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Today in History - April 15

Today is Thursday, April 15, the 105th day of 2021. There are 260 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson, baseball’s first Black major league player, made his official debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on …

Floyd died from heart trouble, defense expert says; an uncertain Afghanistan; Hank Aaron in, KKK out

April 15, 2021 6:30 AM Associated Press, CNN Posted: April 15, 2021 6:30 AM Updated: April 15, 2021 7:01 AM AP Photo/Dmitri Lovetsky People watch the sunset over the Finnish Gulf coast in St. Petersburg, Russia, Wednesday, April 14, 2021.  AP Photo…

Tracking Orcas with Tech: ‘The Images Took Our Breath Away’

Late last summer, a team of scientists from the University of British Columbia tracked southern and northern resident killer whales off the B.C. coast using cutting-edge technology that opened a new window into the lives of these charismatic creatures. The …

Contract awarded for federal port facility in Ketchikan

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A federal agency announced Wednesday it has awarded a contract to rebuild its port facility in Ketchikan, work state leaders called overdue. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said it awarded an $18.8 million contract …

Recovering stations a family activity

WINSTON COUNTY - Instead of making a long trip during this pandemic we’re in, why not take your family on a historically fun activity and never leave the area? It can be done by a hobby called benchmarking, where the use of a smart phone and GPS locating …

Joint USAF/NOAA Solar Geophysical Activity Report and Forecast 13 April 2021

Joint USAF/NOAA Solar Geophysical Activity Report and Forecast 13 April 2021 Status Report From: Space Weather Prediction Center (NOAA) Posted: Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Joint USAF/NOAA Solar Geophysical Activity Report and Forecast SDF Number 103 …

Northwest researchers monitor gray whale that might have been sickened by its tracking tag

SEATTLE — A team of marine mammal biologists and veterinarians from the United States and Canada is treating and monitoring a gray whale that appears to have developed an infection several months after being darted with a satellite tracking tag. The whale …

River Herring Harvest Closure and Vertical Line Rule Changes Effective Tomorrow

CONTACT: Cheri Patterson: (603) 868-1095 Renee Zobel: (603) 868-1095 April 14, 2021 Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NHFG) held a virtual public hearing on April 6, 2021 regarding proposed rule changes concerning river herring …

Spritzer Natural Mineral Water Passes Test for Plastics Contaminants

Apr 14, 2021 (MENAFN via COMTEX) -- (MENAFN - ACN NewsWire) Laboratory test shows no microplastics detected in Spritzer natural mineral water sample KUALA LUMPUR, Apr 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - Spritzer Malaysia ( …

Orsted, Eversource plan wind farm manufacturing facility at ProvPort

PROVIDENCE – The Port of Providence will soon be ground zero for assembling and building the foundations for a slew of major wind farm projects, Orsted A/S and Eversource Energy announced on Wednesday. The two companies, which are teaming up to develop …

New Jersey Offshore Wind Farm to Connect Onshore at 2 Former Power Plants NBC10 Philadelphia

A large offshore wind energy project planned off the coast of New Jersey will connect onshore to two former power plants, and cables will run under two of the state's most popular beaches, officials said Tuesday. At a virtual public hearing on the …

Harvesters to NOAA: Ecosystem-based solutions are needed

Recommendations for climate-resilient fisheries include a reduction in carbon emissions Federal officials looking for recommendations on how to achieve climate-resilient fisheries are being advised, by a group representing thousands of commercial fishermen …

LA County Now In Severe Drought Category

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – Southern California appears to be in the grips of yet another period of serious drought conditions. Both Los Angeles and Ventura counties have been placed in the severe drought category of the U.S. Drought Monitor. According to the …

Santa Maria Man Gets 3 Months In Prison For Shooting, Killing Elephant Seal

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – A Santa Maria man was sentenced Monday to three months in federal prison for shooting and killing a northern elephant seal on a Central California beach. 30-year-old Jordan Gerbich shot and killed the elephant seal on a beach near San …

NOAA Increase ‘Average’ For Hurricane Season

The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration said they will use “updated averages” for the Atlantic hurricane season, with it increasing to 14 named storms, and 7 hurricanes. The organisation said, “Beginning with this year’s hurricane season …

2021 Hurricane Season Looks “Above Average” So Far

The Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project Team is predicting an “above average” Atlantic hurricane season this year, with 17 named storms. This includes eight hurricanes, four of which are predicted to become major hurricanes. The …

River Herring Harvest Closure and Vertical Line Rule Changes Effective Tomorrow

CONTACT: Cheri Patterson: (603) 868-1095 Renee Zobel: (603) 868-1095 April 14, 2021 Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NHFG) held a virtual public hearing on April 6, 2021 regarding proposed rule changes concerning river herring …

NOAA starts phasing out its paper charts

ELLSWORTH — When Karl Brunner takes tourists out on his sail charters and lobster tours, he has a trusty paper nautical chart from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) that acts as a map to the ocean. It shows water depths, buoys, …

