The first rule of politics, they say, is to show up. I spent last weekend obeying that rule.
(The Center Square) – U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney both said late Tuesday the 50% U.S. tariff on Canadian goods will be delayed, but Trump said a deal is done while Carney said talks continue.
• “Virginia ranks among worst states for women’s equality.” — WAVY • “Virginia childhood vaccines schedule unchanged after new Trump EO.” — VPM News • “Trump’s shipbuilding plan can’t come at expense of Hampton Roads, Virginia lawmakers say.” — The Virginian-Pilot • “Court documents reveal Instagram messages from alleged VSU shooter: ‘It was us.'” — […]
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Greetings, and happy Friday!
Montana tourism continues to thrive this summer. In July visitor spending in Whitefish alone reached a record $15.65 million. In the hope of sparing some other unsuspecting visitor my pain, I share my last tourist experience there.
• “Virginia Gov. Spanberger on intervening in NextEra-Dominion merger: The deal should benefit the people of VA.” — CNBC • “Congressional analysts predict Newport News Shipbuilding doesn’t have room to build Trump’s new battleships.” — WHRO • “Virginia tourism hits $36.2 billion as Roanoke among standout performers.” — The Roanoke Star • “Vulgar clothing in […]
Amid lawsuits, allegations of domestic violence, and calls to step aside from both of Ohio’s Republican U.S. Senators, Ohio Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller is still running for reelection in November and his constituents say they are looking for consequences and accountability. Heather Tuck-Macalla lives with her family in Bay Village, a town just west […]
Every morning in the Ohio Capital Journal’s free newsletter, The Eye-Opener, we round up the news and commentary from across Ohio and around the country and world that is catching our attention. We call this feature Catching Our Eye, republished here. Please subscribe to our free daily newsletter to get all the Ohio news you need to know […]
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, said on Aug. 7, 2026, she will oppose the nomination of Todd Blanche as U.S. attorney general. In this photo, she shakes hands with members of the Alaska Legislature on Feb. 15, 2024, following her annual address in the state Capitol. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)
