Clinton and Sanders sit atop a Democratic presidential field that was effectively pared down to two after Vice President Joe Biden announced this week he would not seek the nomination.
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Posted inNews, Politics
Backed by moms and money, gun-safety group expands its clout
Everytown for Gun Safety and its subsidiary, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, have helped push six states since 2013 to adopt more background checks on gun sales.
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Woman faces 2nd-degree murder charges in Oklahoma State homecoming crash
The driver is suspected of being under the influence, and investigators are awaiting results of blood tests to determine if she was impaired by drugs or alcohol.
Posted inNation & World, News
Flooding fears ease as relentless Texas storms move out
The remnants of Hurricane Patricia is dissolving into a steady but manageable drizzle.
Posted inFood, Green plate special, Source
Green Plate Special: From a little acorn, use of mighty good flour could grow
A teacher of skills that connect people to the earth and community advocates cooking with the oak tree’s gift.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine foes of big money also accept ‘dark’ funds
Backers of the Question 1 clean elections effort, critics say, rely on the same outside influence they are trying to suppress.
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Everyone can take part in efforts to reduce domestic violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month — a good time to learn more about abuse, its effects and what you can do to help.