Dodgers execs helping lead the way? That's the big question in L.A.
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May 20 • 2:45 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Trump-backed housing bill clears House after GOP defies Senate pressure campaign

Lawmakers passed a bipartisan housing bill backed by Trump that aims to make housing more affordable and restrict large investors from buying homes.

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May 20 • 12:13 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
Xbox expands leadership team with major hires

Xbox has added two big names to its leadership team: Matthew Ball and Scott Van Vliet. The new recruits are part of an on-going drive from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma to move faster, build better products, and make more focused business decisions. The Game Business can reveal that Ball is joining as Chief Strategy Officer. He is a popular industry analyst who is responsible for the annual The State of Video Gaming report, which is widely read across the business. His first job will be to strengthen the console side of Xbox, which is facing significant pressures, not least from the rising costs of memory and storage. In an interview with The Game Business earlier in the year, he admitted he was “pretty frightened” by the situation for the console sector. Ball had previously worked as head of strategy and planning for Amazon Studios, and wrote the 2022 international best-seller The Metaverse. He is currently CEO of Epyllion, a venture partner at investment group Makers Fund and senior advisor at KKR & Co. Meanwhile, Scott Van Vliet joins as Chief Technology Officer. He was previously in charge of Azure OpenAI and AI Core infrastructure at Microsoft, and he also led engineering for Microsoft Teams during the COVID 19 pandemic. But he has a games background. He previously worked across games for Amazon, including Alexa, Amazon Game Studios and the Amazon App Store. He directly worked on the Minecraft: Fire TV Edition. Prior to that, he was VP of Digital Play at Mattel, and worked across brands such as Batman, Barbie, Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja and Cut The Rope. His job will be to improve how Xbox builds products so teams can move faster and deliver stronger results. For more breaking stories, sign-up to The Game Business today Subscribe In addition to these new hires, Xbox has promoted Chris Schnakenberg to Corporate Vice President, Partnerships & Business Development. He was previously VP of partnerships and business development, and joined from Activision Blizzard, where he spent 12 years in various strategy, business development and partner relations role. His focus is on third-party games, publishers and developers working with Xbox. The news follows a number of new hires and promotions earlier in the month, including Jason Ronald taking leadership over Xbox’s upcoming Project Helix console. “These changes are about strengthening our foundation by creating more clarity and improving execution,” Sharma said in an email to staff. “As we head toward Showcase and beyond, we’ll continue making the changes needed to position XBOX for the future.” Matthew Ball is speaking with Christopher Dring at The Game Business Live on Monday, June 8. More details on the event can be found here.

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May 20 • 11:47 AM EDT • Technology • thegamebusiness.com
Xbox expands leadership team with major hires

Xbox has added two big names to its leadership team: Matthew Ball and Scott Van Vliet. The new recruits are part of an on-going drive from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma to move faster, build better products, and make more focused business decisions. The Game Business can reveal that Ball is joining as Chief Strategy Officer. He is a popular industry analyst who is responsible for the annual The State of Video Gaming report, which is widely read across the business. His first job will be to strengthen the console side of Xbox, which is facing significant pressures, not least from the rising costs of memory and storage. In an interview with The Game Business earlier in the year, he admitted he was “pretty frightened” by the situation for the console sector. Ball had previously worked as head of strategy and planning for Amazon Studios, and wrote the 2022 international best-seller The Metaverse. He is currently CEO of Epyllion, a venture partner at investment group Makers Fund and senior advisor at KKR & Co. Meanwhile, Scott Van Vliet joins as Chief Technology Officer. He was previously in charge of Azure OpenAI and AI Core infrastructure at Microsoft, and he also led engineering for Microsoft Teams during the COVID 19 pandemic. But he has a games background. He previously worked across games for Amazon, including Alexa, Amazon Game Studios and the Amazon App Store. He directly worked on the Minecraft: Fire TV Edition. Prior to that, he was VP of Digital Play at Mattel, and worked across brands such as Batman, Barbie, Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja and Cut The Rope. His job will be to improve how Xbox builds products so teams can move faster and deliver stronger results. For more breaking stories, sign-up to The Game Business today Subscribe In addition to these new hires, Xbox has promoted Chris Schnakenberg to Corporate Vice President, Partnerships & Business Development. He was previously VP of partnerships and business development, and joined from Activision Blizzard, where he spent 12 years in various strategy, business development and partner relations role. His focus is on third-party games, publishers and developers working with Xbox. The news follows a number of new hires and promotions earlier in the month, including Jason Ronald taking leadership over Xbox’s upcoming Project Helix console. “These changes are about strengthening our foundation by creating more clarity and improving execution,” Sharma said in an email to staff. “As we head toward Showcase and beyond, we’ll continue making the changes needed to position XBOX for the future.” Matthew Ball is speaking with Christopher Dring at The Game Business Live on Monday, June 8. More details on the event can be found here.

