Deadly winter storm lashes nation with heavy snow
A violent winter storm shut schools from Texas to New Jersey and left over a million without power. Up to 8 inches of snow fell in parts of New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey while Washington DC area schools closed. The system brought freezing rain and up to a foot of snow from Texas to Virginia, causing at least 13 deaths.
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Kansas officials weigh December revenue amid cuts and office closures
State revenue forecasters lowered projections by 363.5 million in November, raising concerns of persistent shortfalls. SRS cuts will reduce services, with 6.5 million in community program aid and 1.4 million saved by restricting eligibility. Officials plan to respond to Graves’ funding cuts with news conferences on December 12, while cities and counties seek options amid staffing and service cuts.
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Strom Thurmond Turns 100 in Capitol Birthday Tribute
Washington celebrates Strom Thurmond who was born in 1902 and became the longest serving U.S. senator. The centenarian marks a milestone with ceremonies in a Senate office building attended by political leaders, justices, and aides, while Edgefield plans a town square celebration with music from Thurmond High School.
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