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Supreme Court limits EPA in curbing power plant emissions

In a blow to the fight against climate change, the Supreme Court on Thursday limited how the nation’s main anti-air pollution law can be used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants. By a 6-3 vote, with conservatives in the majority, the court said that the Clean Air Act does not give the Environmental Protection Agency broad authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that contribute to global warming.

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Red Cross seeking volunteers

The American Red Cross is seeking volunteers for its organization in Leavenworth County. “The need is everywhere in our region and that includes Leavenworth County,” said Angie Springs, regional communications manager for the Red Cross The organization is seeking volunteers for disaster action teams.

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