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May 20 • 11:47 AM EDT • Business • thegamebusiness.com
Mace targets Squad Dem with proposed constitutional ban on foreign-born lawmakers

Rep. Nancy Mace proposes expanding the natural-born citizen requirement beyond the presidency to Congress, federal judges and cabinet appointees.

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May 20 • 8:57 AM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
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Israeli lawmakers in the Israeli parliament, during a session considering a bill to dissolve the government in Jerusalem, Wednesday, May 20,2026. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)

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May 20 • 7:59 AM EDT • Politics • journal-news.com
How Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie, toppled by Trump, charted his own way

There aren’t many lawmakers like Thomas Massie left in Congress. READ MORE: Massie's loss leaves no doubt about Trump's power over the GOP. 6 takeaways from Tuesday's primaries The renegade Republican who rose to prominence as an idiosyncratic and stubborn outlier in his party, popular in the Kentucky district that repeatedly sent him to the House, lost his primary bid for reelection Tuesday after a vicious and costly attack by President Donald Trump. The stunning

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May 20 • 6:38 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Colorado’s prisons are underfunded, not overcrowded

By John Kellner The state does not have a “prison crowding” problem. It has a prison under-capacity problem. This is a crucial distinction for lawmakers and the public to understand. If it is not properly understood, the state risks falling into the same kind of criminal justice system spiral that mistakes leniency for clemency. This […]

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May 20 • 3:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
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Teague: Spurs used Lakers' game plan versus Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

According to former All-Star Jeff Teague, the Lakers may have given the rest of the NBA the blueprint for how to contain Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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May 20 • 1:35 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Bakersfield businesses describe struggle with construction on 18th and 19th streets

If you’ve walked down 18th or 19th Street in Bakersfield lately, you’ve likely hit a few obstacles. Literally.

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May 19 • 9:54 PM EDT • Business • kget.com
Lightning in a Bottle festival brings big boost to Bakersfield businesses, owners say

For one weekend every year, thousands of people pour into Kern County for the Lightning in a Bottle festival, turning Buena Vista Lake into a temporary city of

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May 19 • 8:47 PM EDT • Business • bakersfieldnow.com
Highway 178 closure from River Fire could threaten Kern River Valley Memorial Day business

KERNVILLE, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) Highway 178 remains closed at both ends of the canyon because of the River Fire, raising concerns for businesses in the Kern River

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May 19 • 8:34 PM EDT • Business • bakersfieldnow.com
Africa should treat entrepreneurial science as a lifeline, not a ...

Synchronised action from universities, policymakers and scientists is needed to bridge the gap from ideas to impact

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May 19 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • chemistryworld.com
Minnesota politics: What didn’t get finished? | FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul

Minnesota lawmakers ended the session with several high-profile proposals left unresolved, including issues such as gun safety, school security funding, car tab fees and infrastructure deals.

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May 19 • 7:42 PM EDT • Politics • fox9.com
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Google's First AI Smart Glasses Launching This Fall With iPhone Support

Google today said that its first "intelligent eyewear" product is set to launch this fall. It is teaming up with Samsung and eyewear manufacturers Gentle Monster and Warby Parker to launch new AI audio glasses. The glasses will run Android XR, which is Google's platform for smart glasses and AR/VR headsets. There are cameras, speakers, and microphones in the glasses, but there is no display in the lenses.

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May 19 • 5:34 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights

The NAACP is calling on Black athletes, alumni, fans and the general public to boycott the athletic programs of public universities in states that aim to redistrict longtime Black lawmakers.

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May 19 • 4:34 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights

The NAACP is calling on Black athletes, alumni, fans and the general public to boycott the athletic programs of public universities in states that aim to redistrict longtime Black lawmakers.

