Congress votes unanimously to permanently abolish the 1-cent coin

Congress votes unanimously to permanently abolish the 1-cent coin

It appears that Americans might soon see the end of the penny, as the 1-cent coin is being pushed toward extinction. The House of Representatives has voted to pass the bipartisan Common Cents Act unanimously, aiming to retire this smallest piece of US currency. This legislation would prevent the Treasury from producing additional pennies, except […]

School Named After Obama Closes Permanently

School Named After Obama Closes Permanently

Barack Obama Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia, will remain closed for an undetermined period due to significant mold concerns within the building, according to WRIC ABC 8News. Richmond Public Schools (RPS) Chief Operations Officer Patrick Herrel instructed individuals to vacate the premises on Monday, announcing the school’s closure, as confirmed by several people present that […]

California Town Permanently Prohibits Data Centers Through Recent Vote

California Town Permanently Prohibits Data Centers Through Recent Vote

Monterey Park Bans Data Centers A town in California has officially enacted a permanent ban on data centers, according to reports from the Los Angeles Times. Residents of Monterey Park expressed concerns about climbing utility bills, the data center’s proximity to homes, and the potential effects on the environment. Notably, an indefinite halt on data […]

Senate Republicans reject proposal to eliminate Trump’s $2 billion fund permanently

Thom Tillis threatens to derail GOP border legislation due to Trump ballroom financing.

Senate Republicans Stand Firm on Trump’s $2 Billion Fund Senate Republicans are pushing back against efforts to permanently eliminate President Donald Trump’s nearly $2 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, even amidst notable dissent within their own ranks. An amendment proposed by Sen. Thom Tillis that aimed to prevent the funds from returning—redirecting them instead to a state […]