Political
Need information regarding current political news? Here we'll keep you updated on the latest political news, locally and nationally.
Soap Lake looking to seat salary commission
SOAP LAKE — The City of Soap Lake is seeking residents to serve on its newly reactivated Salary Commission, a citi…
Column: Trump and golf were never a comfortable fit
Donald Trump was never a comfortable fit for golf.
Ohio gov. activates National Guard ahead of potential riots
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine activated 580 National Guard members Tuesday in preparation for what the FBI identified as massive armed protests planned in Columbus and every state capital in the count…
Kansas woman put to death for killing expectant mother in Missouri; first execution of female federal inmate in 67 years
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) — Kansas woman put to death for killing expectant mother in Missouri; first execution of female federal inmate in 67 years.
Maricopa County detention officer accused of molesting child
PHOENIX (AP) — A Maricopa County Sheriff’s detention officer has been accused of molesting a child over a four-year span, authorities said Tuesday.
New Mexico agency settles with oil company in well case
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An oil company operating in northwestern New Mexico has agreed to pay a $25,000 civil penalty as part of a settlement.
High court weighs compensation for business restrictions
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The New Mexico Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments as it weighs whether the state must compensate businesses for losses due to temporary closures and other pandemic-related restr…
Arizona redistricting commission to hold its first meeting
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona's latest redistricting commission will meet Thursday for the first time to be sworn in and interview five independents nominated to serve as the panel's chair and potential tie-breaking vote .
Supreme Court clears way for woman's execution
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Justice Department to carry out the first execution of a female death-row inmate in almost seven decades.
House ready to ask VP to help oust Trump; impeachment next
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House rushed ahead Tuesday toward impeaching President Donald Trump for the deadly Capitol attack, taking time only to try to persuade his vice president to push him out first. Trump show…
Woman convicted of killing 3 children in fire free on parole
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A Southern California woman who spent 29 years behind bars after being convicted of killing her three children by setting their home on fire was released from state prison on parole Tuesday.
State of State: Evers targets broadband, fixing unemployment
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers, in his State of the State speech Tuesday delivered virtually for the first time in state history, called on the Legislature to update Wisconsin's antiquated unemployment paymen…
The Latest: Group of House Republicans wants Trump censured
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the fallout from the attack of the U.S. Capitol by a mob of pro-Trump loyalists (all times local):
Rural Nevada GOP official's letter draws calls for FBI probe
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada’s two U.S. senators have joined calls for an investigation of comments by the Republican Party chairman in rural Nye County that they warn could incite violence and insurrection against elec…
Evers targets broadband, fixing unemployment system
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers, in his State of the State speech Tuesday delivered virtually for the first time in state history, called on the Legislature to update Wisconsin's antiquated unemployment paymen…
Pence rules out using 25th Amendment to remove Trump, urges Congress to focus on Biden transition and avoid impeachment
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pence rules out using 25th Amendment to remove Trump, urges Congress to focus on Biden transition and avoid impeachment.