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Statehouse Democrats want to use Trump’s big bill to drag down Republicans

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Amid a summer swelter last week, more than 80 people crowded into a trendy gastropub in downtown Pittsburg, Kansas, for cold drinks and hot talk. The subject? Democrats. After disappointing results in November, Kansas state House Democrats are touring the Republican-leaning state, trying to improve relationships and set the stage for a […]
Jonathan Shorman, Kevin Hardy

This Day in History on July 30: First General Assembly of the Virginia House Convenes

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July 30 has been a date marked by remarkable events throughout history. Traveling back in time, on July 30, 1619, the first General Assembly of the Virginia House convened, marking a foundational moment in American colonial governance. This assembly was the first representative legislative body in the English colonies, setting a precedent for democratic governance in what would eventually become the United States. The establishment of this assembly laid the groundwork for the development of legislative institutions that emphasized the importance of representation and lawmaking by elected officials. Shifting to the cultural domain, July 30, 1965, marked the opening of the Beatles' iconic Shea Stadium concert in New York City. This event was groundbreaking as it was one of the first major stadium concerts in music history, attracting an audience of over 55,000 fans. The concert illustrated the immense popularity of the Beatles and symbolized the rising influence of rock and roll music

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Trenton Family Faces $100,000 Loss After Two Flash Floods

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TRENTON — A family home in Trenton was severely damaged by two flash floods in less than a week, leaving the basement nearly submerged and destroying the living space used by the homeowner’s mother and daughter, according to a fundraising page created by the homeowner’s daughter. Stephen Hart’s basement flooded on July 19, 2025, with water rising nearly to the ceiling and submerging the furnace, water heater, and all appliances. The finished basement included two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, living room, and laundry area, which served as the primary living quarters for Hart’s mother and daughter. Police evacuated the residents during the flooding, and Hart narrowly escaped harm while attempting to salvage belongings. The flood caused more than $100,000 in damage, including loss of furniture, appliances, personal items, and essential medical supplies. Hart’s shed was also flooded, destroying his lawn mower, snow blower, and tools. The family’s

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Today's Weather: Hot with Afternoon Storms, Cooler Tomorrow

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Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect until 7 p.m. today. Today in the Riverbend area, expect a high of 91 degrees and a low of 72 with mostly sunny skies in the morning turning to partly sunny with thunderstorms in the afternoon. The heat will feel dangerous, hitting a "feels like" temperature of up to 108 degrees. It will be humid, and storms this afternoon could bring heavy rain, flooding downpours, and damaging wind gusts. Air quality is good, but mold and grass pollen are at moderate levels, so allergy sufferers should take note. If you plan to be outside today, drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned places as much as possible, avoid the sun during peak hours, and check on neighbors and family. Reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening to avoid the extreme heat. Looking ahead to tomorrow, the high will drop to a more comfortable 78 degrees with a low of 63. Expect cloudy and humid conditions with a couple of showers and thunderstorms. Winds will

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