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This article has been updated since it first appeared online. The people have spoken. More than 5,000 Richmond residents and those who work or play in the city weighed in over several weeks on how the city should spend $3 million slated for infrastructure …

Graybar Names Larry Smith District Vice President In Pittsburgh

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) ST. LOUIS, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Graybar, a leading distributor of electrical, industrial, automation and connectivity products and provider of related supply chain management and logistics services, has named Larry …

TI, Micron fabs highlight the high cost of politics Business news | June 19, 2025 Texas Instruments (TI) has re-...

Texas Instruments (TI) has re-announced its plans to invest in seven semiconductor fabs in the US at an increased cost of $60bn. Like the recent announcement by Micron Technology for US memory fabs, the TI announcement covers existing investments in fabs. …

State senator, Indian immigrant, pulls upset in Virginia Democratic lieutenant governor's race

Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe and Sean Hannity talk about the abortion issue and more at the Democratic National Convention on 'Hannity.'  NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi, D-Chester, has won the …

Ghazala Hashmi, the first Muslim to serve in Virginia's Senate, wins Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor

Francis Scott Key’s Descendant Graduates from Naval War College and Gets Honored by President Trump in the Same Week

Maj. Kyle Key of the Arizona Army National Guard graduated with distinction from the U.S. Naval War College on June 13, capping off a milestone week that also saw him honored by President Donald Trump at the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday Celebration. Key …

Sentara, Virginia Wesleyan to establish new Health Sciences College

Sentara, Virginia Wesleyan to establish new Health Sciences College Published 8:00 am Thursday, June 19, 2025 Sentara Health and Virginia Wesleyan University have signed a Letter of Intent to create the Sentara College of Health Sciences of Virginia …

State Senator Ghazala Hashmi wins Democratic Primary in Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor race

State Senator Ghazala Hashmi has secured the Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. Democrats nominated their pick for lieutenant governor from a field of six candidates. She will go on to face Republican nominee John Reid in November. …

White House Condemns Ex-CNN Reporter For Joke About Trump's Late Ex-Wife

The White House condemned former CNN reporter Jim Acosta after he made a joke about President Donald Trump's late ex-wive Ivana Trump during an appearance on Jennifer Rubin's The Contrarian podcast. Acosta was discussing the 'No Kings' …

Democrats’ confrontational tactics draw attention and raise political stakes

Democrats are getting arrested, detained, and censured all in the name of protesting President Donald Trump's policies, but the theatrics run the risk of backfiring. From a local mayor to a sitting senator, Democrats have used more confrontational …

Politics: 2025Talks - June 19, 2025

Politics and views in the United States. Lawmakers on both sides urge President Trump not to enter the Israel-Iran war. Supreme Court deals the transgender community a major blow by upholding a Tennessee state law. Welcome to 2025 Talks, where we're …

US intelligence told senators Iran not building nuclear weapon despite Trump claim, top Democrat says – as it happened

Despite Trump's claim, US intelligence briefed senators on Monday that Iran is not building a nuclear weapon, Warner saysDespite Donald Trump’s recent claim that Iran was “very close” to making a nuclear weapon when Israel launched its bombing campaign …

The political tug-of-war at the center of Trump's Iran decision: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. In today’s edition, Andrea Mitchell breaks …

Primary results set up key House matchups in Virginia

(The Center Square) – Virginia voters selected party nominees Tuesday in a dozen contested House of Delegates districts, setting the stage for high-stakes legislative races this November. Democrats currently hold a narrow 51–49 majority in the House. Most …

Celebrating Community College Week: The unsung heroes of Southwest Virginia

June is not too early to take the first step toward a brighter future, and it’s always the right time to recognize the vital role Southwest Virginia’s community colleges play in empowering individuals and uplifting our region. These institutions are more …

Senate hearing on who was 'really running' Biden White House kicks off Wednesday

Fox News correspondent David Spunt reports on the investigation into the alleged cover-up of former President Joe Biden’s apparent decline on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Senate Republicans are gearing up for the first full …

Democratic primary sets stage for statewide matchups in Virginia

(The Center Square) – Former Del. Jay Jones secured the Democratic nomination for Virginia attorney general Tuesday, while State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi declared victory in the lieutenant governor primary as ballots continued to be counted. The attorney …

The promise unkept: How Congress failed America’s disabled students

WAKEFIELD — It was 10 a.m. on a Wednesday, and Dante Fowler was seated in his family’s living room for “circle time,” the official start to his school day. A children’s song chirruped from a nearby speaker: “Good morning! (Good morning!) How are you? (Just …

Senate Republicans hold hearing on Biden

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. WASHINGTON -- Nearly six months after Joe Biden left the White House, Senate Republicans kicked off Wednesday the first in what's expected to be a series of …

