Senate GOP targets Russia’s claim to Europe By James Osborne, Staff Writer July 19, 2018 Photo: Al Drago /Getty Images Image 1of/2 CaptionClose Image 1 of 2 Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) departs the weekly Senate Republicans policy luncheon, on Capitol Hill, on July 10, 2018 in Washington, DC. Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) departs the weekly Senate Republicans policy luncheon, on Capitol Hill, on July 10, 2018 in Washington, DC. Photo: Al Drago /Getty Images Image 2 of 2 Construction continues at the Cheniere Liquid Natural Gas plant in Portland, Texas, Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2017. Stage one of the project broke ground on June 2015 and is scheduled to be in service in late 2018. The complete project will have a cost of over $20 billion. less Construction continues at the Cheniere Liquid Natural Gas plant in Portland, Texas, Tuesday, Aug. … [Read more...] about Senate GOP targets Russia’s claim to Europe
Ybor City roosters are here to stay thanks to council’s decision to leave ordinance alone
YBOR CITY, Fla. — The chickens and roosters will stay in Ybor City, as council members decided not to change the ordinance protecting them.Ahead of the decision, a few dozen supporters came out to voice their opinion on why they should stay. One woman got up to explain why she wants something to be done about them.“If a neighbor was playing drums at 4 a.m., we’d have some sort of recourse, so it feels like there should be recourse for this issue,” said Stephanie Harrison, who lives in Ybor city. Some residents complain Ybor's wild chicken population is growing unnaturally largeYbor residents appeal to city council: Change the ordinance protecting roosters But, a steady line of supporters made sure the council was aware of why they should stay.“I’m 75 years old, there have been chickens in Ybor city since I was born,” one woman said.“The chickens are an economic boost,” another woman said.“Please let the chickens stay,” … [Read more...] about Ybor City roosters are here to stay thanks to council’s decision to leave ordinance alone
Prosecutor rips effort to scuttle Indiana AG investigation
INDIANAPOLIS — A prosecutor has ripped Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill's attempt to scuttle an investigation into groping allegations made against him, saying it contains "dubious" reasoning and "fatal" legal flaws. Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry said in court papers filed Thursday that Hill's argument that neither the state inspector general nor a special prosecutor can investigate him was "plainly wrong." Three women have accused Hill of groping them at a party in March. He denies the allegations. Indiana's inspector general is investigating, but Hill says that office lacks the authority. Instead, he called on Curry to investigate. Hill's office is representing Marion County in two pending civil cases, creating a conflict of interest. So Curry requested a special prosecutor, which Hill objects to. … [Read more...] about Prosecutor rips effort to scuttle Indiana AG investigation
Court employees testify at West Virginia impeachment inquiry
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Supreme Court's deputy security director testified Thursday he helped a justice now facing a federal criminal indictment move a couch and antique desk out of his home at the justice's request. Jess Gundy testified Thursday before the House Judiciary Committee, which is investigating whether to recommend impeachment proceedings for Justice Allen Loughry. Loughry was suspended last month over allegations he repeatedly lied about using his office for personal gain. He also is charged in a 23-count federal criminal indictment with lying to federal investigators, witness tampering, wire fraud and obstruction of justice. The federal charges carry a maximum penalty of 405 years and $5.75 million in fines if he is convicted. If the House committee recommends impeachment, the House of Delegates would then decide whether a trial would be held before the state Senate. Gundy testified Loughry asked him to move the couch and desk to a court warehouse last … [Read more...] about Court employees testify at West Virginia impeachment inquiry
Minnesota bans Florida veterans charity that officials say deceived donors, didn’t benefit veterans
Minnesota and five other states are permanently banning a Florida charity that promised donations would help disabled and wounded military veterans but instead, officials say, went toward the charity’s president and for-profit telemarketers. Attorney General Lori Swanson announced Thursday that she got a consent judgment banning Help the Vets, Inc., from soliciting in Minnesota along with action from the Federal Trade Commission and attorney generals from Florida, California, Maryland, Ohio and Oregon. It’s part of a nationwide crackdown on fraudulent charities claiming to help veterans called “Operation Donate With Honor.” It’s also the fifth action that Swanson’s office has taken against deceptive veterans charities over the last year. “Veterans serve our country with honor and distinction,” Swanson, who is one of three DFL candidates for governor in the Aug. 14 primary, said in a written statement. “Outfits that take advantage of … [Read more...] about Minnesota bans Florida veterans charity that officials say deceived donors, didn’t benefit veterans