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May 19 • 4:22 PM EDT • Sports • wcvb.com
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Trump shows reporters ballroom construction site as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House security

President Donald Trump is defending the White House ballroom he's building. He showed off the construction site to a group of reporters on Tuesday.

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May 19 • 4:17 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Blanche faces senators on new Trump ‘weaponization’ fund, Epstein, budget cuts

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faced lawmakers Tuesday for the first time since taking the role, answering to bipartisan questions about his department’s newly created “Anti-Weaponization Fund.”

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May 19 • 4:01 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Google and Samsung Reveal Designs of Upcoming Smart Glasses

The companies are collaborating with eyewear makers Warby Parker and Gentle Monster

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May 19 • 1:46 PM EDT • Technology • bloomberg.com
Blanche defends nearly $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund

The acting attorney general told lawmakers there will be quarterly reports with information about payout recipients

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May 19 • 11:19 AM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
NAACP urges Black athletes to boycott college sports in the South

The NAACP is calling on Black athletes, alumni, fans and the general public to boycott the athletic programs of public universities in states that aim to redistrict longtime Black lawmakers.

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May 19 • 10:55 AM EDT • Sports • apnews.com
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NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights

The NAACP is calling on Black athletes, alumni, fans and the general public to boycott the athletic programs of public universities in states that aim to redistrict longtime Black lawmakers.

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May 19 • 10:55 AM EDT • Sports • wsls.com
Blanche will face questions from lawmakers over a nearly $1.8B fund to compensate Trump allies

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appears on Capitol Hill for his first congressional testimony since taking over at the Justice Department.

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May 19 • 5:31 AM EDT • Politics • ksat.com
Math interventions bill would now exempt some Ohio schools from teaching science of reading

A recently added carveout to a math interventions bill would exempt some Ohio schools from teaching the science of reading curriculum — despite a statewide mandate. Lawmakers in the Ohio House Educati...

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May 19 • 3:55 AM EDT • Science • yahoo.com
Pirates Decision Makers Respond to Jared Jones' Bullpen Comments

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones made it somewhat clear how he feels about moving to the bullpen earlier last week. Jones, who has been on a rehab assignment, shut down that narrative right away.

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May 18 • 10:56 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Polis signs bill aimed at easing regulatory burdens on Colorado businesses

Regulation reform is on the horizon for Colorado businesses after lawmakers approved a bill that will crack down on excessive rules — reportedly freeing up time for more care for patients, more attention for students...

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May 18 • 8:07 PM EDT • Business • summitdaily.com
Polis signs bill aimed at easing regulatory burdens on Colorado businesses

Regulation reform is on the horizon for Colorado businesses after lawmakers approved a bill that will crack down on excessive rules — reportedly freeing up time for more care for patients, more attention for students...

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May 18 • 7:40 PM EDT • Business • aspentimes.com
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UC faculty and staff rally for state investment in science

UC President James B. Milliken and other leaders urged state lawmakers to pass SB 895, bipartisan legislation that would place a $12 billion bond to fund scientific research across California on the November 2026 ballot.

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May 18 • 5:43 PM EDT • Science • universityofcalifornia.edu
Trump administration pushes narrative of Christian founding at rally

The day-long prayer event featured speakers from President Trump’s cabinet and a program that drew connections between the nation’s founding and Christianity.

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May 18 • 11:24 AM EDT • Politics • sltrib.com
Trump administration pushes narrative of Christian founding at rally

The day-long prayer event featured speakers from President Trump’s cabinet and a program that drew connections between the nation’s founding and Christianity.

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May 18 • 11:24 AM EDT • Politics • sltrib.com
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Lawmakers zero in on sports gambling regulation as scandals boom

Congress appears poised to intensify its scrutiny of major sports leagues and their gambling partners in response to a growing number of scandals involving illicit&nbs…

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May 18 • 9:14 AM EDT • Sports • thehill.com
Soundbar Vs. Speakers: Which Is Better For Your TV's Audio?

Soundbars will improve dialogue clarity, while a speaker system will be more immersive, so deciding between the two is a matter of preference and budget.

