Donald Trump, if re-elected, would likely face fewer legal and bureaucratic barriers to significantly alter environmental and climate regulations, leveraging a more favorable judicial landscape and conservative support. Brad Plumer and Lisa Friedman report for The New York Times. In short:. Trump's previous attempts to roll back environmental regulations were...

Trump could face fewer hurdles to overhaul the EPA in a second term

A Republican sweep in upcoming elections could mean a dramatic shift in U.S. climate policy, undoing many of Biden’s key environmental initiatives. Maxine Joselow reports for The Washington Post. In short:. Republicans could defund or dismantle federal environmental agencies, roll back climate regulations, and boost fossil fuel usage. Key...

GOP plans major rollbacks of US climate policies if victorious in elections

Several Republican National Convention speakers blamed President Biden's policies for rising gas and electricity prices, but experts attribute the increases to global market forces and other complex factors. Brad Plumer and Lisa Friedman report for The New York Times. In short:. Republicans claimed Biden's policies increased gas and electricity prices.

GOP speakers criticize Biden's energy policies at convention

The Project 2025 plan outlines a conservative vision for dismantling EPA climate regulations if Trump returns to the White House. Jean Chemnick reports for E&E News. Project 2025, led by the Heritage Foundation, details how a second Trump term could weaken the EPA and reshape climate regulations. The plan includes...

A blueprint for reshaping climate regulations under a second Trump administration

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

As North Carolina continues to attract new residents, understanding the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords becomes increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know about landlord entry and tenant rights in the state.

Can landlords enter at any time, or is it trespassing? Here are the rules in North Carolina

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

New Zealand is set to miss its 2050 net zero emissions target after the government scrapped key climate policies, new data reveals. Eva Corlett reports for The Guardian. New Zealand's coalition government has failed to announce robust new climate policies, leading to projections that the country will miss its 2050 net zero emissions target.

New Zealand's climate policy shift endangers 2050 net zero goal

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

The UK government is introducing stricter regulations for water companies to tackle sewage pollution and address public dissatisfaction. Emily Beament reports for The Independent. In short:. The Water (Special Measures) Bill will hold water company executives criminally liable for breaches in water quality laws. Ofwat will gain new powers to...

Tighter rules for water companies address public outrage over pollution

Bryan County, GA

The Current GA

South Korean automaker Hyundai announced Tuesday that its top-selling electric vehicle, the IONIQ 5, will be the first model to roll off the assembly line at its $7.6 billion EV and battery plant currently under construction in Bryan County near Savannah.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 EV model will be first off Bryan County assembly line

A major tar sands wastewater spill in Alberta continues to impact the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, highlighting regulatory failures and environmental risks. Ruth Kamnitzer reports for Mongabay. In short:. In 2023, 5.3 million liters of toxic wastewater spilled from Imperial Oil’s Kearl site, followed by another pond leaking for nine...

Toxic tar sands spill in Canada raises questions for First Nation community

South Carolina State

With the removal of hemp from North Carolina's controlled substances list in June 2022, many residents have turned to legal hemp-based CBD and delta-8 THC products for various treatments.

Is it legal to bring cannabis products from another state to North Carolina? Here's what the law say

Washington State

Mill Creek, WA

Timothy A Gruver

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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Trump blames Biden for high electricity prices to gain political edge

Former President Donald Trump criticizes President Joe Biden for rising electricity costs, leveraging it as a campaign issue. Brian Dabbs and Jeffrey Tomich report for E&E...

Trump blames Biden for high electricity prices to gain political edge

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