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Hunters get military training at Ādaži base
Hunters get military training at Ādaži base
Gunfire was heard all weekend at the Ādaži military base, where hunters practiced shooting together with national guards. The event aims to engage and train as many hunters as possible who have rarely or never taken part in public distance shooting and high-precision shooting drills, Latvian Television reported April 21.
Saeima committee pores over booze sale rule changes
Saeima committee pores over booze sale rule changes
The Social and Labor Affairs Committee of the Saeima has expressed support for legal changes that would ban the sale of alcoholic beverages on weekdays and Saturdays between the hours of 20:00 and 10:00. However, another proposal to prohibit retail alcohol sales on Sundays from 15:00 was not supported.
Rēzekne city council could be dismissed this month
Rēzekne city council could be dismissed this month
The government could decide on the dismissal of Rēzekne City Council this month, Minister for Environmental Protection and Regional Development Inga Bērziņa (New Unity) said on Tuesday, April 2.
Harassment reports come from Art Academy, too
Harassment reports come from Art Academy, too
Sexual remarks, harassment, and more serious offenses have also been reported at other universities. Latvian Television (LTV) has received complaints about Andrejs Ameļkovičs, an assistant professor at the Latvian Academy of Art, who has already been suspended from his post previously. At the Academy of Culture, a lecturer has been dismissed after complaints from students, Latvian Television reported March 13.
Youth fight show to be looked at by police
Youth fight show to be looked at by police
Violation after violation – fighting sports industry professionals say this about a fight between an 18-year-old and a 15-year-old, the video of which has been made public. The event did not comply with various safety rules as well. Police will look into this incident, Latvian Television reported on February 14.
Latvian army reports receiving Russian-produced tea
Latvian army reports receiving Russian-produced tea
The National Armed Forces (NBS) has received food products originating in Russia and Belarus in the procurement of the National Defense Logistics and Procurement Center, the Ministry of Defense (AM) confirmed to Latvian Television on February 5.
LTV: Kariņš could have flown airBaltic instead of private jets
LTV: Kariņš could have flown airBaltic instead of private jets
At times when the former Prime Minister, current Foreign Minister Krišjānis Kariņš (New Unity), took private flights on his foreign trips, both he and his delegation would have had free seats on passenger flights, according to information available to Latvian Television, reported on February 2.
Russian citizens' expulsion from Latvia begins
Russian citizens' expulsion from Latvia begins
The process of expelling 985 citizens of the Russian Federation who have not complied with the requirements of the Immigration Law – those who have not taken the official language test and have not applied for another type of residence permit –  has started, Latvian Television reported on January 18.
Reimbursable blood pressure medicine supply interrupted in Latvia
Reimbursable blood pressure medicine supply interrupted in Latvia
Many pharmacies in Latvia currently do not have the two cheapest reimbursable medicines to regulate blood pressure and heart rate, and they are also unavailable with wholesalers, the State Agency of Medicines (ZVA) told Latvian Television on January 4.
Transport Minister to call for Russian grain import ban
Transport Minister to call for Russian grain import ban
Transport Minister Kaspars Briškens (Progressives) has again reiterated that imports and transit of Russian and Belarusian grain should be included in the European Union (EU) sanctions list, Latvian Television reported on January 3.
More than 50 drunk drivers caught over holidays in Latvia
More than 50 drunk drivers caught over holidays in Latvia
State police caught 52 drunk drivers between December 24 and 26 while patrolling the roads. Three drunk drivers were caught in raids in Rīga on Tuesday, December 26. Meanwhile, Latvian Television joined a police raid on the road from Rīga to Salaspils to see how it all happens.
Another group of Ukrainian soldiers treated in Rīga
Another group of Ukrainian soldiers treated in Rīga
On Thursday, December 21, Ukrainian soldiers were brought to Riga Eastern Clinical University hospital (RAKUS) for the ninth time. A group of 13 injured have arrived this time, but their total has reached 200 during the year and a half since the project has been in operation, Latvian Radio reported.
Man who punched and kicked woman avoids prison sentence in Ogre
Man who punched and kicked woman avoids prison sentence in Ogre
The Zemgale District Court in Ogre has sentenced a man to two years of probationary supervision for beating up a woman and causing what was described as 'moderate bodily harm'. In this case 'moderate' means broken ribs, fractures in other parts of her body and bruises after the perpetrator pulled the woman by the hair, punched her in the face, and kicked her.
Attack on doctor may result in criminal case
Attack on doctor may result in criminal case
Rīga Eastern Clinical University Hospital (RAKUS) has requested a criminal case regarding a patient's wife attacking a doctor, Latvian Television reported December 4.
Rīga mulls absence of bomb shelters
Rīga mulls absence of bomb shelters
Rīga municipality has identified places suitable for bomb shelters and concluded – everything should start from scratch. The situation with the existence and technical condition of these buildings is not good. The idea of a specific support program for the improvement and conversion of underground spaces into shelters has emerged, Latvian Television reported on Wednesday.
Peace mural unveiled on Rīga Ukrainian High School
Peace mural unveiled on Rīga Ukrainian High School
Two women harvesting and a dove – a mural, titled "Daughters of the Sun" has appeared on the facade of the Rīga Ukrainian High School on November 22. The women represent Latvia and Ukraine. 
Remembrance event held for Zolitūde tragedy victims
Remembrance event held for Zolitūde tragedy victims
Exactly 10 years ago, 54 people lost their lives in Zolitūde when the roof of the supermarket Maxima caved in. On November 21 a remembrance event was held at the site, Latvian Television reported.
Men's health emphasized in 'mustache march' through Rīga
Men's health emphasized in 'mustache march' through Rīga
On Monday, November 20, dozens of participants gathered outside the Freedom Monument for a “Mustache March.” November is Men's Health Month, and this year it places particular emphasis on the need to screening, Latvian Television reported.
Rīga's main Christmas trees picked
Rīga's main Christmas trees picked
On Monday, November 20, two of the most beautiful and bushy Christmas trees were selected for Rīga City. They were chosen in the “Rīga Forests” (SIA "Rīgas Meži") territory in the forest area near Jūdaži in Sigulda district.
Venipak delivery driver suspended over aggressive driving
Venipak delivery driver suspended over aggressive driving
Parcel delivery company Venipak has suspended an aggressive driver who nearly caused a major crash on the Bauska Highway on Tuesday, November 14. A video capturing dangerous maneuvers between several trucks has drawn widespread resonance on social networks, and the company's responsibility is questioned, Latvian Television reported on November 15.
School network change plans cause concern among local governments
School network change plans cause concern among local governments
Sorting out the school network is an issue where there is traditionally a lot of friction between the Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) and the local governments – school founders. Now, to avoid causing anxiety, the Ministry has decided not to make the proposed school network change map public as usual, but it is known 60 schools could be affected by changes as early as next year, Latvian Television reported on November 14.
Shorter alcohol sales hours considered in Latvia
Shorter alcohol sales hours considered in Latvia
The Saeima Public Health Sub-Committtee has agreed to advance a joint proposal on restrictions on alcohol sales, which provides for a prohibition on selling alcohol on working days and Saturdays from 20:00 in the evening until 10:00 of the next day, but on Sundays and public holidays from 15:00 to 10:00 on the next working day, Latvian Television reports.