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Caroline Cournoyer

Senior Web Editor

Caroline Cournoyer -- Senior Web Editor. Caroline covered federal policy and politics for CongressNow, the former legislative wire service for Roll Call, has written for Education Week's Teacher Magazine, and learned the ins and outs of state and local government while working as an assistant editor at WTOP Radio.

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It Just Got Easier for Ex-Convicts to Get Jobs in Louisiana Government
Gov. John Bel Edwards has signed into law a bill that intends to give ex-convicts a greater chance at re-entering the workforce.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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'Breaking Bad' Actor Wins Local New Mexico Primary
Actor Steven Michael Quezada, best known for his role on the popular TV show "Breaking Bad," is running as a Democrat to become a New Mexico County commissioner.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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From 'The Bachelor' to the State Legislature? Ben Higgins Announces Possible Run
The most recent star of ABC's "The Bachelor" might just be looking for love from Colorado voters this year. Ben Higgins, who gave his final rose to flight attendant Lauren Bushnell on the season finale of "The Bachelor's" 20th season in March, is eyeing a seat in the Colorado House of Representatives.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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The Med School That Mixes Science and Health Policy
Medical students cram a lot of basic science and medicine into their first two years of training. But most learn next to nothing about the intricacies of the health care system they are soon to enter.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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Lawmakers Feel Catholic Church's Wrath for Voting to Protect Child Sex Abuse Victims
One lawmaker called it "electioneering." Another grew emotional as she recounted being snubbed by a priest. A third wrote a Facebook screed that became the buzz of the House of Representatives.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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After Airbnb Hosts Ignore New Law, San Francisco Sets Consequences
Short-term rental companies like Airbnb could face big fines and criminal charges if they advertise hosts who haven't registered with the city, under legislation unanimously passed by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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With Ohio, Medical Marijuana Will Be Legal in Half the States
Marijuana will be legal for medical use in Ohio starting in September.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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West Virginia Governor Vetoes Budget
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin, as promised and predicted, vetoed the 2017 state budget that took lawmakers three weeks to devise.
June 09, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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Longtime Union Official Charged With Corruption in New York
Longtime head of the New York City correction officers union Norman Seabrook was arrested Wednesday by federal authorities and charged with taking kickbacks in a case potentially linked to investigations of Mayor Bill de Blasio.
June 08, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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To Save the Environment, San Franciscans Will Pay More Taxes
Measure AA, a landmark $12 annual parcel tax in all nine Bay Area counties to fund wetlands restoration and flood control projects around San Francisco Bay's shoreline, appears to have won approval from voters.
June 08, 2016
 · Caroline Cournoyer
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