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US Supreme Court blocks Trump rule limiting mail voting, sides with Dem states
Report shows drop in Kentuckians seeking unemployment aid
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The number of laid-off Kentucky workers seeking assistance continued to decline last week, when about 47,000 people applied for jobless benefits as the economy shifts into more activity.
Stacey Abrams endorses candidates in 7 US Senate contests
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Alongside discussions of her own national political ambitions, former Georgia gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams is wading into elections outside her home state, endorsing the campaigns of se…
Mississippi gov OKs business grants from virus relief fund
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday that he is signing a bill that creates a $300 million grant program for small businesses hurt by the
Kentucky governor urges mask wearing as economy reopens
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking to deflate resistance to wearing masks, Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday called it “basic public health guidance" to combat the coronavirus that shouldn't spark political divisions.
Judge blocks law that prevented absentee ballot collection
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — With the state’s primary elections less than two weeks away, a Montana judge temporarily blocked a voter-approved law that restricts the collection of absentee ballots, the ACLU of Montana said…
Trump: Kansas governor doing 'fantastic job' on coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has received the kind of praise from President Donald Trump that Republicans in her home state of Kansas would love to hear about themselves.
Tennessee State president 'thrilled' by Oprah Winfrey gift
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee State University President Glenda Glover was “thrilled” to receive a call from Oprah Winfrey asking what she could do to help Nashville residents suffering from the economic turmoi…
Most California counties get state OK for faster reopening
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — As California moves through its methodical four-step process for reopening, some counties are pushing the boundaries by bypassing the state’s orders or refusing to enforce rules against bu…
Ex-Congressman Rokita joins Indiana attorney general race
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Todd Rokita announced Wednesday that he will challenge state Attorney General Curtis Hill’s reelection bid, arguing Hill has been “wounded” by allegations that he
NC restaurants can serve indoors in 'modest' rules changes
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Gov. Roy Cooper is letting North Carolina restaurants, barber shops and salons welcome patrons inside starting this holiday weekend, announcing on Wednesday the loosened rules because he says s…
Alaska prepares for next stage of reopening amid coronavirus
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Starting Friday, businesses in Alaska that were shut down or restricted due to coronavirus concerns can fully reopen, a significant step that Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy says the state can h…
Cabinet Secretary Azar visits testing site in North Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A key booster of President Donald Trump's administration response to the new coronavirus and efforts to revive the national economy is visiting North Carolina.
Pacific hurricane forecast complicated by coronavirus
HONOLULU (AP) — The Central Pacific basin including Hawaii should expect to see between two and six tropical storms or hurricanes this year, federal forecasters said Wednesday.
Arizona governor not ready to further relax social distance
PHOENIX (AP) — Gov. Doug Ducey said Wednesday people in Arizona are acting responsibly since he loosened restrictions on businesses, but he’s not ready yet to open new sectors of the economy.
Walz sets June 1 date for outdoor dining, hair salons
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday that bars and restaurants may reopen June 1 for outdoor dining, with salons and barbershops also allowed to resume at 25 percent capacity.