Nancy Richmond to Lead New Family Law Practice at A.Y. Strauss

LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A.Y. Strauss, a leading law firm known for its commercial real estate, litigation, construction, immigration, cannabis, labor and employment, and corporate bankruptcy practices, …

Stand Up for Science Launches: PRESS CONNECT

The Stand Up for Science Press Connect system is a safe and secure way to connect scientists with press. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science, the non-profit organization that led the nationwide …

JUSTAS: The Journey of Survivors – A New Video Podcast by Equality Now and the Thelma Fardin Foundation

Centered on experiences of sexual violence survivors in Latin America and the Caribbean, the series explores systemic barriers they face when seeking justice. BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Latin America and the …

Lanzamos JUSTAS, el camino de las sobrevivientes: el videopodcast de Equality Now y la Fundación Thelma Fardin

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- En América Latina y el Caribe, las sobrevivientes de violencia sexual enfrentan múltiples desafíos para acceder a la justicia. Quienes deciden denunciar enfrentan procesos largos, …

New York State Police Investigators Association Elects New President

Senior Investigator Kurt Labuda will take over as President ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Police Investigators Association (NYSPIA) announced today the election of a new President. Senior …

USMC Col. (Ret.) Riccoh Player, Emmy Winner, Joins WARRIOR Legacy Network as Chief Communications Officer

Riccoh Player USMC Col. (Ret.), Emmy winner & former USMC Chief of Public Affairs, joins WARRIOR Legacy Network as Chief Communications Officer. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WARRIOR Enterprises LLC is proud …

NY Assembly Blocks Stillbirth Leave Protections for Third Year

Families and maternal health leaders condemn the Assembly’s continued inaction on stillbirth leave ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the third consecutive legislative session, proposed legislation aimed at …

Sens. Tillis, Hassan Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act to Strengthen Medicaid Nursing

Legislation was developed with input from Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) and the National Alliance for Care at Home (Alliance). WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Senator …

Children Praying for Children: UNWLA Hosts 51 Prayer Events Nationwide Urging Return of Abducted Ukrainian Children

Launched in 2024, UNWLA's annual campaign, Children Praying for Children, raises awareness and support for 19,546 Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ukrainian …

National Black Church Initiative Agrees with the US Supreme Court Ruling in the Youth Transgender Case

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino churches that comprise 27.7 million churchgoers, believes that the Supreme Court …

European Electronics Distributors Pivot to Hong Kong as Trade Wars Reshape Global Supply Chains

HK Refurbished Stock Reports 300% Surge in European Inquiries as Businesses Seek Tariff-Free Smartphone Sourcing Alternatives UNITED KINGDOM, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global trade tensions continue to disrupt traditional …

JOINT STATEMENT FROM NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION AND NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

A United Call to Preserve and Strengthen DEI Commitments in Education and Beyond WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Bar Association (NBA) and the National Medical Association (NMA)—the nation’s oldest …

Commemorating the NATO PA’s 70th anniversary in Brussels, Allied parliamentary leaders urge ambitious agenda for NATO ...

20 June 2025 Leaders from 21 Allied Parliaments and Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, including 15 Speakers of Parliament, gathered in the Belgian Chamber of Deputies, to celebrate the achievements of seven decades of Allied parliamentary diplomacy, which began …

Valerie Roehrs to Officially Launch Campaign for Denton County Commissioner, Precinct 4

DENTON COUNTY, TX, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valerie Roehrs, a second-generation Texan, lifelong rancher, and successful small business owner, will officially launch her campaign for Denton County Commissioner, Precinct 4 …

South Coast Chorale to Present Special 35th Anniversary Concert on June 28

‘35’ is a Pride month tribute to the power of music to connect us all LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, June 28 at the University Theater located on the CSULB campus in Long Beach, the South Coast …

AMMWEC Announces Changemakers Award Recipient for July 21st Conference in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that Mr. Adam Reingold and The House of Ruach Foundation, will be honored as a …

TOOTRiS Bolsters Government Solutions with Addition of Public Policy Strategist Kelly Davydov

Veteran systems-builder to expand state and CCR&R collaboration on Child Care modernization SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With nearly two decades of experience building early childhood systems and driving …

Agentes Aduanales de CAAAREM respaldan con plan integral operativos de Secretaría de Economía para combatir contrabando

Proponen la creación del Observatorio del Fraude Comercial para combatir el contrabando conjuntamente con los sectores productivos más afectados CIUDAD DE MEXICO, CDMX, MEXICO, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - Proponen la creación del Observatorio …

Michelman Names Recipients of $750,000 Donation Pledge

75th Anniversary Contribution Supports Global Organizations Advancing STEM, Environmental Stewardship, and Social Impact CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michelman is fulfilling its 75th anniversary pledge …

TOOTRiS Names Jillian Ritter as Director of Early Childhood Systems

Trusted early education expert to strengthen Child Care systems through innovation and public-sector partnerships SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With more than 25 years of experience in early childhood …