New York's overdue state budget has hit another speed bump as lawmakers continue debate over a sweeping proposal to incentivize new housing construction.The plan, which would likely tout tax breaks … [Read more...] about New York budget sees another delay over housing proposal negotiations
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Suspect in Bernie Sanders office fire has troubling legal past: prosecutors
The man accused of starting a fire outside U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders' Vermont office a week ago has had past brushes with the law involving guns and a history of traveling from place to place, … [Read more...] about Suspect in Bernie Sanders office fire has troubling legal past: prosecutors
Governor kills Maine proposal to end ‘three strikes’ law for petty theft
Maine's Democratic governor has vetoed a proposal to end the state's "three strikes" law for people convicted of petty thefts.The proposal, from Democratic Rep. David Sinclair, sought to set a … [Read more...] about Governor kills Maine proposal to end ‘three strikes’ law for petty theft
Committee discourages impeachment of Vermont sheriff accused of kicking suspect
A special legislative committee recommended against impeachment Tuesday of a Vermont sheriff charged with assault for kicking a shackled prisoner but said the sheriff is doing a disservice by … [Read more...] about Committee discourages impeachment of Vermont sheriff accused of kicking suspect
Maryland lawmakers focus on bridge collapse relief as legislative session closes
Maryland's Democrat-controlled Legislature pushed forward on key legislation Monday as the current session draws to a close.A top priority for lawmakers was a measure aimed at assisting port employees … [Read more...] about Maryland lawmakers focus on bridge collapse relief as legislative session closes
Fire reported outside Sen. Bernie Sanders’ Vermont office
A fire outside the office of Sen. Bernie Sanders in Vermont caused minor damage but no injuries, the Burlington Fire Department said Friday.VERMONT LEGISLATURE ADVANCING BILL TO REQUIRE FOSSIL FUEL … [Read more...] about Fire reported outside Sen. Bernie Sanders’ Vermont office
Maryland Democrat’s gubernatorial campaign fined $2,000
The campaign committee of a former candidate for Maryland governor has been fined $2,000 for sending campaign material without an identifying authority line, the state prosecutor said.The John King … [Read more...] about Maryland Democrat’s gubernatorial campaign fined $2,000
Maryland Dems worry planned tax hike carries dire consequence: Sen. Larry Hogan
Some Democrats worry that a push in the Legislature for hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of taxes and fees could push voters toward Republicans — possibly enough to score former Gov. Larry Hogan … [Read more...] about Maryland Dems worry planned tax hike carries dire consequence: Sen. Larry Hogan
Connecticut man pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault of Muslim state representative
A man who attacked a Muslim state representative outside a prayer service in Connecticut pleaded guilty Tuesday to attempted sexual assault and other crimes in a plea deal that calls for a five-year … [Read more...] about Connecticut man pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault of Muslim state representative
Businesses, environmental groups back bid to put massive hiking trail overhaul before Maine voters
Maine's beloved outdoor trail network could receive millions of dollars of improvements under a proposal conservationists have asked lawmakers to put before voters.The state has long been a … [Read more...] about Businesses, environmental groups back bid to put massive hiking trail overhaul before Maine voters