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New York Democrats want Hochul to sign food safety and transparency reforms
New York State Legislature passed five food reform bills to clear up labels, eliminate chemicals, and provide more transparency in food products, which are now awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature or veto.
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Published July 10The Temple Terrace Police Department launches a new communication program
Temple Terrace police launch a new software platform that improves communication with its residents.
$110 million in state grants to improve local 9-1-1 systems
ALBANY — Oneida County will receive $2.1 million from two state grants to help improve public safety communications and dispatching, according to Governor Kathy Hochul.
'They'll be replenished 100%' | Braun says state will make up for lost funds during gas tax holiday
The gas sales and excise tax suspension has created a combined loss of $533 million for state and local government budgets to fix Indiana's roads.
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Published July 09Manatee County’s burn ban remains in effect amid ongoing drought conditions
The Manatee County burn ban continues as wildfire risks rise. Discover what activities are prohibited during this period.
Greenwood proposes new wheel and vehicle excise tax
GREENWOOD, Ind. - Car owners in Greenwood might have to cough up a little more cash as the city has been discussing a new wheel and vehicle excise tax. If your car is registered in Greenwood, you would have to pay $25 annually. If you own a bus, semi, or RV, you would have to…
Documents reveal child welfare special advisor’s duties
Gov. Mike Braun's special advisor on child welfare, Adam Krupp, has been conducting research and meetings with various organizations and experts since his appointment in April, while earning a $210,000 salary, which has been criticized by Senator Fady Qaddoura as not being a good…
Lost burial ground in southern Indiana surveyed to uncover historic graves
The survey work helps verify a burial ground of an early frontier town and the final resting place of a Revolutionary War veteran.
Jeffersonville City Councilman launches bid to replace Mayor Mike Moore
City Councilman, Bill Burns, is the second to launch a mayoral campaign to replace Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore.
Southern Indiana mayor concerned about new taskforce to negotiate local income taxes
New Albany mayor Jeff Gahan worries negotiations over how income taxes are distributed to critical local services may be based on flawed financial information.
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Published July 09Rouson drops Ken Welch endorsement, gives full support to Charlie Crist in St. Pete mayor’s race
Less than a month after making headlines for endorsing both leading candidates in St. Petersburg’s mayoral race, outgoing state Senator Darryl Rouson has changed course. Rouson announced Thursday that he is rescinding his endorsement of incumbent Mayor Ken Welch and is now…
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Published July 09The Scoop: Thurs. July 9, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
New water treatment will help Tampa target PFAS chemicals as the city works to improve the safety and quality of drinking water..