Opening statements begin in corruption trial against fmr. Ald. Ed Burke
Federal prosecutors said Burke "was a bribe-taker and he was an extortionist," but defense attorneys claimed "Mr. Burke never asked for anything from anyone."
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Federal prosecutors said Burke "was a bribe-taker and he was an extortionist," but defense attorneys claimed "Mr. Burke never asked for anything from anyone."
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
"I am grateful that the county and the state have heard our advocacy – their commitment to fund this mission," Johnson said.
President Biden held a press conference in Northern California after meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The City Council approved the budget despite concerns from some alderpersons that it earmarks only $150 million to fund assistance for migrants in 2024, while the city is currently spending $40 million a month on asylum seekers.
The House voted to keep government agencies funded until at least Jan. 19 in a bipartisan vote.
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If confirmed by the City Council, Ige would become the first Black woman to lead CDPH on a permanent basis.
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The approach is unusual for a stopgap spending bill. Usually, lawmakers extend funding until a certain date for all programs.
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