Reviving the 10th: States watch Texas air quality case

The 10th Amendment — which reserves to the states and the people powers not delegated to the federal government by the Constitution — too often is viewed as a vestigial tail on the Bill of Rights, an atrophied anachronism in the age of sweeping federal activism.

Missing Links

In Brief

WASHINGTON – Vehicle recall count in 2010 is highest in U.S. since 2004: Automakers recalled about 20 million vehicles in 2010, led by high-profile recalls by Toyota that prompted new scrutiny of the auto industry’s safety record.

Chamber taking time to replace late president

The unexpected death of Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce President Matthew Crosson has left a void that the organization’s leaders aren’t rushing to fill. Chamber officials are predicting another national search to find a replacement for Crosson, who died Dec. 23.

Cashman Center bookings dwindle

The number of people and groups using the Cashman Center has been shrinking for years. During the fiscal year that ended June 30, Cashman hosted 139 events, half the total from two years ago and one of the lowest in its 27-year existence.

FTC banning up-front loan mortgage modification fees

The state consumer advocate is glad to see the end coming for a new type of financial enterprise in Nevada.
The Federal Trade Commission has banned consulting firms from charging up-front fees for negotiating modifications of residential mortgage loans. The prohibition takes effect Jan. 31.

Not guilty pleas entered for Jeffs in Texas case

SAN ANGELO, Texas — Polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs remained mute during a Wednesday arraignment on bigamy and child sex abuse charges, forcing the West Texas court to enter not guilty pleas on his behalf.

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