Record heat wave puts California in fossil fuel conundrum
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A record heat wave put California in a fossil fuel conundrum: The state has had to rely more heavily on natural gas to produce electricity and avoid power outages while Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomโs administration moves toward ending the use of oil and gas.
Transgender athlete ban, backed by Noem, clears committee
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A South Dakota legislative committee has approved a bill championed by Gov. Kristi Noem to ban transgender women and girls from participating in school sports leagues that match their gender identity.
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As daughter sought state license, Noem summoned agency head
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Ethics experts are questioning whether South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem had a conflict of interest by meeting with her daughter and top state officials last year in the governor's office while her daughter was pursuing a real estate certification.