local

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In 2023, they paid $90 billion in federal, state and local taxes, and held almost $300 billion in spending power.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

All of these factors play an important role in shaping local climate policies and responses.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Lebanese state media later reported that Israel destroyed one bridge in the region, and local media said that a second bridge was also hit.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

And now, their 49-year-old father, Armando Gonzalez, a local handyman, is facing the threat of deportation after he was detained by federal immigration agents in Big Bear Lake this week.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“You know what, Novis? I think we should continue this conversation at the local police station.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin