Record poverty, uninsured rise in Census report
Census data show 46.2 million in poverty, 15.1 percent rate, highest since 1983. Health coverage fell to 49.9 million uninsured with 2010 effects. top income group saw slight declines while lower groups dropped more. Government safety nets eased some poverty, with 3.2 million lifted above the line.
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GOP bills seek to curb national monuments authority
House Republicans push six bills to limit the Antiquities Act, arguing the 1906 law allows swift presidential designation of public lands as monuments without Congress approval. They cite past designations like Grand Staircase Escalante and Upper Missouri River Breaks while opponents warn of reduced tourism and preserved heritage.
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Judge dismisses suit over Custer Battlefield raids
Federal Judge Richard Cebull threw out Christo pher Kortlander's lawsuit alleging illegal raids on the Custer Battlefield Museum during a 2005 and 2008 federal probe into artifact and eagle feather trafficking. The ruling found most claims time barred or lacking evidence of rights violations.
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Roswell Chamber seeks new executive director
The Roswell Chamber of Commerce aims to hire an executive director to promote local businesses and lead a three person staff. The role includes recruiting members, running board meetings, overseeing events like After Hours and job fairs, and engaging in governmental affairs with a target hire by Nov. 30.
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