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How AI could make workers more productive – but paid less
Worker productivity gains enabled by artificial intelligence (AI) are concentrated at the lower end of the skill and income spectrum, a phenomenon that economists and labor unions warn could supercharge the practice of outsourcing jobs to lower paid regions of the globe.
House passes controversial DC crime bill, threatens council’s sentencing power
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The U.S. House passed a bill Wednesday that would limit how the District controls its local criminal sentencing laws. The D.C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe (CRIMES) Act aims to restrict the D.C. Council’s sentencing authority and modifies the Youth Rehabilitation Act of 1985. The 1985 legislation considers eligible offenders […]
‘Small fire’ breaks out in Northwest DC building
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A fire broke out in a vacant building in Northwest D.C. on Thursday morning, causing delays for some commuters. The fire happened just after 9 a.m. in the 2100 block of Wisconsin Avenue NW. Smoke was showing from a vacant, three-story building there. DC Fire and EMS crews said the […]
Expert speaks on odds of electing a Democratic governor in West Virginia
It's been eight years since West Virginians elected a Democratic governor. With the majority of the state voting Republican, it begs the question: "What are the odds of the state electing a Democratic candidate?"
Expert speaks on odds of electing a Democratic governor in West Virginia
It's been eight years since West Virginians elected a Democratic governor. With the majority of the state voting Republican, it begs the question: "What are the odds of the state electing a Democratic candidate?"
Court rejects Maryland parents’ attempt to opt kids out of LGBTQ-inclusive reading assignments
A federal appeals court rejected a bid from a group of Maryland parents to require Montgomery County Public Schools to allow them to opt their children out of lessons that involve LGBTQ-inclusive material.
North Carolina could ban face masks in public, even when used for medical reasons
(The Hill) — The North Carolina state Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to ban anyone from wearing masks in public, even for health reasons. Republican supporters of the ban said it would help law enforcement crack down on protesters who wear masks. They say demonstrators are abusing COVID-19 pandemic-era practices to hide their identities […]
NewsBash to host 14th annual breast cancer fundraiser
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — NewsBash is back and bigger than ever for its 14th year. The annual breast cancer fundraiser is happening May 22 at the Four Seasons Hotel in D.C. This year’s beneficiary is Step Sisters, a Northern Virginia-based organization that helps patients experiencing financial hardship during breast cancer treatment. Laura Evans Manatos, […]
Six Flags America opens new water slide in Maryland
BOWIE, Md. (DC News Now) — Six Flags America in Bowie is debuting its newest water slide this Memorial Day weekend, and with summer approaching and kids almost out of school, there are some affordable ways you can save at the amusement park. The new “RipQurl Blaster” water coaster featured at Hurricane Harbor is the […]
Montgomery Parks welcomes spring with new events
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Spring is in full swing and Montgomery Parks is hosting several events to get you and your family outside and enjoy nature. “It’s a great opportunity to get out in nature and enjoy some of your hobbies,” said Megan DeMillo, Special Events Supervisor for Montgomery Parks. Roller Disco […]
Task force seizes 13 guns, 133 lbs in marijuana and cocaine in Bedford County
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office says 13 guns and several illegal drugs were seized during a search warrant at two locations on May 4. Deputies say the James River Regional Drug Task served the warrants at two illegal drug “pop-up” locations in Bedford County. A drug pop-up is a temporary […]
Biden administration ends solar tariff exemption
The Biden administration is ending a key exemption that allowed solar panel imports to evade tariffs. The administration is announcing on Thursday that it’s ending an exemption to import tariffs for solar panels that are double-sided, noting that since the exception was implemented, nearly all solar panel imports have been two sided. The move comes […]
Chiefs player faces backlash over ‘homemaker’ remark in commencement speech
The commencement speaker at Kansas' Benedictine College, a private Catholic liberal arts school, congratulated the women receiving degrees — and said most of them were probably more excited about getting married and having children.
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