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The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC) is an agreement among several U.S. states and the District of Columbia to award all their respective electoral votes to whichever presidential candidate wins the overall popular vote in the 50 states and the District of Columbia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Popular_Vote_Interstate_Compact

At a cocktail party at a Florida military base in the early 1960s, two old enemies who led World War II missions that changed the course of history met for the first time. "I'm Fuchida -- let's talk about it," Japanese Self-Defense Force member Mitsuo Fuchida said, extending his hand to then-Base Commander Paul Tibbets, who knew exactly what "it" meant.

ST. LOUIS (KTVI) – The carjacking suspect wounded in a shootout near Busch Stadium last month has died. (Follow up story from earlier post.)

"ST. LOUIS (KTVI) – A man was wounded in a shootout with attempted carjackers late Monday night near Busch Stadium, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department said." "The carjacking suspect was admitted to the hospital and is listed in critical condItion."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, ARPIL 11, 2016: Expect roadblocks statewide during fishing and hunting seasons SANTA FE – The Department of Game and Fish will conduct roadblocks throughout the state during the hunting and fishing seasons to collect harvest data and to detect wildlife law violations. The 2016-17 fishing season began April 1. Youth turkey hunting season began April 8 and the general season begins April 15. For more information, please consult the department's fishing or hunting Rules & Information booklets available at www.wildlife.state.nm.us or at area offices and license vendors. At roadblocks, conservation officers also will check for compliance with...

A close call between a small motor boat (Snekke-bat), with a dead engine, and the Oslo to Kiel Ferry near Drøbak. http://www.vgtv.no/#!/video/116648/snekke-faar-motorstopp-saa-kommer-ferga

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"Authorities say that two of the female employees suffered fatal stab wounds. The Illinois State Police say 52 year-old Anita Grace, of Olive Branch, and 52 year-old Nita Smith, of Wickliffe, Kentucky, died due to fatal stab founds at the robbery. The name of the third victim, a 23 year-old female, will not been released, according to ISP. She remains in critical condition."

ST. LOUIS, MO (KTVI) – We may soon see military in armored trucks roaming our city streets. An estimated 13,000 mine-resistant vehicles are expected to be distributed around the country.

<p>The truth is usually a tough thing to accept, so I understand if this is flagged. It would be a cowardly thing to do, but I understand it. Some people just ignore unpleasant truths. However, if you think ignoring the problem, or trying to censor the truth, will help our black children improve, you're dreaming. This is important, so I'm happy to repost - indefinitely if necessary. I find it interesting that NO ONE has had the intellect to refute anything in the essay. They can only attempt to censor it, as if doing so somehow makes it invalid. Weak minds, weak minds.</p>

"his (Schumer's) state director informed constituents on Feb. 14 that the senator “will be voting against the proposed amendment that includes Keystone XL and is working with Majority Leader Reid to defeat the amendment.”

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By STEVE KRASKE The Kansas City Star Sarah Steelman on Wednesday announced plans to run for the U.S. Senate. The former state treasurer and state senator — who ran unsuccessfully for governor in 2008 — could face former U.S. Sen. Jim Talent in the GOP primary in 2012.

BRIGHTON IL - A woman rammed a burning pickup truck into the front porch of a man's home Friday, starting a fire that damaged the house extensively, while a relative of the homeowner rescued her from the vehicle's locked cab

Department of Energy Denies USEC’s Loan Guarantee Application -Company begins demobilization of American Centrifuge Plant- BETHESDA, Md. – USEC Inc. (NYSE:USU) President and Chief Executive Officer John K. Welch issued the following statement today after being advised that the U.S. Department of Energy would not proceed with USEC’s application for a loan guarantee to complete construction of the American Centrifuge Plant in Piketon, Ohio: “We are shocked and disappointed by DOE’s decision. The American Centrifuge met the original intent of the loan guarantee program in that it would have used an innovative, but proven, technology, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and...