Arkansas House approves possessive name resolution
The Arkansas House passed a nonbinding resolution declaring Arkansas possessive as the state's name. Rep. Steve Harrelson warned the move could seem trivial amid other legislative duties. The 1881 spelling fix made final s silent, a point debated against AP style.
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Lawmakers Push for 50 Caliber Gun Ban Across States
In New Jersey lawmakers and Ceasefire NJ unveiled a plan to ban .50 caliber rifles, aiming to outlaw civilian sales. California already restricts the weapon, while Maryland imposes strict background checks. Opponents argue the law targets a tool rather than criminals.
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Mega Millions drawing heads to Times Square for record prize
Lottery players across 12 states anticipate a Mega Millions jackpot near 355 million as organizers move the Tuesday drawing to New York City due to high publicity and ticket sales. The event gathers bettors from California through Washington in a rare cross‑country shift.
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Mom pleads guilty to using baby as weapon
Chytoria Graham, 27, admitted swinging her four week old son by the feet to strike her boyfriend, fracturing the infant’s skull and endangering the child. She pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and endangering welfare of a child under a plea agreement. The Oct. 8 incident prompted medical treatment for the baby.
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Car hits trooper cruiser with 43 pounds marijuana
Orangeburg County deputies say a Chevrolet Malibu traveling about 70 mph struck a trooper’s cruiser on Interstate 95 near Santee. The impact caused minor injuries to the trooper. Police found two large duffel bags in the trunk containing 43 pounds of marijuana worth over $150,000.
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