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McConnell Staffer’s Admission Deepens Health Mystery
A man was seen leaving the ailing senator’s Washington, D.C. home, raising further questions.
Democrats seek a way forward amid finger-pointing in Maine
Leaders of the Maine Democratic Party are still working toward a process to replace Graham Platner, without angering his supporters.
Mitch McConnell's Health Absence a Mystery With US Senate Poised to Return
By David Morgan WASHINGTON, July 9 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate returns on Monday for a four-week work period expected to include votes on defense and other national security legislation, with one of the most influential voices on those issues – Republican Senator Mitch McConnell – still absent ...
Merkley Joins Push to Kick Private Equity Out of Kids' Sports and Stop the Ripoffs
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley announced he joined Senate and House lawmakers in supporting the Let Kids Play Act, legislation to stop Wall Street from pricing kids out of sports. The proposed legislation bans private equity firms from taking over youth sports, shutting down the vulture practices they use to jack up costs, and getting money back to the families who […]
An outbreak of diarrhea caused by a parasite has hit at least 1,400 people. Here’s how to stay safe
It’s not clear what’s causing rising cases of cyclosporiasis, but cooking fruits and veggies and washing produce can help reduce your risk.
Despite business angst, Washington climbs in CNBC’s state rankings — but still trails its former standing
Washington climbed three spots to No. 11 in CNBC's annual America's Top States for Business rankings, up from No. 14 last year, suggesting that many of the state's underlying competitive strengths remain intact even as debate over its business climate has intensified.
Health workers fighting Ebola go on strike after months without pay
Doctors and Nurses on the front lines of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola response have reached a breaking point.
A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state
Democratic socialists have recently won elections in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver
Analysis | Democratic Party fissures are shaping Michigan’s crucial Senate primary
The race is the next, and perhaps biggest, battle between the Democrats’ warring factions.
Analysis | Can working-class roots help Democrats win back working-class voters?
Democratic gubernatorial candidates are running on personal working-class stories.
How Mitch McConnell’s absence complicates the Senate’s business and war funding
The 84-year-old's hospital stay may make it harder for Republicans to break a stalemate over funding, including $87 billion for the Pentagon as the Iran war reignites.
In Graham Platner’s coastal Maine hometown, his fall is personal
Residents of Sullivan, Maine, are left to ponder what it means to enter the maelstrom of national politics, and what might be exposed along the way.
Kentucky governor asks McConnell about health
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is directly asking Sen. Mitch McConnell, the state's most powerful figure in Congress, to disclose more about his condition after three weeks of silence from the 84-year-old since he was hospitalized in Washington.
Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough
U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is closing Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary by arguing she is the party’s strongest candidate to beat Republicans
Connecticut reports 23 cases of cyclosporiasis as health officials urge produce washing
Connecticut health officials are urging people to thoroughly wash fresh produce after the state reported 23 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 1. The parasitic illness spreads through eating contaminated food, according to doctors. The Connecticut Department of Public Health said it has not been able to determine whether the cases are concentrated in one area and is working to…
Dr Oz links obesity to chronic disease surge, says GLP-1s can 'jumpstart' better health
Dr. Mehmet Oz backs GLP-1 weight loss medication, but stresses that diet and exercise remain essential, calling obesity the top driver of healthcare costs.
9 possible candidates who could replace Platner on Maine’s ballot
Will Democrats choose another progressive nominee or distance themselves from Graham Platner’s wing of the party amid his scandals?
Graham Platner ends U.S. Senate campaign in Maine
Maine Democrats have until July 27 to choose a replacement candidate to take on Sen. Susan Collins (R).
Sen. Mitch McConnell’s constituents deserve transparency
Mitch McConnell's health, Nixon’s war on drugs, 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' and more, in readers' eyes.
Graham Platner, isolated, defies Maine Democrats as they try to hatch a plan
People close to the Senate candidate’s campaign say that they know he has to drop out but that Platner has struggled with the decision.
7 surprises and snubs from the Emmy nominations
“The Pitt” and “Hacks” dominated the field, but there was plenty that was unexpected in Wednesday’s announcement.
Trump reopens the Iran war — and a political problem he can’t shake
Republicans face fall elections tied to a conflict most voters oppose, unable to end it and mostly unwilling to break with the man who started it.
Kentucky governor requests ‘transparent’ update on McConnell’s health amid speculation
Representatives for the 84-year-old senator haven't disclosed what sent him to the hospital June 14, nor when he might return.
