Franken resigns from Senate amid harassment allegations
Senator Al Franken announced his resignation after a surge of sexual harassment claims and waning Democratic support. He criticized Republicans, saying Trump and Roy Moore faced similar accusations without derailing their campaigns. The Minnesotan veteran stepped down in the Senate chamber, highlighting intra party anger toward GOP tolerance of alleged misconduct.
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Stopgap bill averts shutdown
Washington AP reports a stopgap bill to avert a government shutdown this weekend and extend funding through December 22. House passage 235 to 193 followed by Senate 81 to 14, with talks at the White House between leaders and President Trump. The plan covers Pentagon and domestic budget relief, extended children's health program, and hurricane aid for Puerto Rico, Texas, and Florida.
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Franks Resigns Amid Surrogacy Allegation From Staff
Republican Rep. Trent Franks of Arizona says he will resign next month after disclosing that he discussed surrogacy with two female staffers. He denies coercion or sexual contact, noting his infertility and twins via surrogacy influenced his views.
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Exxon appeals ruling to turn over climate information
Massachusetts officials led by Attorney General Maura Healey seek subpoenas to assess if Exxon Mobil misled consumers and investors about climate change. The appeal challenges targeting of nonstate groups and argues Exxon's products, advertising, and distribution reach Massachusetts residents.
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ExxonMobil leads Baytown expansion with ethane cracker
ExxonMobil advances a major investment including an ethane steam cracker at the Baytown olefins plant and two polyethylene lines at Mont Belvieu. Production began on Mont Belvieu reactors earlier this fall as Baytown recovered from Harvey, with praise for city leadership and employees who ensured safe shutdowns and startups.
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Brunson Theater Renovation Aims To Become Tourism Center
The Brunson’s historic sign will stay as part of a $1.5 million plan to convert the venue into a tourism information hub and business incubator. Architects propose a transparent interior with a new butt glazed entrance and refurbished terrazzo floor, plus shared offices, a reception, and incubator workstations. Construction is slated for completion by December 2018 with $200,000 in district funds approved and a $1.3 million redesign cost.
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Airline On Course to Reach $10 Million Profit
Money and Markets reports operating costs rising over twice revenue this year as margins shrink. The article notes the airline's struggle to maintain profit, with forecasted earnings near $10 million despite rising expenses and FX impacts.
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