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White House says health insurance needs to fully cover condoms, other over-the-counter birth control

White House says health insurance needs to fully cover condoms, other over-the-counter birth control

WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of people with private health insurance would be able to pick up over-the-counter methods like condoms, the “morning after” pill and birth control pills for free under a new rule the White House proposed on Monday.
Some Jewish voters in presidential swing states reconsider their longtime devotion to Democrats

Some Jewish voters in presidential swing states reconsider their longtime devotion to Democrats

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — For Rona Kaufman, the signs are everywhere that more Jews feel abandoned by the Democratic Party and may vote for Republican Donald Trump . It's in her Facebook feed.
From the desert to the Strip: How the election's fight over immigration may upend Nevada's economy

From the desert to the Strip: How the election's fight over immigration may upend Nevada's economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — In the remote Nevada desert, the Baker Ranch couldn't survive without immigrant guest workers who come every year from Mexico.
Biden administration to provide $325 million for new Michigan semiconductor factory

Biden administration to provide $325 million for new Michigan semiconductor factory

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Monday that it would provide up to $325 million to Hemlock Semiconductor for a new factory, a move that could help give Democrats a political edge in the swing state of Michigan ahead of election day.
National revenue minister to leave federal politics, run for Sherbrooke mayor

National revenue minister to leave federal politics, run for Sherbrooke mayor

SHERBROOKE, Que. — National Revenue Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau will run for mayor of Sherbrooke, Que., in the municipal elections slated for next fall.
Saskatchewan NDP candidate urges Indigenous voters to get to the polls

Saskatchewan NDP candidate urges Indigenous voters to get to the polls

REGINA — A Saskatchewan NDP candidate is urging Indigenous voters to make their voices heard in next week's provincial election. Election day is Oct. 28.
RCMP investigate after home shot at, 13-year-old injured in northern Manitoba

RCMP investigate after home shot at, 13-year-old injured in northern Manitoba

THOMPSON, Man. — A 13-year-old boy has been seriously injured in a shooting in northern Manitoba. RCMP responded early Saturday morning to a report of shots bring fired at a home in Nisichawayasihk (nis-sis-TWAH'-see) Cree Nation, west of Thompson.
Central Park Five sues Donald Trump for 'defamatory' remarks made at presidential debate

Central Park Five sues Donald Trump for 'defamatory' remarks made at presidential debate

The men formerly known as the Central Park Five before they were exonerated on Monday filed a defamation lawsuit against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump .
Biden administration to provide $325 million for new Michigan semiconductor factory

Biden administration to provide $325 million for new Michigan semiconductor factory

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Tuesday that it would provide up to $325 million to Hemlock Semiconductor for a new factory, a move that could help give Democrats a political edge in the swing state of Michigan ahead of election day.
Ontario plans to speed up new home connections to electricity grid

Ontario plans to speed up new home connections to electricity grid

TORONTO — Ontario's energy minister says he will introduce legislation to make it easier for new homes and businesses to connect to the electricity grid.