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States and Cities Move to Ban Bump Stocks

States and Cities Move to Ban Bump Stocks

Washington DC – (AP) Some states and cities are taking the lead on banning bump stocks as efforts stall in Washington, D.C. The controversial device was used in the Las Vegas shooting, allowing a semi-automatic rifle to mimic a fully automatic firearm. Massachusetts and New Jersey as well as the cities of Denver and Columbia,…MORE

Texans have until Monday, Feb. 5, to register to vote in primaries

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Texans have only until Monday, Feb. 5, to register for the state primary election that will be held March 6. Primary elections historically have low voter turnout. In 2016 only 21.5 percent of eligible Texans voted, which was the second lowest turnout in the country. For most residents registration will require…MORE

Retail Giant Helps Customers Dispose of Opioids

Retail Giant Helps Customers Dispose of Opioids

(AP) – Walmart is helping customers get rid of leftover opioids by giving them packets that turn the addictive painkillers into a useless gel.  The retail giant announced Wednesday that it will provide the packets free with opioid prescriptions filled at its 4,700 U.S. pharmacies. The small packets, made by DisposeRX, contain a powder that…MORE