Questions surround Mitch McConnell’s health, return to Senate
Emergency dispatch audio indicating that someone at Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) home in Washington, D.C., suffered “cardiac arrest” earlier this month has raised questions about when the former …
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Meet Marblehead Custom Jewelry
The following is an interview with Steven Manchini, co-owner and jeweler of Marblehead Custom Jewelry. Marblehead Custom Jewelry is a local studio located at 66 Washington St. Specializing in custom jewelry design, in-house gemstone cutting and expert repairs, the team works closely with clients to bring meaningful, personal designs to life. With everything done under one
Kentucky Gov. asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give an update on his condition
The 84-year-old has been silent since he was hospitalized in Washington
Assessor to hold training sessions for filing business personal property declaration
Washoe County Assessor Chris Sarman reminds residents that the deadline to file business personal property declaration is July 31, 2026. The Assessor’s Office will be offering training sessions on how to properly file your declaration beginning tomorrow, July 9.
In shift, Trump praises Zelensky, will let Ukraine build Patriot missiles
It was a dramatic departure from Trump’s more acerbic tone toward Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, whom he once derided as ungrateful.
Nexstar launches its first subscription streaming service with The Hill Insider, aimed at political junkies
The service, priced at $5.99 and $9.99 a month, will offer deeper looks at Washington-based news and trends.
Soap, Suds and Spectrum Business’ Seamless Connection in the Sunshine State
The combination of technology and Spectrum Business’ partnership keeps Splash Express Car Wash’s business humming along – and its customers coming back.
Cancer cases worldwide will soar in the coming decades, a report finds. Here’s why.
The World Health Organization tempered optimism about improvements in cancer treatment and said global health care inequities are driving more cases and deaths.
Storm warning for ACA shoppers: Double-digit premium hikes are coming
The 2027 outlook for the Affordable Care Act is severe.
Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton's suspension reduced to 2 games
Boston Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton's initial three-game suspension for his actions during a dugout-clearing altercation with Washington last week has been reduced to two games.
Denmark says it will defend Greenland as Trump threatens to revive NATO crisis
Shortly after arriving at a NATO meeting in Turkey, Trump restarted the divisive fight, telling reporters that Greenland “should be controlled by the United States, not by Denmark.”
I mocked sports fans. Then I became one.
A lifelong sports skeptic learns to love the power of the game.
Washington Commanders Training Camp Primer: Tight Ends
Despite outside skepticism, could the tight end room prove to be a strength for the Washington Commanders?
In Maine, voters consider their options as they await Platner’s decision
With the embattled Democratic Senate nominee under pressure to leave the key race, other politicians are maneuvering to replace him on the ballot.
She blamed flu shots for her twins’ deaths. Now she’s charged with murder.
Andrea Shaw, a plaintiff in a lawsuit against the American Academy of Pediatrics for recommending childhood vaccines, is accused of suffocating her daughter and son.
What is Commanders' biggest strength heading into 2026?
The Washington Commanders made a lot of changes during the offseason, so what is their biggest strength heading into the 2026 season?
BREAKING: Lakers Sign 3-Time NBA Champion to $3,900,000 Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers’ busy offseason continued on Tuesday when they landed a three-time NBA champ to bolster their frontline. After trading former starting center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards, the Lakers acquired a proven playoff performer via free agency.
Commanders make key front office hire after recent departure
Scott Fitterer, left the franchise to join the sports agency, Athletes First.
Rabid bat found in Marion County prompts county health warning
Marion County officials warn after a bat in the Marion area tested positive for rabies. Residents should avoid bats and other wildlife, keep kids and pets away, and ensure dogs and cats are up to date on rabies shots.
WA's small business outlook trails national average, report finds
Washington's small business climate is underperforming the rest of the country, according to a report.
The 2028 redistricting wars have already begun
The Maryland legislature is set to convene a special session next month after Democratic lawmakers proposed a constitutional amendment on redistricting.
Slotkin, Ossoff Demand Answers After Hegseth Denied Military Officers’ Promotions for Political Reasons
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), and colleagues are demanding answers after reports that Secretary Hegseth denied military officers’ promotions for political reasons. Secretary Hegseth reportedly blocked the promotion of eight Navy captains to be one-star admirals –– including the promotions of two female officers and two Black officers. “We write concerning reports […]
Trump weighed in on Cabinet squabble over ride for July Fourth flyover
The president encouraged acting attorney general Todd Blanche to fly on one of NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman’s jets despite the FAA’s prior objection to the planes.
McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized
Senate Republican leaders have spoken to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as he remains in the hospital
As health rumors swirl, GOP leaders say they’ve spoken with McConnell
Several of Mitch McConnell’s colleagues and allies said they talked with him by phone, offering the fullest picture yet of the hospitalized senator’s condition.
As health rumors swirl, GOP leaders say they’ve spoken with McConnell
Several of Mitch McConnell’s colleagues and allies said they talked with him by phone, offering the fullest picture yet of the hospitalized senator’s condition.
U.S. opinions toward Israel are shifting, poll finds
Democrats have become much more likely to say the U.S. is overly supportive of Israel in recent years.
New Report on Washington’s Small Business Economy Released
Washington state-specific SBET July 7, 2024
Musk-linked mailers draw complaints for targeting wrong addresses, dead voters
Election officials in North Carolina and Georgia are warning about suspicious voter-registration mailers linked to Elon Musk.
Major science group launches heat policy database
The agenda from the Federation of American Scientists includes 400 policy approaches, many of which have been implemented or proposed at the state level.
Bernie Sanders calls on Graham Platner to drop Senate bid
The senator from Vermont has been a key backer of the insurgent Democratic candidate in Maine.
Analysis | What Graham Platner’s rise and unraveling reveal about the politics of 2026
In their rush to find a strong candidate to run again Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), Democrats should have more thoroughly vetted their party's nominee.
Trump praises Turkish leader, stops short of approving fighter-jet sale
President Donald Trump heaped praise on Turkey's president but stopped short of publicly approving the sale of F-35 fighter jets, which many in Congress oppose.
How some Hill Country businesses affected by July 4 flooding are pushing forward
Steve Edelstein is the owner of the Ingram Dam Shopping Center. All of the businesses there were washed away by last July's flooding. Now, he's nearing a return to business normalcy.
National report: Oregon great for giving kids health insurance, bad for teaching them how to read
A new national report finds mixed outcomes for child well-being in Oregon and Washington.
Trump told interesting stories about George Washington and the Panama Canal. They’re both fake
Last week, President Donald Trump’s annual financial disclosure showed he made more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025. On Monday, after a reporter asked him a question related to crypto, he eventually pivoted to a colorful anecdote about the nation’s first president.
Rahm Emanuel will assail Netanyahu in Tel Aviv speech as American politics shift against Israel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rahm Emanuel, a potential Democratic presidential candidate and longtime defender of Israel, will denounce Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv this week and deliver a br…
Rahm Emanuel will assail Netanyahu in Tel Aviv speech as American politics shift against Israel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rahm Emanuel, a potential Democratic presidential candidate and longtime defender of Israel, will denounce Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv this week and deliver a bracing message that the country's relationship with the United States is “at a crossroads.”
Beanblossom Named College Sports Communicators Academic All-America
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McConnell’s health emergency sparks questions on whether he will return to Senate
Emergency dispatch audio indicating that someone at Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) home in Washington, D.C., suffered “cardiac arrest” earlier this month has raised questions about when the former …
How easy is it to get weight-loss drugs online? Secret shoppers from Yale found out.
The quality of care by online providers offering lower-cost knockoff versions of weight loss drugs is an increasingly urgent issue.
Rahm Emanuel to tell Israel its alliance with the U.S. cannot ‘survive as it has been’
In a Tel Aviv speech Wednesday, the presidential prospect plans to warn that Israel faces a “dead end” without change, a move reflecting Democratic pressure.
Who is the Commanders' most intriguing newcomer?
Of all the free agents the Commanders signed, an offensive addition was named the most intriguing newcomer.
Nationals Star Displays Most Insane Power Surge Since Kyle Schwarber
About two weeks ago, I wrote that Luis Garcia Jr. was the missing piece on the team that was going to push the Washington Nationals to the next level. Well, I was right and wrong. I was right because since that point, Garcia has been absolutely raking. Over his last 15 games, the Nats first baseman ...
Here’s what we know about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health
McConnell has been hospitalized for more than three weeks, and his office still will not say what sent the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican there.
Here’s what we know about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health
McConnell has been hospitalized for more than three weeks, and his office still will not say what sent the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican there.
Washington County Fair announces 2026 entertainment lineup
BRENHAM — The historic Washington County Fair, proudly known as "The Oldest County Fair in Texas", has officially announced its star-studded entertainment lineup for its 158th annual run from Sept.
Washington Nationals vs Houston Astros Game Thread
Follow along as the Nats look to bounce back from a series loss in their opener against the Astros
Commanders signing Super Bowl-winning cornerback in free agency
The Washington Commanders have bolstered their depth at cornerback with the signing of Rasul Douglas.
