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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona's special congressional primaries

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona's special congressional primaries

WASHINGTON (AP) — Eight candidates will go before southern Arizona voters at the ballot box Tuesday in special congressional primaries to replace longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who died in March from complications from cancer treatment.
Nova Scotia premier warned to be cautious before granting mayors more power

Nova Scotia premier warned to be cautious before granting mayors more power

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government should be cautious as it considers giving mayors more power — authority that could create a “mini American presidency" in communities across the province — says a political scientist.
1 of 4 men accused in alleged Quebec extremist plot granted bail, 3 remain detained

1 of 4 men accused in alleged Quebec extremist plot granted bail, 3 remain detained

MONTREAL — One of four men accused in an alleged anti-government plot to forcibly take possession of land in the Quebec City region was granted bail on Monday.

Book Review: 'The Mission' reveals troubling political meddling in CIA after 9/11

The meeting place of facts, ego, ignorance and politics typically is a messy arena as Tim Weiner illustrates over and over in this powerful account of the Central Intelligence Agency actions since the 9/11 attacks.
Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaul

Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaul

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has asked an inspector general to review the cost of the central bank's building renovations that White House officials have attacked as “ostentatious.
Milwaukee man pleads guilty to carrying concealed pistol near Republican National Convention

Milwaukee man pleads guilty to carrying concealed pistol near Republican National Convention

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Milwaukee man has pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed pistol outside the Republican National Convention's security perimeter last year.
Ottawa is asking Canadians what they want to see in the fall budget

Ottawa is asking Canadians what they want to see in the fall budget

OTTAWA — Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne is looking for feedback from Canadians on national security and defence spending and fortifying the Canadian economy amid an ongoing trade war as he prepares to deliver a federal budget in the fal
Nursing homes struggle with Trump's immigration crackdown

Nursing homes struggle with Trump's immigration crackdown

NEW YORK (AP) — Nursing homes already struggling to recruit staff are now grappling with President Donald Trump’s attack on one of their few reliable sources of workers: immigration.
How to read Environment Canada's air quality index and find out if you're at risk

How to read Environment Canada's air quality index and find out if you're at risk

Wildfire season is upon us once again, and smoke is reducing air quality through swaths of the country. Environment Canada suggests people check the Air Quality Health Index daily to determine how much time to spend outside.
Manitoba cabinet minister apologizes again for sign-language interpreter comments

Manitoba cabinet minister apologizes again for sign-language interpreter comments

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is promising new financial penalties to enforce rules aimed at removing barriers for people with disabilities.