Arkansas Senate now passes bill to restrict crypto-mining
On Monday, the Arkansas Senate passed a bill that could bring more oversight and even sleep fees on to data companies involved in crypto-mining. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Crypto-mining has been making noise at the Arkansas State Capitol this week as the Senate passed a bill on Monday that could bring more oversight and even […]
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California Sues Huntington Beach to Stop Voter ID | Lost Coast Outpost
Voters fill out their ballots at a vote center at the Huntington Beach Central Library in Huntington Beach on March 5, 2024. Photo by Lauren Justice for CalMatters California is taking Huntington Beach to court again — this time over a change to its city charter adopted last month by local voters that would allow […]
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City Council committee approves $70M more in funding for migrant housing – NBC Chicago | #citycouncil
The Chicago City Council’s Budget Committee approved an additional $70 million in funding for the city’s programs addressing the ongoing sheltering of asylum seekers, with a full council vote expected in coming days. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson had originally expressed skepticism about the additional funds, but later changed course amid discussions with county and state […]
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Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, Italy, to Address Syracuse University Graduates During 2024 Commencement — Syracuse University News
The Mayor of Florence, Italy, Dario Nardella, will deliver Syracuse University’s 2024 Commencement address Sunday, May 12, in the JMA Wireless Dome. The ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. Nardella was first elected in 2014 and is currently serving his second term as mayor of the Renaissance city. He also serves as Special Rapporteur for […]
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Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Paris Hilton joined California state lawmakers Monday to push for legislation aimed at cracking down on the industry that cares for troubled teens by requiring more transparency from youth treatment facilities. The bill supported by the Hilton Hotel heiress and media personality aims to pry open information on how short-term residential […]
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California Supreme Court to hear appeal seeking to overturn new rooftop solar rules
A trio of environmental groups opposed to recent changes to the rules affecting the 1.8 million Californians who have installed rooftop solar on their homes and businesses will get their day before the state Supreme Court. The high court has agreed to hear arguments by the Environmental Working Group, the Center for Biological Diversity and […]
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Audit of $19,000 lectern purchase for Arkansas governor released
The audit into Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ office concerning the purchase of an almost $20,000 lectern has been released.The audit states that the Governor’s Office was potentially non-compliant with state law on seven occasions. Including paying for the podium before it was delivered, applying the purchase to operating expenses, and the Execuitve Assistant to […]
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Decatur City Council president discusses current status of vehicle repossession ordinance | #citycouncil
DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) — A vehicle repossession ordinance was first proposed in Decatur last November, and after months of debate, City Council President Jacob Ladner says the letter of the ordinance has changed drastically. “I think the original goal is just, hey is there something we can do with repossessions that can prevent tragedy in […]
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How to watch LA Mayor Bass’ second State of the City address – NBC Los Angeles
Mayor Karen Bass is scheduled Monday to deliver her second State of the City address. She’s expected to discuss progress made as well as priorities that lie ahead as Los Angeles faces a projected $467 million budget deficit, a continued homelessness crisis and rising crime, among other challenges. Bass will take the rostrum in City […]
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California AG Sues City of Huntington Beach Over Voter ID Law
California’s top law enforcement officer and elections chief on Monday sued the city of Huntington Beach to block a measure requiring voters to present IDs at polls for municipal elections. The lawsuit, filed in California Superior Court of Orange County, said the voter ID requirement is preempted by state law and will only suppress voter […]
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