Feds Advise Banks On Pot Business Cash Handling
The Obama administration told U S attorneys in states with legal cannabis not to prosecute banks that open accounts and accept payments for marijuana shops. The policy covers Washington and Colorado where recreational use is legal and medical programs in 20 states plus D C. Banking groups warn it remains illegal under federal law and banks may still hesitate to participate.
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Kerry presses China on North Korea during Asia trip
Secretary Kerry said China promised to apply more pressure if North Korea refused to resume talks on denuclearization after a constructive meeting with Xi Jinping. He noted Washington and Beijing pursue separate approaches while aiming to ease regional tensions and rebuke Beijing over territorial assertiveness.
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Five Siblings Die In North Minneapolis Duplex Fire
Five of seven siblings were killed in a predawn duplex blaze in north Minneapolis. Fire officials said a space heater may have been involved but cause remains under investigation. Troy Lewis, 60, lived on the second floor with his children. two girls survived.
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Thousands flee as major assault feared in Syria town
UN reports mass flight from Yabroud amid aerial attacks and shelling while peace talks in Geneva near a second round end. U N spokesman cites possible land assault, with up to 50 000 residents remaining and field hospitals short on supplies as electricity is cut.
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Court rules against school uniforms in free speech case
A unanimous 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel overturned a district court ruling and said mandatory polo shirt messages like Tomorrow's Leaders must pass a stringent legal test to justify school uniform policies, upholding free speech limits for students.
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