Wolves still real threat to WI livestock, other domestic animals

Virtually no animal currently found in Wisconsin generates more controversy, confusion or emotional extremes than the gray wolf (Canis lupus). Farmers who have lost livestock to the animals, and people who have seen hunting dogs and family pets killed, …

U.S. Congressional Candidate BO HINES D-5 NC receives major endorsement from Students for Trump Founder Ryan Fournier

U.S. Congressional Candidate BO HINES D-5 NC receives major endorsement from Students for Trump Founder Ryan Fournier LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, April 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE BO HINES, www.bo4nc.com, NC-5, …

Three Fellow Broward County Commissioners Endorse Barbara Sharief for U.S. Congress, District 20

Dr. Barbara Sharief, candidate for U.S. Congress District 20, has received the endorsements of Mark Bogen, Lamar Fisher and Tim Ryan. BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Barbara Sharief, candidate for …

Defense team for Venezuelan H.E. Alex Saab urge Cape Verdean authorities to honour international obligations

Africa is not a colony of the US and US cannot disregard the rule of law in African States and disobey the judgement of ECOWAS Court PRAIA, CAPE VERDE, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The defense team of H.E. Alex Saab, Venezuelan diplomat, …

Was Marijuana-Induced Psychosis a Trigger for Triple Child Murder Questions Parents Group

A horrific family tragedy could be the result of "medical" marijuana use by a depressed mom. The bodies of two toddlers and an infant were found. MERRIFIELD, VA, US, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The discovery of a triple murder …

M4MM Announces Free Expungement Clinics as Part of Week of Service & Community

Project Clean Slate Partners with Community Organizations on Marijuana Expungement Resource Fairs ORLANDO, FL, USA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minorities for Medical Marijuana, Inc (M4MM) announced a 420 week of service and community. …

EHR for Social Services Pivots for COVID Relief

Community CareLink Connects Service Providers and CARES Act Dollars with People in Need of Assistance KANSAS CITY, MO, USA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community CareLink (CCL), a Kansas City software development company, has partnered …

THE DAILY LEADER: FRIDAY, APRIL 16, 2021

“One Minutes” (5 per side) Complete Consideration of H.R. 1195 – Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act The Rule, which was adopted on Wednesday, provides for one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled …

Bill Whitaker of “60 Minutes” and Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic to Receive Top Journalism Awards

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) will award top honors this year to  Bill Whitaker, a longtime correspondent for CBS News and “60 Minutes,” and …

KQM CHANGE Foundation

KQM CHANGE FOUNDATION HELPS CHILDREN WHO HAVE LOST A PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO CRIMES OF HATE LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The KQM CHANGE FOUNDATION has been established as a non-profit organization, to help …

PositiveAscent.com launches Podcast

Manley has published three books and has a long history as a Champion for change as an ordained minister, educator and social commentator. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The series is hosted by Author and …

THE NATION’S LARGEST GRASS-ROOTS MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP, BLUE STAR FAMILIES, JOINS NVBDC MVO TASK FORCE

NVBDC’S MVO Task Force achieves strategic objectives by partnering with organizations to help Veteran Owned Businesses. DETROIT, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NVBDC honors Military and Veteran Service …

Hoyer Statement Following House Passage of H.R. 7, the Paycheck Fairness Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement after the House passed H.R.7, the Paycheck Fairness Act: “I was proud to bring the Paycheck Fairness Act to the Floor today and work to secure its passage, as I did …

Hoyer Testimony Before the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress’s Member Day Hearing

WASHINGTON, DC – This afternoon, House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) testified before the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress at their Member Day hearing. Below is his testimony as prepared for delivery:   Click here to watch the …

JARRETT ADAMS BRINGS JUSTICE TO THE WRONGFULLY CONVICTED

From Defendant to Defender, Life After Justice NEW YORK, NY, USA, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Top criminal defense and civil rights attorney, Jarrett Adams, is using his journey as a victim of wrongful conviction to drive awareness on …

Hoyer Statement on the Biden Administration's Sanctions Against Russia

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Biden Administration's strong sanctions and other actions against Russia:  “Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is taking strong steps to ensure …

Rev. Brian Fesler of the Church of Scientology Nashville elected Vice President of Religion Communicators Council

Expanding the outreach and message of the religious and spiritual community helps the world in time of need WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At its 2021 convention, the Religion Communicators …

TGTE Mourns Passing of former US Attorney General Mr. Ramsey Clark, a Dear Friend & Ally to Eeelam Tamils

He was one of the driving forces behind the creation of TGTE & served as TGTE’s New York Election Commissioner for its first parliamentary elections in 2010 NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

THE DAILY LEADER: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2021

Hoyer Floor Remarks Honoring United States Capitol Police Officers

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor today to honor United States Capitol Police officers, including those on his security team, and thank them for their courage in protecting and serving the Capitol complex. …

Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Plan to Withdraw All U.S. Troops from Afghanistan

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on reports that President Biden will announce a plan to withdraw all U.S. troops from Afghanistan this year:  “American forces have been involved in …