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Ballot Box Breakdown: What is the Electoral College?

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1 month ago

October 17, 2024

www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-10-17 22:20:50

SUMMARY: The U.S. presidential election is determined by the Electoral College, as established in Article 2 of the Constitution, not by the national popular vote. There are 538 electors, with a candidate needing 270 to win. Each state’s electors correspond to its Congressional delegation size; for example, Louisiana has eight electors. Political parties nominate slates of electors, who usually support their candidate. On Election Day, votes determine both the presidential candidate and the electors. Most states award all electoral votes to the popular vote winner. Official voting by electors occurs in mid-December, followed by reporting to Congress.

In your Ballot Box Breakdown: a basic refresher on the electoral college, as we inch closer to election day.

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FORECAST TIMELINE: When to expect storms, cooler weather in San Antonio this week

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8 hours ago

November 17, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-17 06:25:33

SUMMARY: San Antonio will experience two fronts this week. The first arrives Monday morning, bringing storms and winds gusting up to 40 mph. A broken line of storms will affect the morning commute, with rainfall up to a quarter-inch. By afternoon, the weather will clear, with low humidity and continued winds. The second front on Wednesday will bring much cooler temperatures, with morning lows near 40°F and afternoon highs in the 60s, marking the season’s coolest weather so far. Expect mild, muggy conditions for the rest of Sunday, with temperatures in the low 80s.

FORECAST TIMELINE: When to expect storms, cooler weather in San Antonio this week. DETAILS: https://www.ksat.com/weather/2024/11/17/forecast-timeline-when-to-expect-storms-cooler-weather-in-san-antonio-this-week/

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Saturday 6pm Weather Update: Nice Sunday, rain chances increase early next week

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20 hours ago

November 16, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-11-16 18:21:52

SUMMARY: This Saturday evening, pleasant weather concludes the weekend, with Tropical Storm Sarah causing heavy rain and flooding in Central America, particularly Honduras. The storm is expected to dissipate near the Yucatan Peninsula, but moisture will move towards the northern Gulf, bringing rain late Monday into early Tuesday. Tonight will be comfortable with temperatures in the 60s and light humidity. Sunday will be warm and humid, reaching around 80°F. Rainfall totals could hit 2-5 inches, leading to potential street flooding from late Monday to Tuesday morning. Following this, colder temperatures will return, with highs dropping to the 60s later in the week.

Meteorologist Alexa Trischler says enjoy a warm Sunday and expect heavy rain late Monday into early Tuesday next week.

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New Orleans police officers issue concerns about evidence room

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1 day ago

November 16, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2024-11-16 11:37:36

SUMMARY: NOBD officers are urging Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick to visit their evidence and property room due to health concerns related to black mold and unsafe conditions. They outlined these issues in a letter requesting her to assess the situation firsthand, highlighting that mold results from excess moisture from leaking air conditioning ducts. Officers express that the mold could cause respiratory problems and worsen existing health issues. In response, Superintendent Kirkpatrick stated her commitment to addressing these concerns and has scheduled a meeting to evaluate the conditions and collaborate on solutions for the facility’s operation.