State
Coverage of State in the Nexus archive.
- Fast-drying lakes means unrestricted fishing in Colorado. Here’s why.
Due to ongoing dry-up conditions and fast-drying lakes, the state of Colorado has issued new emergency rules. These regulations are designed to allow for unrestricted fishing, permitting unlimited fish catches.
- Wahiawa Dam levels dropping after Hurricane Lala; state continues discharging water
Despite the recent storm system bringing heavy rainfall across the state, the water levels at the Wahiawa Dam are dropping. Furthermore, there are existing concerns regarding rising water levels and potential flooding, even though the state continues discharging water.
- Displaced condo fire victims in Foster City demand emergency declaration
Displaced residents from a devastating six-alarm condo fire at Sea Spray condominiums in Foster City are demanding an emergency declaration due to concerns over resource availability and lack of transparency. While officials stated that local or state declarations were not necessary, suggesting low-interest disaster loans instead, victims remain frustrated by the city's communication efforts. The issue was eventually agreed upon for discussion during the Sept. 8 agenda.
- SU Give Day: This year's goal is to raise $25 million for Southern University campuses
SU Give Day is Southern University's annual campaign for donations. This initiative aims to raise $25 million in total funds for various campuses belonging to Southern University across the state.
- California backtracks on good-government policies in divided Trump era
California is reported to be backtracking on good-government policies during the divided Trump era. Additionally, political and governmental reforms are facing severe threats due to bitter divisions within both the state and the nation.
- California backtracks on good-government policies in divided Trump era
California is backtracking on good-government policies during a divided Trump era. These policy changes occur amid bitter divisions in both the state and nation, causing political and governmental reforms to face severe threats.
- Former State Civil Defense Official dives into specifics of planning for a disaster
A former State Civil Defense Official provided details regarding disaster planning specifics. In related preparations, state and county emergency agencies are actively getting ready for Tropical Storm Lala.
- Denver weather: Afternoon storms, not as hot
Denver weather expects showers and storms across the state on Thursday afternoon and evening. These conditions mean that temperatures will be comfortable and below average.
- Darrell Hines' attorneys files new challenge hours before scheduled execution
Attorneys representing Darrell Hines filed a new legal challenge regarding the methods by which the state plans to physically restrain him. This action occurred hours before his scheduled execution.
- Luigi Mangione lawyers fight media restrictions ahead of trial
A media firestorm is brewing before Luigi Mangione's trial begins, as his lawyers are raising concerns over what they call "partial exclusion" of the press. They argue that limiting media access could threaten Mangione's constitutional right to a public trial because the state's current media access plan is insufficient.
- Hawaiʻi Schools’ New Cellphone Ban Is Here. What Are Teens Saying?
Hawaiʻi Schools has implemented a new cellphone policy as the academic year begins. Civil Beat interviewed high school students regarding the rollout of this state's new rules on personal devices.
- Neal Milner: The State Will Never Win Public’s Trust In The Bribery Case
According to Neal Milner, the public will distrust how the state handles the bribery case regardless of the outcome. He argues that the underlying issue—money in politics—cannot be solved by simply dealing with this specific case.
- MTA explores plan to turn subway heat into energy: How would it work?
New York City and the MTA are collaborating to capture excess heat from subway stations by developing a new energy plan. This captured heat could potentially be utilized to warm nearby city buildings during the winter months. The city, state, and MTA announced a partnership specifically to study a Thermal Energy Network.
- Las Cruces Police seize guns, drugs in multi-agency sting
A joint law enforcement investigation targeting violent gang activity in the Las Cruces area resulted in multiple seizures and legal actions. The operation yielded federal and state criminal charges, the seizure of firearms and illegal drugs, and led to the resolution of 11 drive-by shootings.
- Bohemian National Cemetery under investigation over storage of human remains
Bohemian National Cemetery is under state investigation concerning the proper storage of human remains. Additionally, a Chicago crematorium faces scrutiny over the handling of human remains after more than 50 decomposing bodies were discovered improperly stored inside a Southeast Side funeral home.
- Siblings of Peter Boy Kema, state, reach $3.2M settlement
The siblings of Peter Boy Kema secured a $3.2 million settlement from the state following many years of legal battles. Although the money has been settled, the agreement still awaits final approval from both lawmakers and the probate court.
- Weekend Island Weather - Tracking possible tropical cyclone development southeast of the state
Tropical moisture will bring scattered showers to windward spots of the Big Island late Saturday/Sunday and continue across the rest of the state on Monday. Furthermore, a tropical low is expected to potentially develop south of the islands by midweek next week.
- Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state
A potentially deadly "flesh-eating" bacteria has caused deaths in Louisiana this year. The bacterium killed five people, representing a sharp increase from the state’s typical death toll.
- North Carolina ranked in bottom 10 in country in postal service one-time performance
North Carolina was ranked in the bottom 10 nationally regarding postal service one-time performance. The state scored a total of 78.2, a score that was nearly 9 points away from its target of 87.