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May 18 • 8:47 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
US states reject anti-vaccine bills as public health groups fight MAHA

Dozens of state anti-vaccine bills backed by "Make America Healthy Again" supporters have failed after public health groups won over Republican state lawmakers, marking a series of defeats for the backers ​of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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May 18 • 6:06 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
Democrats, Tiffany face tricky politics after killing tax relief bill

Democratic lawmakers and Republican governor candidate Tom Tiffany face tricky messaging after working to kill a bill to aid taxpayers and schools.

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May 18 • 6:03 AM EDT • Politics • jsonline.com
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Kansas small business owners, here’s how to get away from all the paperwork

Professional Employer Organizations let you focus on customers. Tell lawmakers to support them. | Opinion

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May 18 • 6:01 AM EDT • Business • kansascity.com
Jewish lawmakers face an explosion of antisemitism

The hate is direct, explicit and shockingly casual.

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May 18 • 5:10 AM EDT • Politics • axios.com
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Small-Business Banking Has a Segmentation Problem

The term “small business” has traditionally functioned as a sort of economic shorthand. Banks, payment companies, FinTech firms, and even policymakers

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May 18 • 4:00 AM EDT • Business • pymnts.com
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Business fuel-saving efforts give automakers software opportunities

Many fleet operators can't easily pivot to more fuel-efficient vehicles since they need vans and pickups to haul and tow. Telematics are one answer.

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May 18 • 12:02 AM EDT • Business • detroitnews.com
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MN Capitol deadline: Lawmakers rush to finish business before session ends

The clock is ticking at the Minnesota State Capitol as lawmakers race to pass several high-profile bills before the legislative session ends at midnight.

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May 17 • 11:38 PM EDT • Business • fox9.com
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Former Gov. Christine Gregoire blasts WA Democrats’ tax strategy, warns businesses will leave state

Former Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire is publicly breaking with many fellow Democrats over the state’s tax-and-spending strategy, warning lawmakers they risk driving businesses and wealthy residen...

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May 17 • 2:47 PM EDT • Business • yahoo.com
Are lawmakers or unelected staff making decisions on the Capitol Annex Project?

Since the Capitol Annex Project began in 2018, there has not been a single lawmaker consistently overseeing the construction.

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May 17 • 11:25 AM EDT • Politics • kcra.com
California Politics 360 Full Episode | Governor & lawmakers debate proposed spending plan

This week, Gov. Gavin Newsom outlined his priorities, proposing to spend $349 billion. On California Politics 360, Ashley Zavala sits down with Republican State Sen. Roger Niello.

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May 17 • 11:25 AM EDT • Politics • kcra.com
A unique Oregon law allows it to block healthcare deals. In five years, the state hasn’t done so once

Lawmakers said that giving the state oversight would stop multibillion-dollar deals from reducing care and increasing costs. Some who supported the law say it hasn’t been nearly as effective as they hoped.

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May 17 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
PHOTOS: Long Beach Adaptive Sports Fair

The second local Long Beach Adaptive Sports Fair took place at Long Beach City College on May 16th. The event featured a variety of adaptive sports including basketball, boccia, baseball and dance. PLAYMAKERS of Long Beach, Angel City Sports and Triumph Foundation teamed up to host the fair in a mov

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May 17 • 1:21 AM EDT • Sports • the562.org
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Lakers jersey history No. 35

A look at Mark Madsen's stint with the Lakers.

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May 16 • 4:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Virginia’s new House map is dead. Democrats think they can still flip these seats.

Republicans won the redistricting war in Virginia, but several lawmakers remain vulnerable.

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May 16 • 12:48 PM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
NBA executive: 'I'd pay LeBron whatever he wants'

One NBA executive feels the Lakers should pay LeBron James as much money as he demands this summer.

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May 16 • 8:02 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Tri-state political maps unlikely to change despite national redistricting debate

While a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling has lawmakers in some states talking about redrawing their congressional maps, it’s unlikely Iowa, Illinois or Wisconsin will see any changes ahead of

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May 16 • 2:00 AM EDT • Politics • telegraphherald.com
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‘Shaping Connecticut’s Future’: Business leaders, lawmakers gather at SCSU for summit

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Business leaders and lawmakers from across Connecticut gathered Friday at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) for the “Shaping Connecticut’s Future…

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May 15 • 6:22 PM EDT • Business • wtnh.com
Lawmakers considering raising taxes on sports betting operators

People familiar with state budget negotiations told WRAL that lawmakers have discussed increasing the tax rate paid by sports betting operators to generate more money for the state.

