Democrat Smith attacks GOP opponent’s ethics, says he ‘sold us out’ with eminent domain bill
“In the waning days of the 2014 election campaign, Alabama Senate candidate Susan Smith has launched twin attacks on her opponent’s ethics and judgment. In an ad that has been running on cable television in…
Petitions launched on stadium question
“Anita Miller scrambled over the weekend to supply volunteers with petitions for a ballot measure that would afford voters the chance to approve a city stadium and events center. If they collect 14,482 valid signatures…
Audit cites ‘inadequate oversight’ in state economic development program
“A report released Tuesday by the Utah state auditor calls for more statute clarity, consistent administration and transparency in a corporate incentives program through the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. The Corporate Recruitment and Incentives…
The history of Casa Mayan
“It once attracted famous musicians and politicians, and stands as a testament to what one Denver neighborhood used to look like. Casa Mayan is one of the oldest homes in the city, with a rich…
New development authority board drafts plan for downtown Golden
“The Golden Urban Renewal Authority will soon cede its involvement with the city’s downtown area to the Downtown Development Authority. City Council will review the development plan at an Oct. 23 public hearing. The plan…
Failed pipeline bill takes center stage in race
“An unsuccessful bill co-sponsored by Sen. Jason Rapert has become a political football in his re-election race against Democrat Tyler Pearson. At Tuesday’s candidate forum at the True Holiness Saint’s Center, Rapert told Pearson that…
Appel: No eminent domain for pipeline
“Democratic candidate for Congress Staci Appel says she is opposed to the use of eminent domain to construct a pipeline that would carry North Dakota crude oil across 17 Iowa counties en route to Illinois….
Oil companies say they hope to avoid using eminent domain on Nikiski land
“The oil companies and the state say they hope to avoid using the power of eminent domain to acquire land in Nikiski for what could be a $20 billion gas liquefaction plant on 400 to…
Property Rights Group Urges Brown To Veto Redevelopment 2.0
“An influential property rights group has released a new radio ad campaign urging Governor Jerry Brown to veto three bills that would bring back California’s abusive redevelopment agencies. The California Alliance to Protect Private Property…
Maine Candidates for Governor Spar Over Natural Gas Pipeline
“Republican Gov. Paul LePage is defending his support of legislation that could make it easier for private businesses to use eminent domain to seize property for natural gas pipeline expansion. The governor says the legislation…