Democrats Push for Right-to-Work Law Repeal in Michigan
Gaining control of the Michigan legislature and governorship for the first time in almost 40 years, Democrats have now made the repeal of the state’s right-to-work law a high priority backed by organized labor.[0] The legislation, which passed the House earlier this week and now heads to the Senate for a final vote, would allow […]
Continue reading US-Russia Clash: MQ-9 Reaper Drone Crashes into Black Sea After Unsafe Intercept by Russian Su-27 Jets
On Tuesday, a Russian fighter jet collided with a US drone, causing it to crash into the Black Sea.[0] The US Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone was on a routine mission in international airspace when two Russian Su-27 jets attempted to intercept it.[1] The US European Command (USEUCOM) described the intercept as “unsafe and unprofessional” […]
Continue reading Honoring the Legacy of Former U.S. Rep. Pat Schroeder
On Monday, the United States lost a trailblazing leader and champion for women’s rights and family rights. Former U.S. Rep. Pat Schroeder of Colorado passed away at the age of 82 due to complications of a stroke.[0] As Colorado Public Radio’s Caitlyn Kim reports, she is remembered for her wit, work ethic, and willingness to […]
Continue reading EPA Proposes Federal Limit on Harmful “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed on Tuesday to establish a federal limit on the presence of harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.[0] The proposed regulation, which would apply to six PFAS chemicals, is a major step forward […]
Continue reading EPA Proposes New Standard to Regulate PFAS in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a standard to regulate the cumulative mixture of six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) found in drinking water.[0] This group of man-made chemicals, also known as “forever chemicals,” are used in a variety of everyday products, from dental floss to cookware to firefighting foams and linger in the […]
Continue reading San Francisco’s Proposal for Reparations: A Historic Moment for the US City
San Francisco is considering a proposal for reparations for the city’s Black residents. The proposal, which was presented to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors on March 14, includes a list of 100 recommendations ranging from offering home ownership grants to Black residents to providing a $5 million lump sum.[0] This decision could make San […]
Continue reading EPA Proposes Landmark Rules to Reduce ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a landmark proposal this week to curb “forever chemicals” in drinking water, which could affect up to 100 million Americans.[0] A proposed regulation would set a maximum of 4 parts per trillion for PFOA and PFOS, two of the most commonly found PFAS chemicals, in drinking water. This is […]
Continue reading Russian Oligarch Yevgeny Prigozhin in Public Standoff with Russian Military Over Wagner Group
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the oligarch behind the notorious Russian mercenary group Wagner, is embroiled in a public standoff with the Russian military.[0] Prigozhin has accused the military of taking credit for successes won by his troops and of slowing down their advance in Ukraine with administrative red tape. This conflict was brought to a head when […]
Continue reading U.S. Annual Inflation Rate Eases to 6%, India’s Inflation Remains Above 6% Tolerance Threshold
Inflation in the U.S. rose at an annual rate of 6% in February, cooling from the prior month yet still above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.[0] The closely watched Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, released on Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, showed a 0.4% monthly increase, in line with average economist estimates.[1] The […]
Continue reading Biden to Deliver Eulogy for Carter, Discusses Revived Cancer Moonshot Plan
President Joe Biden revealed on Monday night at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser in Rancho Santa Fe, California that former President Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy when he dies.[0] Carter, 98, has been in hospice care since February 18 after The Carter Center issued an official statement earlier in the month […]
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