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May 15 • 4:56 PM EDT • Sports • wral.com
Strategies for improving women’s health explored at student-led summit | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Speakers at the first Women’s Health Student Summit at the School discussed the need for a new approach to women's health.

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May 15 • 2:14 PM EDT • Health • hsph.harvard.edu
Politics Friday: Minnesota lawmakers reach a session-ending deal, now race to get it through

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four caucus leaders about a session-ending agreement and how they’ll shepherd it through this weekend.

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May 15 • 1:00 PM EDT • Politics • mprnews.org
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Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break

The all-Republican court dealt a blow to Gov. Greg Abbott and state Republicans in their efforts to severely punish the more than 50 Democrats.

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May 15 • 12:02 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting

The Texas Supreme Court has refused to declare that Democratic state lawmakers who briefly left the state last year in a quorum break to stop a vote on new congressional voting maps pushed by President Donald Trump vacated their offices.

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May 15 • 11:13 AM EDT • Politics • news4jax.com
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14 Cool Mini Gadgets You Can Find On Amazon

From portable projectors to pocket-sized tools and speakers, these budget gadgets pack surprising functionality into their diminutive designs.

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May 15 • 10:02 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
More taxes on sports betting? NC lawmakers discuss the possibility as industry pushes back

Lawmakers have weighed increasing tax rates on sports betting operators and an additional tax on lottery sales and individual sports bets, sources tell WRAL. No decisions have been made. And the proposals could pose enormous hurdles — and industry opposition.

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May 15 • 8:29 AM EDT • Sports • wral.com
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Why Trump (rightly) Fired the National Science Foundation Board

President Trump’s recent firing of all 22 members of the National Science Foundation board ignited the sort of institutional panic one normally associates with medieval villagers spotting a comet.

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May 15 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • maciverinstitute.com
CT health legislation: Focus on vaccines, Medicaid rates, private equity in 2026

Connecticut lawmakers tackled several long-standing healthcare issues during this year's legislative session. Here's what they passed.

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May 15 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • ctmirror.org
South Carolina leaders mark Multicultural Business Alliance Day at State House

State business leaders, lawmakers and community advocates gathered at the South Carolina State House this morning.

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May 14 • 7:18 PM EDT • Business • abcnews4.com
Legislative wrap-up: Lawmakers pass 120 bills in 2026 session

The 2026 legislative session wrapped with lawmakers approving roughly 120 bills, though how many will ultimately be signed by Gov. Jared Polis remains uncertain. Beyond high‑profile debates over artificial intelligence policy and the state budget, legislators advanced major measures on health care, education, immigration, and public safety. Here is an overview of some of the […]

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May 14 • 6:16 PM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
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Why Wisconsin lawmakers blew up a state budget surplus deal

Democratic and Republican legislators reject a deal to cut taxes and boost school funding.

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May 14 • 5:39 PM EDT • Politics • pbswisconsin.org
Louisiana senate passes new U.S. House map that would eliminate majority-Black district

The new U.S. House districts, which still need House approval, would be used for primary elections poised to be postponed from Saturday until November. This as South Carolina's governor pushed for congressional redistricting and could call lawmakers into a special session.

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May 14 • 5:01 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Doctors rally behind autonomous vehicles as public health issue

Two high-profile doctors are urging policymakers to support AV deployment, arguing it's a public health imperative.

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May 14 • 2:28 PM EDT • Health • axios.com
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New York lawmakers pass 12th state budget extender that runs though May 18

The state budget was due on April 1.

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May 14 • 2:27 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
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Colorado lawmakers pass bill negating road-funding ballot measure

Colorado lawmakers on Wednesday approved a last‑minute amendment to a bill crafted to counter a ballot measure requiring that public funds collected for “road transportation” go to “road transportation,” setting up a high‑stakes clash over street funding and public services. House Bill 1430 would only go into effect if Initiative No. 175 passes in November. That […]

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May 14 • 2:09 PM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Senators vote to withhold their own pay during future government shutdowns

The bipartisan support for the measure comes at a time when federal closures have become longer and more frequent, frustrating lawmakers who say there should be punishment when Congress fails at its most basic legislative duty.

