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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Police say former Virginia lieutenant governor, wife dead in murder-suicide

Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis said the couple was going through a divorce.

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After a parade of Medicaid errors and cuts, Colorado lawmakers plan a deep review of health care program

Frustrated with prior management of Medicaid and bracing for more near-term cuts, Colorado lawmakers plan to do a “deep dive” into the state’s massive program.

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Barbara Kirkmeyer qualifies for GOP primary for Colorado governor as state contests take shape

State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer qualified for the Republican primary for Colorado governor on Wednesday. She will face state Rep. Scott Bottoms and political newcomer Victor Marx on June 30.

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House Democrats will try anti-corruption message to gain traction against Trump

Democrats have criticized Trump’s business dealings and hope to regain trust by addressing corruption.

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Prosecutors sought access to Federal Reserve building as Trump threatens to fire Powell

The site is the focus of an investigation into a $2.5 billion renovation project.

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Another US strike on suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 4

The latest strike brings the death toll to 175 since the operations began.

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State faces new flare-up of safety concerns over transitional living facility in north Denver suburb

“We recognize and support the critical need for expanded mental health services,” Northglenn Mayor Meredith Leighty said. “But good intentions on their own are not enough.”