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Conyers hits Farrakhan 'racist, anti-Semitic' talk

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:34:42 -0400

DETROIT - A Michigan congressman apologized Thursday for his participation in a Louis Farrakhan appearance at a Detroit church six days earlier during which the Nation of Islam leader made anti-Jewish remarks.

Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:20:57 -0400

WASHINGTON - Urban renewal? New census estimates show that most of the nation's largest cities further enhanced their allure last year, posting strong population growth for a second straight year.

Shaq-backed project planned for Atlantic City

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:07:48 -0400

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey - Atlantic City plans to bring a $75 million development project, including a movie theater and supermarket, to a neighborhood near the Revel and Showboat casinos.

Monroe won't renew red light camera contract

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:10:49 -0400

MONROE, Washington - Red light cameras are on their way out of Monroe.

Hearing planned concerning abandoned hospital

Sun, 05 May 2013 18:06:24 -0400

NAMPA, Idaho - The Nampa City Council plans a do-over meeting Monday concerning allocating money to turn the abandoned Mercy Hospital into low-income senior housing.

24 Main Street cities generate $82 million

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:05:08 -0400

NASHVILLE, Tennessee - State officials say a program that aims to revitalize downtown commercial districts in communities across Tennessee generated more than $82 million in private and public investment last year.