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Jun 11, 2013 — The informal guideline named for the former GOP speaker says no bill should pass without the support of the majority of the majority. The reason the groups want it codified is because House Speaker John Boehner has violated the rule several times in recent months.
Jun 5, 2013 — As hurricane season begins, New Yorkers are debating how to protect the city's 520 miles of coastline from major storms and rising sea levels. One camp favors giant offshore barriers to divert storm surge. The other says barriers are too expensive and too risky. They argue New York must learn to live with water by making streets, subways and buildings more resilient to flooding.
Jun 5, 2013 — The death of Sen. Frank Lautenberg has thrown a monkey wrench onto the plans of N.J. Gov. Chris Christie. Calculations about Lautenberg's successor, and when to hold the special election, may affect Christie's re-election path this year ... as well as a potential White House bid in 2016.
Jun 5, 2013 — Since the 2012 election, Republican strategists and leaders have called for changes in the party's approach to voters. Some argue that the GOP must appeal to younger and more diverse demographics or risk losing congressional seats next November.
Jun 4, 2013 — New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is calling a special election to fill the seat of U.S. Sen. Frank Lautenberg, who died Monday. The decision means the state will have two statewide elections three weeks apart. NPR's Joel Rose reports.
Jun 2, 2013 — Tea Party favorite Ted Cruz, a freshman senator from Texas, has seen his star rise in recent months. His appearances at events like a big New York City fundraiser this week are fueling speculation about a presidential bid in 2016 — a move he's not ruling out.
Jun 1, 2013 — As with Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy, nearly all deaths from hurricanes come from storm surge. The danger isn't well understood by the public, however, so the National Hurricane Center is retooling its forecast and warning systems to better track and alert vulnerable residents.
Jun 1, 2013 — It's tranquil now, but forecasters predict an above-average six-month season with a good possibility of six major storms.
May 31, 2013 — When Congress voted on federal relief for the victims of Hurricane Sandy, five of the seven Oklahoma representatives and senators voted no. Rep. Tom Cole, who voted yes, warned that someday Oklahoma would be asking for help. That day came last week after a massive tornado hit his district.
Still from "Sandy hits Lake George," from Youtube via Katie Quirk. Watch video embedded below
On Lake George, a storm but no superstorm
Bolton, NY, Oct 31, 2012 — Emergency declarations have been canceled across the North Country now that Hurricane Sandy (now Post-Tropical Cyclone Sandy) tracked away from our region. What might have been a head-on disaster turned into a minor storm for most of the North Country.
In Lake George, Sandy's winds stirred up some dramatic vistas, but did no damage and caused no injuries. Go to full article
In Lake George, Sandy's winds stirred up some dramatic vistas, but did no damage and caused no injuries. Go to full article
As Sandy weakens Ontario expects moderate wind and rain
Ottawa, ON, Oct 31, 2012 — Hurricane Sandy came ashore along the U.S. coast as a dangerous, powerful storm.
But by the time it is expected to cross into Canada later Wednesday, the much weaker system might only bring a few days of rain. Go to full article
But by the time it is expected to cross into Canada later Wednesday, the much weaker system might only bring a few days of rain. Go to full article
Cuomo says Sandy NYC-area recovery will be "long term"
New York, NY, Oct 31, 2012 — Governor Cuomo, who says he spent a "frightening" night monitoring storm devastation in lower Manhattan, held a briefing Tuesday addressing short term repair efforts and long term weather concerns. Go to full article
Hurricane Sandy: After all the prep, what's the damage?
Lake George, NY, Oct 30, 2012 — As of Tuesday morning, National Grid was reporting more than 18,000 customers without power in the North Country and central New York region, most of those in Schenectady,... Go to full article
For North Country, storm prep a well-practiced routine
Potsdam, NY, Oct 30, 2012 — Whipping winds from Hurricane Sandy haven't caused much damage so far in St. Lawrence County. Emergency officials say things were relatively calm overnight. A few calls have... Go to full article
Jefferson County prepares for high winds, waves, power outages
Sackets Harbor, NY, Oct 30, 2012 — As the wind began picking up Monday afternoon in Jefferson County, residents and officials were preparing for the high winds and water along shorelines expected from... Go to full article
Low water levels come in handy for Sandy
Oct 30, 2012 — One potential consequence of Sandy that emergency personnel haven't been worried about is widespread flooding from the region's largest bodies of water. That's because Lake... Go to full article
Hurricane Sandy: why don't some people heed weather warnings?
New York, NY, Oct 29, 2012 — During Governor Cuomo's briefing on Hurricane Sandy Monday morning, he emphasized the need for people in evacuation areas to leave when they're advised to.
But,... Go to full article
But,... Go to full article
20-25 foot waves forecast for Lake Ontario
Oswego, NY, Oct 29, 2012 — High winds are forecast to whip up huge waves on Lake Ontario.
Senior Chief Craig Ross, officer in charge at the U.S. Coast Guard station in Oswego, says his crew... Go to full article
Senior Chief Craig Ross, officer in charge at the U.S. Coast Guard station in Oswego, says his crew... Go to full article
Wind a major worry as upstate NY prepares for Sandy
Oswego, NY, Oct 29, 2012 — Winds will be the main concern for much of upstate New York as Hurricane Sandy blows through the region tonight. The winds will be twice as strong as a typical winter... Go to full article
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