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Esch adopts vacancy tax, but approval and final terms remain pending
Esch-sur-Alzette adopted a tax regulation for vacant homes and unused plots, but the measure was not yet in force as…
Third arrest reported in fatal Evansville shooting of teen
WFIE and WNIN reported a third arrest in the investigation of James Brown Jr.’s fatal shooting. WFIE said the 16-year-old…
Phil Campbell beats Falkville 42-16 for sixth straight win
Phil Campbell led 28-0 at halftime, beat Falkville 42-16 and extended its winning streak to six games.
Omaha stadium deal sets two funding caps totaling $117 million
The City Council approved up to $106.5 million in stadium financing and up to $10.5 million for public-improvement reimbursements.
Lexington medical-debt round adds $8.16 million for 4,189 residents
Undue Medical Debt says its fourth Lexington-Fayette round covers 4,189 Fayette County residents. The reported cumulative dollar total is $31.3…
Akron blocks direct out-of-state Flock searches; Ohio route may remain
Akron has ended direct nationwide searches of its Flock network by out-of-state agencies. Ohio agencies retain access, including at least…
New Mexico flood declaration authorizes aid, not full repayment
Federal response assistance is available in four counties and five tribal communities. New Mexico has made $8.25 million available for…
DOJ: FDA Could Expand Supply-Chain Disclosure Under Statutory Conditions
A Justice Department opinion says FDA could adopt a rule permitting food supply-chain disclosures under either of two statutory grounds…
Six finalists advance in Mesa fire-chief search
Six finalists will interview for Mesa’s fire-chief post. No appointment has been announced, and the city manager appoints the chief.
NPS entrance-fee waiver applies Oct. 27, with limits
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at fee-charging sites for eligible visitors on Oct. 27, but some charges…
Amtrak restores service after First Street Tunnel work
Amtrak said train operations resumed Oct. 26 after a nine-day project at the First Street Tunnel’s A-Interlocking. The work replaced…
FEMA denies individual aid to Texas flood survivors under current decision
FEMA’s current determination excludes Individual Assistance for people affected by July 2026 Texas floods. The reported appeal deadline is Wednesday,…
Montgomery Veterans Day event moves to VA clinic Nov. 14
Montgomery’s 2026 Veterans Day celebration moves from downtown to the Central Alabama Montgomery VA Clinic on Nov. 14. Parade entries…
Conroe density cap approval reported; effective date unclear
OpenTexas and a Lake Conroe Area News report say the council approved a six-unit-per-gross-acre limit for unit developments. The agenda…
Judge rules Maurene Comey’s removal violated federal law
A judge ordered retroactive reinstatement and back pay for Maurene Comey, but did not return her to an active federal…
Court orders back pay after ruling Comey’s firing unlawful
A judge ordered retroactive pay and benefit relief for Maurene Comey from her July 2025 removal through Dec. 20, 2025,…