Starting April 22nd, a section of West Main Street in Kalamazoo will undergo lane closures for three weeks. From Arlington Street to Pinehurst Boulevard, five intersections will be undergoing construction, reducing the road to two lanes, one in each direction.
As the nation prepares for another presidential election, threats to election workers persist, presenting a significant challenge for the infrastructure of American democracy. These threats have contributed to an exodus of election officials, highlighting the need for intervention and support. The Committee for Safe and Secure Elections has been training election workers on how to respond to threats and collaborate with law enforcement. The training includes various scenarios, such as threatening calls and emails, to equip workers with strategies for de-escalation and communication. Law enforcement agencies are also stepping up their involvement to provide security and ensure smooth election processes.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, election officials across the country are facing increasing threats and harassment. These threats range from threatening phone calls and emails to physical attacks and even threats to their families. In response, a national effort is underway to train election workers on how to respond to these threats and work with law enforcement to counter them. The constant threats and harassment have contributed to an exodus of election officials across the country.
Local election workers across the country are facing an alarming increase in threats and harassment, driven by former President Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election. As the nation barrels toward another highly charged presidential election, these threats loom as a perilous wildcard for the thousands of local government workers who will oversee the indispensable infrastructure of the nation’s democracy.
David Pecker, former CEO of American Media Inc., has taken the stand as the prosecution’s first witness in the trial against former President Trump. Prosecutors allege Pecker’s involvement in suppressing negative stories about Trump during the 2016 election, including the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels. Pecker’s testimony is crucial as it sheds light on the alleged ‘catch and kill’ schemes that sought to influence the outcome of the election.
Columbia University has been engulfed in chaos as anti-Israel protests have taken over the campus, forcing the school to move classes online and arrest over 100 agitators. The protesters have erected an encampment on campus and have been shouting anti-Jewish slogans and chants. The school’s president has condemned the actions of the protesters and has urged them to leave. The White House has also condemned the antisemitism on campus, calling it “completely unacceptable.”
Google unveils a new blog series and ebook to empower users to write effective prompts for AI chatbots. The guide covers crucial aspects of prompt writing, including persona, task, context, and format. By following the formula and providing detailed prompts, users can unlock the full potential of generative AI models.
As the US Treasury prepares to auction 2-year Treasury notes, concerns arise over potential yields of 5%. Market sentiment has been lukewarm towards recent auctions due to large issuance sizes. Inflationary pressures remain a concern, but experts believe it is largely US-specific rather than global, driven by fiscal deficits, high mortgages, and business excellence. Rent inflation, particularly the calculation method for owners’ equivalent rent, is a significant contributor. However, recent data suggests a flattening in rents, which could lead to divergence in the PCE inflation measure and potentially trigger a market shift towards rate cuts, weakening the US dollar and boosting risk assets.
Brightline West, a high-speed rail system connecting Las Vegas and Southern California, will commence construction with a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday morning. The project, which spans 218 miles, is expected to be completed by 2028 and will feature stations in Las Vegas, Victor Valley, Hesperia, and Rancho Cucamonga. With a recent $3 billion allocation from the federal government, the remainder of the project’s cost will be privately funded. The high-speed rail line is set to provide convenient transportation for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
An 87-year-old Edgewater resident was tragically struck and killed by an SUV on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred on the first block of Dempsey Avenue at 12:05 p.m. Despite receiving medical attention at the scene and being transported to a nearby hospital, the victim succumbed to her injuries. The identity of the deceased woman has not been disclosed as her family has yet to be notified.
