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Jessica Chasmar

jchasmar@washingtontimes.com

Jessica Chasmar was a continuous news writer for The Washington Times, covering topics on culture and politics.

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**FILE** A light standard rests at the dilapidated entrance to city hall in Stockton, Calif., on June 26, 2012. (Associated Press)

Stockton, Calif., to enter bankruptcy

A judge accepted the California city of Stockton's bankruptcy application on Monday, making it the most populous city in the United States to file.

April 1, 2013
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg

Bloomberg sets sights on smokers: $10.50 price floor for cigarettes

In his latest health push, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed a bill that would require retailers to keep tobacco products out of sight. It's companion bill, however, is seeking to ban cheap cigarettes and cigarillos by setting a price floor of $10.50 a pack across the board.

March 28, 2013