By MARY CLARE JALONICK, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans are considering changing Senate rules to speed up confirmation of President Donald Trump’s executive branch nominees. The move forces a possible clash with Democrats in the coming days as … Continued
By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS and MATT SEDENSKY, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Businesses around the country are reevaluating security after a brazen shooting at a New York City office building raised questions about what it takes to keep workplaces safe. … Continued
By STEPHEN GROVES, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, on Wednesday evening as Republicans looked past his connections to right-wing extremists and support for conspiracy theories … Continued
By DAVID BAUDER, Associated Press A federal judge on Wednesday essentially accused the Trump administration of ignoring his orders to restore Voice of America’s operations and explain clearly what it is doing with the government-run operation that provides news to … Continued
“Despite regulations aimed at reducing outbreaks, a critical blind spot persists: many buildings with positive Legionella tests or related cases remain unreported, leaving residents, workers, and visitors unknowingly exposed to this silent threat.” Office towers in Manhattan (Adi Talwar/City Limits) … Continued
By ROB GILLIES, Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday, the latest in a series of symbolic announcements that are part of a broader global shift against … Continued