Democrats celebrate firsts in primaries across Vermont Minnesota and more
In a night of firsts Democrats in Vermont chose the nation s first transgender gubernatorial nominee while Minnesota backed a Somali American woman for Congress and Connecticut nominated a Black woman candidate. Republicans in Minnesota favored a Trump aligned newcomer as Tim Pawlenty lost. Scott Walker won Wisconsin nomination with Trump backing. Kris Kobach led Kansas. The sweep reflected campaign energy shifts and battles for November.
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Stolen child abuse case leads to murder charge in West Virginia
A criminal complaint accuses Candice Jones and John Powers of abusing two year old JoJo until injuries included retinal hemorrhages brain bleeds and a fatal burn. Powers faces a second degree murder charge and related counts. JoJo’s funeral services are planned for Friday at Honaker Funeral Home. Neighbors recall JoJo as a gentle child and note long sleeve clothing in hot weather.
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West Virginia turnpike bonds fund road projects and E ZPass plan
The state toll authority expects bond sales this year to finance the King Coal Highway and Rt 10 work in Mercer and nearby counties. E ZPasses will offer a $24 unlimited three year deal for $24 and a $25 yearly after 2019. Existing transponders convert to the single fee program. out of state users must buy WV E ZPass. Bond sales total about $330 million, with future potential up to $500 million.
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