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May 14 • 12:30 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Hawaii vs. Citizens United

State lawmakers want to change the terms of personhood for corporations.

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May 14 • 11:00 AM EDT • Politics • theatlantic.com
Memphis People in Business for May 14, 2026

A look at promotions, hirings, movers and newsmakers in the Memphis area business scene

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May 14 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • commercialappeal.com
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AI chatbots and mental health: 4 ways Congress can boost safety

In letters to three key caucuses, the AMA urges lawmakers to establish guardrails that prioritize patient safety, clinical integrity and public trust.

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May 14 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • ama-assn.org
Lakers could pursue former Luka Doncic teammate in free agency

The Los Angeles Lakers could upgrade their wing position this summer by adding one of Luka Doncic's former teammates.

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May 13 • 7:38 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
AI’s rapid growth spurs major legislative action in Colorado

The 2026 legislative session was marked by lawmakers’ push to establish guardrails on artificial intelligence, a technology advancing at breakneck speed. Colorado has remained at the forefront of AI policy, becoming the first state to pursue comprehensive regulation with Senate Bill 205 in 2024. On the other hand, U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen told Colorado Politics […]

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May 13 • 6:34 PM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
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Louisiana lawmakers advance new 5-1 congressional map that favors Republicans

The new map will eliminate one of the state's majority Black, Democratic-leaning districts while keeping one Democratic-leaning district.

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May 13 • 5:39 PM EDT • Politics • cbsnews.com
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GOP centrists defy Trump and force future House vote on major Russian sanctions bill

A small bloc of GOP lawmakers defied their leadership — and President Donald Trump — by forcing the House to soon take up a major bill to deliver US military support to Ukraine while imposing steep sanctions on Russia.

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May 13 • 4:09 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
MAPS Announces Dates for Psychedelic Science 2027; Early Bird Registrations Now Open

Early bird registration is now open for Psychedelic Science 2027, taking place May 3–7, 2027, in Denver, Colorado.Early bird pricing offers discounted registration in limited quantities to the world’s leading psychedelic conference.Psychedelic Science 2027 to convene 8,000+ researchers, clinicians, policymakers, advocates, and cultural leaders from around the globe. DENVER, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) announced that early bird

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May 13 • 2:47 PM EDT • Science • finance.yahoo.com
Vast majority support $1.8B state spending plan in our reader survey

Nearly 200 readers sent in their thoughts about lawmakers' $1.8 billion compromise, with more than three-quarters saying lawmakers should pass it.

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May 13 • 2:19 PM EDT • Politics • jsonline.com
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Lawmakers & Trump Admin. Officials Discuss The Advancement of Health Care

Lawmakers and top Trump Administration officials, including Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, participate in discussions on U.S. advancement in health care.

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May 13 • 2:00 PM EDT • Health • c-span.org
The Science is Not Settled: How Weak Evidence is Fueling a National

As statehouses ramp up for 2026, we’re seeing a familiar and concerning trend of lawmakers rushing to regulate the internet based on shockingly shaky science. From the California State Assembly to

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May 13 • 12:48 PM EDT • Science • eff.org
Trust, Play, and Platforms: Sharing Lessons for Safer Digital Spaces

Drawing on expert reflections from a September 2025 symposium, this paper examines how Trust & Safety governance in online gaming compares to social media and what the games industry’s unique experience with community-driven moderation can teach policymakers and advocates working across all digital spaces.

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May 13 • 12:24 PM EDT • Business • bhr.stern.nyu.edu
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In a reversal, SC lawmakers now anticipating special session to redraw congressional district lines

South Carolina lawmakers are preparing for Gov. Henry McMaster to call them back to Columbia to consider redrawing Congressional District lines after they adjourn on May 14.

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May 13 • 11:46 AM EDT • Politics • postandcourier.com
Moscow invites far-right German politicians to ‘Putin’s Davos’

At least two lawmakers in the Kremlin-friendly AfD intend to attend the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in June.

