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Idaho considers a ban on using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care

Idaho considers a ban on using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho lawmakers are expected to vote this week on a bill that would ban the use of any public funds for gender-affirming care, including for state employees using work health insurance and for adults covered by Medicaid.
Manitoba premier says trucks and trains can replace fuel flow from disrupted pipeline

Manitoba premier says trucks and trains can replace fuel flow from disrupted pipeline

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government and Winnipeg City Hall expressed optimism Monday that there won't be fuel shortages, despite the temporary closure of a pipeline that carries gasoline, diesel and jet fuel to the capital city and the surrounding are
'Motel medicine': Alberta NDP urge apology after stroke patient sent to motel

'Motel medicine': Alberta NDP urge apology after stroke patient sent to motel

Alberta’s health minister says proper procedures were followed when a stroke patient who, for his long-term recovery, was shipped to a motel where his wheelchair didn’t fit and he was fed fast food.
Donald Trump endorses Ohio congressional candidate Derek Merrin just hours before polls open

Donald Trump endorses Ohio congressional candidate Derek Merrin just hours before polls open

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Former President Donald Trump issued a last-minute endorsement in a highly sought northwest Ohio congressional district Monday, backing state Rep.
MPs pay tribute to former prime minister Brian Mulroney, lion of Canadian politics

MPs pay tribute to former prime minister Brian Mulroney, lion of Canadian politics

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament paid tribute Monday to the late Brian Mulroney, whom they lauded as a lion of Canadian politics, a down-to-earth spirit and, above all else, a family man.
Supreme Court chief justice denies ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's bid to stave off prison sentence

Supreme Court chief justice denies ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's bid to stave off prison sentence

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday refused to halt a prison sentence for former Trump White House official Peter Navarro as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction.
Feds appeal decision requiring action on 'appalling' level of judicial vacancies

Feds appeal decision requiring action on 'appalling' level of judicial vacancies

OTTAWA — The federal government is challenging a court decision directing it to step up the pace of judicial appointments to address an "untenable" number of vacancies.
The longest-serving member of the Alabama House resigns after pleading guilty to federal charges

The longest-serving member of the Alabama House resigns after pleading guilty to federal charges

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — The longest-serving member of the Alabama House of Representatives has resigned from the Legislature after pleading guilty to federal conspiracy and obstruction of justice charges related to a grant program.
Who is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and why is he running for president?

Who is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and why is he running for president?

The lack of excitement many Americans feel about a presidential rematch has heightened interest in alternatives to the major-party candidates, none more so than Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Saskatchewan and Ottawa announce $560 million in health-funding agreement

Saskatchewan and Ottawa announce $560 million in health-funding agreement

REGINA — Saskatchewan and Ottawa announced Monday a deal to infuse $560 million into the province’s health system, which they say will help shorten wait times and create better access.
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