Washington Commanders Sign Veteran Cornerback Rasul Douglas
The Washington Commanders are adding experienced depth to the secondary after inking veteran Rasul Douglas
White House report accuses Smithsonian museum of ‘extreme political activism’
The 162-page report on the National Museum of American History marks an escalation of President Donald Trump’s criticism of the Smithsonian museums.
Texas drone show stuns 4th of July crowds. Take a look
Sky Elements, a drone light show company, flew a 2,500-drone show near Dallas featuring formations like George Washington and Uncle Sam.
Five Key Moments: Hearing on the Growing Business of Sports
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Ways and Means Committee hearing focused on federal tax policy in the growing business of sports, Republican...
Five Key Moments: Hearing on the Growing Business of Sports
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Ways and Means Committee hearing focused on federal tax policy in the growing business of sports, Republican...
Sean Duffy's son-in-law divides Trump-backing Republicans in a Wisconsin congressional race
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is doing all he can to get his 26-year-old son-in-law elected to his old congressional district in the vast north woods of Wisconsin
Democrats invoke ‘big, beautiful bill’ far more than Republicans as midterms near
Republicans continue to tout some provisions of the law, including tax cuts, but its overall unpopularity has provided Democrats ammunition for the midterms.
After America’s 250th, Trump will test how far he can push NATO allies
As NATO leaders gather in Turkey, they are preparing for another summit shaped as much by managing President Donald Trump as by the alliance's security agenda.
Why U.S. measles outbreaks have grown harder to extinguish
As the nation nears last year’s record case total, experts say the virus is becoming harder to contain, forcing medicine to relearn a disease many thought had been consigned to history.
Personnel note: Chesapeake Utilities adds Lance Pierce to Florida team
Pierce will oversee external affairs in Jackson, Liberty, Gadsden, Calhoun, Holmes, Washington, Bay and Escambia counties
White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trusted
The report released late on Independence Day by the White House Domestic Policy Council comes in the midst of Trump’s aggressive campaign to overhaul some of Washington's most sacred cultural and historic institutions.
DC experiences ‘Code Red’ air quality after massive fireworks display
Residents of Washington, DC, on Sunday briefly experienced the worst air quality of any major city in the world, according to a company that ranks pollution globally, as the capital reckoned with the aftermath of a massive, 40-minute Fourth of July fireworks show.
Pirates Series Takeaways: Speedy Griffin, Offense By Committee
The Pirates (46-45) took two out of three against the Nationals in Washington, posting a 4-3 record through the first […] The post Pirates Series Takeaways: Speedy Griffin, Offense By Committee appeared first on Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
Speaker Johnson says House will pass Trump’s voter ID bill through arduous process after GOP revolt
House Speaker Mike Johnson said he plans to move quickly to advance President Donald Trump’s signature voter ID legislation through the arduous budget reconciliation process once the House returns to Washington, downplaying the heightened tensions within the GOP after he sent lawmakers home early for the holidays after a few Republicans brought the floor to a halt.
As socialism rises in popularity, GOP turns to a new attack: ‘Communists’
Democratic voters are shifting to the left in primaries. Republicans are doing the same with the labels they use to paint them as extreme.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Washington Nationals: Bubba Chandler vs. Miles Mikolas
The Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.
Science 4 Everyone: Why do fireflies light up?
How can a bug light up? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller explains how fireflies can illuminate their bodies.
WATCH: Trump delivers keynote address at ‘Salute to America 250’ event on the National Mall
Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, Trump honored veterans, including several from World War II and one of the first Black officers to lead a Special Forces team in combat in Vietnam.
Trump’s Fireworks Fiasco Sparks Health Fears Across D.C.
The largest display in history left some Washington, D.C. residents stranded indoors.
Supreme Court’s dramatic moves will reshape elections — and give the GOP a midterm boost
Legal experts said the justices’ intervention amid an election cycle and the pace at which the court moved to implement changes that largely benefit one party is all but unprecedented in recent years.
Fireworks, heat, hot dogs and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states
Fireworks, heat, hot dogs and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON (AP) — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple sta…
Fireworks, heat, hot dogs and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway on Saturday.
Trump makes himself central to America’s 250th anniversary
The president has blended patriotic spectacle with campaign-style politics, reshaping a civic milestone around his leadership and worldview.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON (AP) — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple sta…
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday. The signing of the Declaration of Independence, one of history’s
Celebrations for America’s 250th begin amid heat and political division
Despite sweltering heat, heavy security and brewing protests, thousands were expected to descend on the nation’s capital for the historic anniversary.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing...