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Governor Sanders Designates Texarkana as Arkansas' Capital for a Day
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders names Texarkana Arkansas' "Capital for a Day" on July 15, 2026. The event highlights the city's unique history, culture, and role as a regional crossroads, bringing state officials to meet local leaders.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesTransportation TexarkanaArkansasSarah Huckabee SandersCapital for a DayGovernmentCityHistoryArkansas Governor
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Cheektowaga Man Sentenced to Prison for Laser Attack on Aircraft
A Cheektowaga man received an 18-month prison sentence for pointing a laser at a Delta Airlines flight. The incident, which occurred in March 2024, was investigated by multiple law enforcement agencies.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalTransportation Joseph L. CrapsiCheektowagaLaser PointerAircraftPrison SentenceBuffalo Niagara International AirportFBI
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California Launches $3,500 Instant EV Rebate for First-Time Buyers
Governor Newsom signs SB 168, creating a $3,500 instant rebate for first-time ZEV buyers in California. This $600 million investment aims to make clean cars affordable and advance the state's clean transportation goals.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyTransportationClimate Change CaliforniaZero-Emission VehiclesElectric VehiclesRebate ProgramGavin NewsomClean TransportationSB 168California Governors Office
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Michigan Secures $31.2 Million Investment, 126 New Jobs
Governor Whitmer announced $31.2 million in investments and 126 new jobs across Wayne and Charlevoix Counties. Ricardo, LLC expands advanced manufacturing, while LM Marine Services boosts yacht sales and services, strengthening Michigan's economy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationTransportation MichiganJob CreationEconomic DevelopmentManufacturingBoatingRicardoLM Marine ServicesOffice of Michigan Governor
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Iowa Man Charged with Illicit Sexual Conduct and Child Pornography Offenses
An Iowa man faces federal charges in Kansas City, Missouri, for traveling to engage in illicit sexual conduct and possessing child pornography. Lyle M. Moser, 51, was intercepted by law enforcement, who found CSAM on his devices.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEducation Lyle M. MoserChild Sexual Abuse MaterialChild ExploitationKansas City, MissouriFBIProject Safe ChildhoodCriminal Charges
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U.S. Census Bureau to Release Key Economic and Social Data This Week
The U.S. Census Bureau is releasing new data on income, program participation, and business trends this week. These reports offer crucial insights into the nation's economic health and household well-being.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborReal EstateSocial Issues U.S. Census BureauEconomic DataSocial DataSurvey of Income and Program ParticipationBusiness Trends and Outlook SurveyBusiness Formation Statistics
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Media Monitor: California Shifts School Control to Appointed Commissioner
L.A. Times Politics reports California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to replace the elected superintendent of public instruction with a governor-appointed education commissioner, a move aimed at streamlining school oversight.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesElection CaliforniaGavin NewsomSchool ReformEducation CommissionerBudget DealSonja ShawL.A. Times Politics
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Seeks Public Input for July Meeting
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities seeks public input for its July 20 meeting. Community members can provide live or written comments by July 16, with feedback also sought on the Strategic Plan.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesPublic CommentFull Commission MeetingWashington D.C.Arts and HumanitiesStrategic PlanCommunity EngagementDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Lindsey Graham's Death, McConnell's Health, and Senate Seat Implications
Newsweek is reporting on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, the health status of Sen. Mitch McConnell, and the political implications for Graham's South Carolina Senate seat, marking the end of a political era.
Politics and GovernmentWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyElection Lindsey GrahamMitch McConnellUS SenateSouth CarolinaUkraineNeoconservatismUS PoliticsNewsweek
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Library of Congress Reveals Most-Viewed Bills for Mid-July 2026
The Library of Congress released its most-viewed bills for the week of July 12, 2026, covering legislation on obesity, drug safety, housing, digital assets, national defense, and online safety.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and Internet LegislationUS CongressPublic PolicyObesityNational DefenseDigital AssetsOnline SafetyU.S. Library of Congress
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact scrutinizes Trump's housing claims, Florida AI data center debate
PolitiFact reports President Trump exaggerated claims about illegal immigration's impact on housing costs and fact-checked a Florida gubernatorial debate over AI data center tax breaks.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseEconomyArtificial IntelligenceState GovernmentsElection Donald TrumpImmigrationHousing CostsRental PricesFloridaAI Data CentersTax IncentivesPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Yale Highlights Innovations in Sun Protection, Environmental Justice, and Material Science
Yale University announces breakthroughs in sun protection with a new ingredient, a global environmental justice encyclopedia, and novel color-changing materials, alongside a community cooling mural project.