- Medicaid cuts threaten services for people with disabilities at RiseUP -- how they're rallying to fundraise
Proposed Medicaid cuts threaten services for over 180 people with disabilities at RiseUP, an organization providing essential support through residential programs, community engagement, and skill development. RiseUP, which receives $12.5 million annually from the state, is hosting a fundraising event called the Elevation Challenge to offset potential 2% funding reductions.
- Children’s advocates join Sheriff McFadden’s push to reopen juvenile jail
Children’s advocates and Sheriff Garry McFadden are pushing to reopen Mecklenburg County’s juvenile jail, closed in 2022, with an estimated $38 million renovation cost and $18 million annual operating expenses. The sheriff and advocates agree on housing youth locally but disagree on funding responsibilities, with McFadden urging the state to provide upfront money for renovations.
- Spurt in chikungunya cases highlights need to check vector population
As of August 4, 105 confirmed and 62 probable chikungunya cases have been reported in the State, primarily in Thiruvananthapuram. The increase is linked to intense monsoon rainfall and hot weather fostering Aedes mosquito populations.
- After 64 years, Usha finally exists in State’s records
Usha, a tribal woman from Nilambur, received her birth certificate at a tribal documentation mega adalat after living without official documents for 64 years. The event marked her official recognition in the State's records.
- ‘I don’t wish to be cold-hearted’: My elderly relative can no longer care for himself. Am I wrong to leave his care to the state?
The author is conflicted about leaving the care of an elderly relative, who can no longer care for himself, to the state. The relative is described as having never been particularly generous or nurturing.
- Bombay High Court questions Police over refusal to file FIR in Disha Salian death case
The Bombay High Court questioned the police over their refusal to file an FIR in the death case of Disha Salian. The Bench sought clarification from the State regarding the delay in providing the autopsy and ADR reports to the deceased's father.
- Megachurch pastor rolls in state that hasn't elected a Democrat to Senate in nearly a CENTURY
A megachurch pastor is active in a state that has not elected a Democrat to the Senate in nearly a century. The article highlights the political context of the state's Senate representation.
- Bombay High Court seeks response from State, Bar Council on stipend for junior advocates
The Bombay High Court has requested responses from the State and Bar Council regarding the stipend for junior advocates. The court noted that the petitioners' concerns require consideration in the broader interest of young advocates.
- State reportedly not cutting funds to Haredi schools that fail to teach core subjects
The state is not cutting funds to Haredi schools that fail to teach core subjects. The Knesset Finance Committee will meet to approve additional taxpayer shekels for ultra-Orthodox education despite a parliamentary recess.
- State, City to begin months-long Manoa stream cleanup
The State and City are initiating a months-long cleanup of Manoa stream. The community's primary concern was flooding, and the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Department of something (DFM) have pledged to clear the stream.
- Centre played a key role in State’s development: A.P. BJP spokesperson
The Centre is credited with playing a key role in the State's development according to an A.P. BJP spokesperson.
- Do not become complacent, as present rains are temporary, Bommai tells State
Bommai advises the state not to be complacent as the current rains are temporary.
- Why states want to change 'Sell By' labels on food
Changes to 'Sell By' labels on groceries are being considered in at least one state. Experts discuss how these label changes could help consumers save food and money.
- Parasite outbreak explodes to more than 10,000 cases in one state as hundreds are hospitalized nationwide
A parasite outbreak has exceeded 10,000 cases in one state, with hundreds hospitalized nationwide. The situation highlights a significant public health concern.
- Aloha Friday Weather | Windy trade winds return across the state through Saturday
Strong trade winds and drier weather will persist through Saturday, with a Wind Advisory active in parts of the state. Most showers are expected to remain over windward areas.
- South Africa: State Spent R600m to Contain 30 June Xenophobic Action - Law Enforcement Could Have Prevented It
South Africa's state spent R600 million to contain xenophobic action on 30 June, with law enforcement potentially capable of preventing it. The article highlights recurring issues of immigrant attacks, community division, and political use of misinformation and fear.
- ‘Gunk’ in Boise River led to state testing. It’s ‘rock snot.’ Huh?
A substance referred to as 'gunk' in the Boise River prompted state testing, which identified it as 'rock snot.' Fly-fisher Chandler Bondurant has been encountering slimy material in the river since early July.
- Mega Millions hits $800M: Is your state good for jackpot winners?
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $800 million, making it the 10th-largest in the game's history. The article questions whether a state is favorable for jackpot winners.
- Silence looms over Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase II despite Centre-State agreement on its joint venture and funding
The Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase II project faces silence despite an agreement between the Centre and State on its joint venture and funding. The joint venture and funding arrangements have been established, but progress remains stalled.
- Inflation is slashing middle-class incomes. Here's where it's worst
A new analysis shows inflation is reducing middle-class incomes, with only two states experiencing healthy growth in these incomes relative to inflation.
- Kozhikode Keltron unit drives affordable healthcare with ₹8,000 hearing aid
Keltron's unit in Kozhikode has developed an affordable hearing aid priced at ₹8,000, supported by a ₹1 crore funding from the State’s latest budget.