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May 13 • 9:58 AM EDT • Politics • politico.eu
Colorado Democrat Jason Crow calls on House leadership to ban trading on prediction markets

U.S. Rep. Jason Crow on Monday joined a bipartisan call asking House Speaker Mike Johnson to adopt new rules banning the chamber’s lawmakers, their families and staff from participating in prediction markets, in a move the Aurora Democrat said can help restore public trust in Congress. The push comes less than two weeks after the […]

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May 13 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Amid elevated disaster risks Tahoe cannot afford tourism business-driven governance

Local and state governments in 2026 are under more pressure than ever to provide services. These new realities and an uncertain summer came into sharp relief recently in Nevada. During the state’s joint interim standing Government Affairs meeting, lawmakers received an alarming update from Nevada’s head of Emergency Management and Homeland Security about strained disaster […]

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May 13 • 8:50 AM EDT • Business • nevadacurrent.com
Californian criminal suspects can trade prison for psychiatric care. Is it working?

Californians accused of crimes can receive mental health treatment rather than prison time. Lawmakers are revamping the rules following reports of violent offenses.

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May 13 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • calmatters.org
Louisiana GOP lawmakers advance map eliminating one Democratic House district

Republicans currently have a 4-2 advantage in the state’s congressional delegation. The map would push that edge to 5-1, dropping one of Louisiana’s two majority-Black districts.

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May 13 • 7:32 AM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Colorado legislators abandon proposal targeting natural gas initiative

Colorado lawmakers pulled back plans to counter a proposed constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right of consumers to use natural gas. The bill’s backers said the legislation would not have significantly affected the initiative’s impact, even as debate intensifies among environmental groups, the oil and gas industry and policymakers. The bill — initially planned by House […]

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May 12 • 5:39 PM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
What to know about Hawaiʻi's efforts to limit corporate donations in politics

Lawmakers in Hawaiʻi have passed a measure that's headed to the governor that would redefine corporations in a way that precludes spending on elections.

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May 12 • 5:37 PM EDT • Politics • hawaiipublicradio.org
Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC) Business Expo 2026

The Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC) returns with their highly anticipated GWHCC Business Expo, taking place on Thursday, May 21, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. An event focused on connecting minority-owned businesses with corporate partners, business resources, and networking opportunities. Featuring more than 80 exhibitors, the event brings together entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and decision-makers from across the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area to support collaboration, visibility, and business growth.

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May 12 • 5:27 PM EDT • Business • eventsdc.com
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South Carolina state Senate rejects effort to tackle redistricting despite pressure from Trump

Five Republican lawmakers defected and voted against a plan to extend their legislative session in order to carve up the state’s lone Democratic U.S. House district.

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May 12 • 5:19 PM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Dem lawmakers question Trump firing of science advisers

Senate Democrats have requested records of communication between the White House and National Science Foundation leadership by May 29.

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May 12 • 4:17 PM EDT • Science • eenews.net
Rob Pelinka: Lakers would 'love to have LeBron James' back, Austin Reaves wants to return; Luka Dončić will have roster input
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May 12 • 3:09 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
From The Sports Desk: Farewell LeBron?

James and the Lakers exited the NBA playoffs last night, raising questions about the 41-year-old’s future.

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May 12 • 3:01 PM EDT • Sports • nbcnews.com
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From The Sports Desk: Farewell LeBron?

After the Oklahoma City Thunder completed their sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers last night, all eyes turned to LeBron James, the Lakers’ 41-year-old star.

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May 12 • 3:01 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
LeBron James Next Team Odds: Lakers, Cavaliers, Retirement In Mix

Has LeBron James taken his final bow as an NBA superstar? Here are the odds now that the Lakers' season is over.

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May 12 • 2:16 PM EDT • Sports • foxsports.com
Action News Sports Director Ducis Rodgers speaks at Radnor Middle School career symposium

More than 50 speakers shared details about their careers with students.

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May 12 • 1:56 PM EDT • Sports • 6abc.com
Could the Nets pursue Lakers' Austin Reaves this NBA offseason?

The Brooklyn Nets are one of a few teams expected to have significant salary cap space and Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is a free-agent.

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May 12 • 1:01 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
LeBron James has a decision to make

With the Lakers eliminated, it's once again decision time for LeBron James.

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May 12 • 11:01 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Hegseth faces bipartisan grilling about weapons drawdown during the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administration’s end game for the Iran war, the cost of the conflict and its

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May 12 • 11:00 AM EDT • Politics • goskagit.com
LeBron James' uncertain future is now Lakers' biggest offseason question: 'We're not good enough right now'
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May 12 • 10:20 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com