HealthScience & TechnologyWorldMedical ScienceEnvironmentEducationClimate ChangeSocial Issues Yale UniversitySunscreenEnvironmental JusticeThermochromismResearchCommunity ProjectNew HavenUniversity
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports on Iran Threats, McConnell's Health, and Graham's Foreign Policy Legacy
TIME magazine reports on Iran's threats against Donald Trump, Mitch McConnell's health update, and the foreign policy legacy of Lindsey Graham. It also covers World Cup news, Marco Rubio's role in Venezuela, and Rep. Ro Khanna's detention in the West Bank.
Politics and GovernmentWorldSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyMiddle EastMilitaryLaw Enforcement IranLindsey GrahamDonald TrumpWorld CupVenezuelaMitch McConnellRo KhannaTIME magazine
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Global Tensions Mount: Israel Elections, US-Iran Standoff, and Ukraine War Dominate News
A new FDD brief highlights escalating global tensions, including Israel's upcoming election, intensified US-Iran clashes in the Strait of Hormuz, and continued drone warfare in Ukraine, alongside other critical international developments.
Politics and GovernmentConflictScience & TechnologyWorldGeneral PoliticsMilitaryMiddle EastEuropeArtificial IntelligenceEconomy IsraelIranUkraineRussiaNational SecurityFoundation for Defense of Democracies
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Media Monitor: U.S.-Iran Strikes Escalate; Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies; Prisoner Mistreatment Allegations Surface
NPR is reporting on a third straight weekend of U.S.-Iran strikes, the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, and an investigation into widespread prisoner mistreatment in federal facilities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborMiddle EastLaw EnforcementEnvironment U.S.-Iran conflictLindsey GrahamU.S. SenatePrisoner mistreatmentPalestinian doctorFlexible workElectric vehicle batteriesNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Media Monitor: Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters; Sen. Lindsey Graham dies; Sen. Mitch McConnell updates health
Poynter reports the Trump administration subpoenaed New York Times reporters over an Air Force One story, Sen. Lindsey Graham died, and Sen. Mitch McConnell provided a health update.
Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseRepublican PartyCongressLegalMedical Science Donald TrumpNew York TimesLindsey GrahamMitch McConnellPress FreedomSubpoenasUS SenatePoynter.org
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on Senate's return after Graham's death, U.S. strikes on Iran, and Trump's election efforts
USA TODAY reports on the Senate reconvening after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death, new U.S. strikes on Iran, and President Trump's moves to control elections, alongside other national and international news.
Politics and GovernmentConflictSportEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsMilitaryLaw EnforcementClimate ChangeFilm and TVMusic Lindsey GrahamSenateIranDonald TrumpWimbledonWNBAUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Graham's Death, Iran Strikes, Maine Politics, and World Cup Expansion
Newsweek reports on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, U.S. airstrikes in Iran, Maine's Democratic Senate race, a controversial state ranking, and potential FIFA World Cup expansion, alongside other brief global updates.
Politics and GovernmentWorldSportHealthGeneral PoliticsMiddle EastMilitaryElectionMedical ScienceFilm and TV Lindsey GrahamIranStrait of HormuzU.S. AirstrikesMaine PoliticsWorld CupEbolaNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Hardware Theft, AI Futures Project Releases New Scenarios
The Rundown AI is reporting Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging confidential hardware theft by former employees. It also covers a new report on AI future scenarios.
Science & TechnologyBusinessLaw EnforcementArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetLegal AppleOpenAILawsuitHardwareAI Futures ProjectAI 2040The Rundown AI
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Reports on Senator Graham's Death, Economic Trends
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is reporting on the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, student loan forgiveness costs, and welfare trends in the U.K., alongside political shifts in New York City.
Politics and GovernmentWorldEntertainmentConflictGeneral PoliticsEconomyMiddle EastEducationSocial Issues Lindsey GrahamStudent Loan ForgivenessWelfare ProgramsUnited KingdomNew York CityU.S. AlliancesPolitical TrendsWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Dartmouth College Advances Initiatives in AI, Medical Training, and Data Research
Dartmouth College announces new initiatives, including an AI requirement for Tuck MBA projects, a Geisel School of Medicine program for underserved communities, and a podcast feature for Professor Roopika Risam's book on data.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaMedical ScienceEducationArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print Publishing Dartmouth CollegeTuck School of BusinessGeisel School of MedicineMedical EducationUnderserved CommunitiesRoopika Risam
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Media Monitor: ABC News Reports Sam Neill's Death, Iran-US Tensions, and Australian Domestic Issues
ABC News is reporting on the death of actor Sam Neill, escalating tensions between Iran and the U.S., and domestic issues including antisemitism allegations, housing affordability, and a helicopter crash inquest.
Politics and GovernmentWorldLaw EnforcementEntertainmentMiddle EastFederal GovernmentCongressEducationReal EstateSocial Issues Sam NeillIranStrait of HormuzAntisemitismAffordable HousingLindsey GrahamABC News PM
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Ethnic Studies Courses Linked to Higher Academic Performance in San Francisco High Schools
A study of over 24,000 San Francisco high schoolers found that ethnic studies courses led to higher academic performance, fewer course failures, and improved college readiness, with significant gains in science and math.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldEducationMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborReal EstateSocial IssuesEnergy Ethnic StudiesAcademic PerformanceSan FranciscoSade BonillaHigh SchoolEducation PolicySocial Sciences
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Wharton Student Awarded Medal of Honor Amidst Penn's Breakthroughs in Cancer Treatment and AI Innovation
A Wharton MBA student receives the Medal of Honor. Penn researchers achieve cancer treatment breakthroughs with CAR T cell therapy and fungi, while advancing AI in medical imaging and public policy leadership.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentMediaMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesMiddle East Nicholas DockeryMedal of HonorCAR T cell therapyCancer ResearchUniversity of PennsylvaniaPublic Policy
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NOAA Reports Minor Space Weather Activity, Forecasts Calm Week Ahead
NOAA reported minor radio blackouts and a G1 geomagnetic storm from July 6-12 due to solar flares and a CME. The Space Weather Prediction Center forecasts no space weather storms for the upcoming week, July 13-19.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and SpaceFederal Government NOAASpace WeatherRadio BlackoutsGeomagnetic StormSolar FlaresCoronal Mass EjectionWeather Forecast
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New Jersey Governor Sherrill to Sign Energy Bill, Lt. Governor Caldwell to Speak at Event
Governor Sherrill will sign an energy bill in Trenton, while Lieutenant Governor Caldwell addresses a leadership event at Kean University in Union. Both New Jersey leaders have public engagements scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEnergyEducation Governor SherrillDr. Dale CaldwellNew JerseyEnergy BillKean UniversityPublic ScheduleGovernmentOffice of New Jersey Governor
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House to Consider 15 Bills, Including Homeland Security and Election Reforms
The House will convene Monday to vote on 15 bills, including measures to designate post offices, enhance homeland security, improve travel for military and families, combat fentanyl trafficking, and reform campaign finance and election administration.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsLegalTransportationMilitary U.S. House of RepresentativesLegislationHomeland Security CommitteeCampaign FinancePostal ServiceFentanylCongressional Schedule
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House to Consider Postal Designations, Homeland Security, and Campaign Finance Bills
The House of Representatives will convene to consider a range of legislation, including bills to designate postal facilities, enhance homeland security, and reform campaign finance. Votes are anticipated around 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressElectionTransportation House of RepresentativesLegislationHomeland SecurityPostal ServiceCampaign FinanceFairfax, VirginiaGeorgetown, Ohio
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on looming labor shortage
The Washington Post is reporting that experts foresee a significant labor shortage. It attributes this to demographic shifts and a mismatch between new graduates' skills and employers' needs, impacting the job market.
BusinessEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues Labor shortagePopulation shiftsSkills mismatchGraduatesEmployersWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: McConnell Provides Health Update
The Washington Post reports Sen. Mitch McConnell shared details on his health, revealing he was hospitalized for a fall and pneumonia, and is not yet ready to return to the Senate.
Politics and GovernmentHealthRepublican PartyCongressGeneral PoliticsMedical Science Mitch McConnellSenateKentuckyPneumoniaFallPoliticsThe Washington Post