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House advances GOP resolution to censure Democratic Rep. Bowman over pulling fire alarm

Thursday, December 7 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House on Wednesday advanced a Republican resolution to censure Democrat Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling a fire alarm, teeing up a final vote on Thursday.A Democratic motion to table the censure resolution failed by a vote of 201-216.Bowman has admitted pulling... Read More.

AI advances fuel industry trying to preserve loved ones after death

Friday, July 21 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- When Justin Harrison suffered a nasty bout of strep throat two weeks ago, he said he received a barrage of text messages from his mom urging him to take better care of himself -- even though his mom is dead.Harrison, who... Read More.

Senate committee advances Supreme Court ethics bill after alleged justice misconduct

Thursday, July 20 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday -- for the first time -- voted to advance legislation that would require the U.S. Supreme Court to adopt a binding code of ethics more stringent disclosure requirements and explain recusal decisions to the public.The vote... Read More.

Falls Creek businessman faces federal sexual harassment lawsuit

Wednesday, May 24 by Louise Bennett

FALLS CREEK – The federal government has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against a Falls Creek businessman who owns and operates a number of rental properties.The U.S. Justice Department accuses Timothy Britton, who owns “Tim’s Apartments,” of violating fair housing laws by making repeated and... Read More.

Bill to give Biden authority to ban TikTok advances in House

Wednesday, March 1 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Foreign Affairs Committee voted Wednesday to approve a bill that would give President Joe Biden the authority to ban TikTok in the United States despite objections from some lawmakers and advocates who say the measure could disrupt online speech freedoms.House... Read More.

Historic same-sex marriage bill advances in Senate

Thursday, November 17 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate is poised this week to pass landmark legislation to federally enshrine both same-sex and interracial marriage rights, amid what Democrats call a worry that the Supreme Court's conservative majority could overturn protections for both.The first key test vote was Wednesday... Read More.

Indiana’s restrictive abortion bill advances despite protests

Wednesday, July 27 by ABC News

(INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.) -- Indiana lawmakers advanced a bill Tuesday that would ban nearly all abortions in the state.The 7-5 vote by the Indiana Senate Rules and Legislative Procedure Committee took place after members heard arguments from over 50 individuals who protested the bill's current... Read More.

Rafael Nadal advances to Wimbledon semifinals

Friday, July 8 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Twenty-two-time major champion Rafael Nadal just narrowly knocked out American hopeful Taylor Fritz after more than four hours of play during the Wimbeldon quarterfinals.Abdominal issues had threatened to derail Nadal's chances to advance in the tournament.Watch ABC's Lara Spencer report from the... Read More.

Gun safety bill clears Senate filibuster, advances toward final vote

Thursday, June 23 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate voted Thursday to cut off debate on a gun safety bill crafted amid a disturbing uptick in shootings across the U.S.Fifteen Republicans sided with all 50 members of the Democratic caucus to clear the procedural hurdle, setting the chamber on... Read More.

Sarah Palin advances — over Santa Claus — in crowded primary for Alaska House seat

Sunday, June 12 by ABC News

(ANCHORAGE, Alaska) -- Sarah Palin got one step closer this weekend to a return to national politics when she successfully advanced through the crowded statewide primary for the special election for Alaska's lone House seat.ABC News projected Sunday that Palin, who is running as... Read More.