Washington state House passes bill that effectively bans natural gas, encourages ‘equitably’ shifting to electricity
The Washington State Legislature has passed a bill that would effectively eliminate the use of natural gas in new buildings as part of a larger effort toward full electrification in an “equitable” manner. On Tuesday, the Democratic-controlled House passed HB1589, also known as the Washington Decarbonization for Large Complex Utilities Act. The bill would require […]
Schumer’s call for federal crackdown on Zyn nicotine pouches faces backlash: ‘Nanny state alive and well’
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York has called for a federal crackdown on Zyn nicotine pouches, a move that has sparked strong opposition. The Democratic lawmaker recently issued a “warning to parents,” saying young people are becoming hooked on nicotine pouches from social media, CBS New York reported Sunday. “This is a bag […]
California State University faculty strike to demand ‘gender-inclusive’ restrooms, pay increases — reach tentative agreement
Unionized faculty at California State University, the nation's largest university system, started a strike Monday, first day of term. According to Thursday press release According to the California Teachers Association, the union representing 29,000 CSU workers, the “university strike” stems from failed contract negotiations that have been ongoing since May. The union, which had planned […]
Hawaii governor focuses on Maui recovery efforts, housing in State of the State address
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green led lawmakers and guests Monday in his annual State of the State address, observing a moment of silence for the victims of the Lahaina wildfires and announcing more efforts to respond to both Maui and Hawaii. Proposed proactive steps to transition vacation rentals to residential use. The state's severe housing needs. […]
Pennsylvania State Police lost online records related to evidence
Pennsylvania State Police is working to restore access to online records related to evidence handling after a mistake during server maintenance. The State Employees Retirement System also suffered a similar error this month that caused it to lose online access to its member services system. Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration blamed the problem on “human error” […]
Why Does Biden Want to Reward Hamas With a Palestinian State?
President Joe Biden has continued to push back against Israel and Hamas, despite the fact that doing so would reward Hamas for the October 7 terrorist attack and encourage similar attacks, not just against Israelis. He continues to insist that a Palestinian state will be created at the end of the war. The idea of […]
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker touts marijuana sales in state
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) raised eyebrows when he praised marijuana sales in the state. “For the third year in a row, Illinois adult-use cannabis sales have experienced record growth. We are building the most prosperous and accessible cannabis industry in the country, and we remain committed to repairing the damage of the past. We […]
‘They Have Invaluable Information’: Blue State Dems Seek To Recruit Convicted Sex Offender To Key Policy Board
Democrats in the Washington State Assembly have announced a bill that would add convicted sex offenders to a key policy committee on sex crimes. The law is HB2177The name of the board of directors is also scheduled to change from the “Sex Offender Policy Board'' (SOPB) to the “Sex Offender Policy Board.'' according to On […]
How to escape the surveillance state: Email
Editor's note: We are facing an unprecedented moment in American history. Our government and multinational technology monopolies have made it clear that our people are targets of the vast surveillance state they have built.The deep state seeks to imprison those who share meme, blaze journalist, and even leading presidential candidates. It's time for us to […]
Cal State faculty start strike at largest US public university system
California State University faculty and staff went on strike Monday, bringing the nation's largest public university system to a standstill as students return for the spring semester. University professors, counselors, librarians, instructors, coaches, and California Teachers Union members from the system's 23 campuses went on a five-day strike demanding higher wages and benefits. The union […]