California’s hemp industry is up in arms. The target of their outrage? Governor Gavin Newsom. Newsom’s Hemp Bombshell A new bill backed by Newsom, AB 2223, has shocked the hemp industry, with retailers warning it could destroy their businesses and lead to major job losses across the state. From Minor Tweaks to Major Overhaul The thing that has the industry …
Biden is cozying up to an unexpected ally in the fight against climate change. Here are the details. Super Pollutant Showdown The Biden Administration is stepping up its efforts to slash nitrous oxide emissions – a super pollutant – by brokering a climate deal with an unlikely partner: China. White House Climate Summit Reveals Bold Plans This big news came …
Worries have been raised after Walmart announced a change to its in-store prices. Here are the full details. Smart Shopping Your next trip to the supermarket might become an entirely new experience due to this cutting-edge tech: electronic shelf labels (ESLs). Stickering the Future Walmart has just announced it’s ditching the old-school price stickers in favor of these digital labels …
Global warming in Alaska is hitting harder than ever, and it’s not just the fish feeling the heat – native communities are struggling too. Not Just a Fish Tale The rivers that were once home to salmon are warming up, making life impossible for the fish and for those who rely on them. Salmon Sizzling Global warming is changing the …
Residents in San Diego County are being slowly poisoned, and they’re furious more isn’t being done. Here’s the full story. A Breath of Fresh Air San Diego County is offering some residents a chance at a temporary fix to a major problem: breathing in toxic air. The air around the Tijuana River Valley has gotten so bad – thanks to …
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is under fire after a huge drilling project was approved in the state’s backyard. Colorado’s Oil Bombshell In a move that’s sparking huge backlash, the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) has just approved a hugely controversial large-scale drilling project near the Aurora Reservoir. 166 Wells, 32,000 Acres The plan by Denver-based company Crestone Resources, …
Layoffs have hit the aviation industry, as one of the biggest airlines in the U.S., Southwest Airlines, has announced they’re stopping flights out of four major airports. Layoffs Across Industries Image Credit: Shutterstock / Skycolors With a growing spate of layoffs occurring across the nation – primarily in tech and production – it wasn’t going to be long before they …
New York is facing a crisis that could affect everyone that lives in the city. Here are the details. MTA’s Financial Crisis Looms New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) could be on the brink of ruin. A $16.5 billion budget shortfall has left the city’s public transit system in chaos, and New Yorkers in limbo. Congestion Pricing Plan Derailed This …
Californian’s wallets could soon feel the pinch across the state, as Governor Gavin Newsom’s new budget has had a frosty welcome. Here are the full details. California’s Financial Crisis California’s financial situation has turned dire, and it’s forced Governor Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers to make some drastic decisions. Drastic Measures They’ve slashed $16 billion from the budget, declared a …
Greg Abbott is in hot water with Texans. Why? Let’s take a look. Beryl Hits the Lone Star State Hurricane Beryl has slammed into Texas, and people are furious with Governor Greg Abbott. Mother Nature’s Fury Unleashed The storm roared in early Monday morning as a Category 1 hurricane and eventually weakened to a tropical storm. With it came heavy …
