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Madigans top lawyer takes the stand to talk energy legislation, conflicts

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

After a long break for the holidays, the jury in the corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan got back to business Monday as the defense... Read More.

Louisiana Bureau of Investigation to examine New Orleans security measures

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

New Orleans' security measures for New Year's Eve and the Sugar Bowl will be examined by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said on... Read More.

Hassan touts Bidens approval of veterans bill

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

New Hampshire Sen. Maggie Hassan is touting outgoing President Joe Biden's signature on a bipartisan bill that seeks to improve health care access for military veterans and ease... Read More.

U.S. Steel alleges union corruption over blocked overseas sale

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

U.S. Steel said Monday that union corruption toppled the company’s overseas buyout and pressured regulators to ignore the law in the organization’s favor. ... Read More.

Trump seeks delay in hush money sentencing

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday sought to delay sentencing in his New York hush money case as he continues to appeal the guilty verdict. ... Read More.

Warren touts $1.5 trillion Buy Green Act, drawing skepticism

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

While U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., has touted her recently reintroduced “Buy Green Act” as a way to boost the economy and reduce carbon pollution over the next... Read More.

Everyday Economics: Signs of slowing economic activity as jobs report looms

Monday, January 6 by The Center Square

The upcoming week is filled with crucial economic data releases that will provide insight into the state of the U.S. economy as it transitions into 2025. A mix... Read More.

New Orleans attacker made scouting trips, international trips

Sunday, January 5 by The Center Square

Shamsud Din Jabbar made two scouting trips to New Orleans prior to his New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street, the FBI says. ... Read More.

Biden admin spent millions on DEI grants for K-12 schools

Saturday, January 4 by The Center Square

A new report details millions of taxpayer dollars spent on funding diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at K-12 schools around the country. Critics say such spending diverts funding... Read More.

House adopts contentious rules that make ousting speaker more difficult

Friday, January 3 by The Center Square

After a brief and intense debate, lawmakers passed the Republican-proposed House rules package, 215-209, for the incoming 119th Congress Friday evening. ... Read More.