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Eric Swalwell accused of paying nanny with campaign funds while she lacked work authorization

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Swalwell misconduct, assault allegations shake California governor’s race Congressman Eric Swalwell faces severe sexual misconduct accusations, including rape, casting a shadow over his California gubernatorial bid. Top Democrats, including Nancy Pelosi, urge Swalwell to exit the race amid mounting pressure. Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy details Swalwell’s past ties to a Chinese spy. NEWYou can now … Read more

Trump says he’ll order DHS to start paying TSA officers as shutdown drags on

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President Trump said Thursday he will sign an executive order to restart pay for Transportation Security Administration officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck — leading to thousands of absences and long lines at major U.S. airports. Mr. Trump did not say what legal authority he intends to use. TSA … Read more

Bronx early childhood center remains empty for 3 years despite city paying rent

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A newly built early childhood center in the Highbridge neighborhood of the Bronx has been ready to open its doors since 2023, but the facility remains unused despite New York City paying thousands of dollars in rent each month. It’s not the only center to sit empty. CBS News’ Jared Ochacher has more. Source link

DHS keeps paying Coast Guard personnel despite partial government shutdown

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The Department of Homeland Security is using discretionary funding to continue paying active-duty U.S. Coast Guard personnel during the department’s ongoing shutdown, even as civilian employees remain unpaid, according to several U.S. officials and a department spokesperson. “Military members received their latest paycheck last week. USCG civilian workforce is not receiving paychecks,” the spokesperson said … Read more

Sharks are taking a bigger bite of fishermen’s catch in Hawaii: “Paying the tax man”

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In recent years, local small-boat fishers who pursue prized bottomfish such as ehu, onaga and the red opakapaka that’s popular on table spreads across Hawaii each New Year’s have seen a troubling spike in sharks that swoop in and tear their catch off the hook. “They’re basically losing money because they can’t bring in the … Read more

Gas prices surge as oil tops $100 a barrel. Here’s how much Americans are paying.

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Gasoline prices in the U.S. continued climbing on Monday after the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran pushed oil prices above $100 per barrel, the highest since 2022. The average national cost of gas is now $3.48 per gallon, up 48 cents since last week and 58 cents from a month ago, according to data from AAA. That remains … Read more

Gas prices are up 26 cents since last week. Here’s how much Americans around the U.S. are paying.

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The Iran war continues to push up prices at the pump, with U.S. consumers now paying about 26 cents more per gallon to fuel their cars than a week ago, according to new data from GasBuddy. As of Thursday morning, the average gasoline price was $3.246 per gallon, the highest level since April 2025. The … Read more

Can you avoid paying capital gains tax on gold?

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If you’re thinking about selling your gold holdings, knowing how to reduce the tax implications is essential. Kirill Stytsenko/Getty Images Gold’s impressive price surge over the past year, and over the last few months, in particular, has created a new class of investors who suddenly find themselves sitting on significant gains. With prices climbing from … Read more

Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.

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Star Quinn moved to Kingsport, Tennessee, in 2023, the same year the state began covering dental costs for about 600,000 low-income adults enrolled in Medicaid. But when Quinn chipped a tooth and it became infected, she could not find a dentist near her home who would accept her government health coverage and was taking new … Read more