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fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Supreme Court Rules That Environmental Impact Reports Must Focus on Project at Hand

Supreme Court rules that environmental law doesn't require accounting for all downstream effects on other businesses, potentially speeding up infrastructure projects.
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fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Supreme Court Rules That Environmental Impact Reports Must Focus on Project at Hand

Supreme Court rules that environmental law doesn't require accounting for all downstream effects on other businesses, potentially speeding up infrastructure projects.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

University of Florida presidential pick rejected after criticism of past DEI support

Florida Board of Governors blocked Santa Ono from becoming president due to conservative backlash against his diversity initiatives.
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fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

Democrats oppose Trump public media cuts request as GOP plans vote to defund NPR & PBS

Senate Democrats are opposing proposed cuts to public media funding, emphasizing its importance for local stations.
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fromWIRED
11 hours ago

'Big Balls' Is Officially a Full-Time Government Employee

Elon Musk's operatives have transitioned to full-time government roles, enhancing their influence within various federal agencies despite Musk's claimed exit from DOGE.
#trump-administration
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Letters: Donald Trump's cuts to research will set the U.S. back

Trump's cuts to the National Science Foundation threaten U.S. scientific leadership and innovation, particularly in competitive fields like artificial intelligence.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 hours ago

No viable path' to completion: Trump administration plans to end funding to California high-speed rail project

Federal funding for California's high-speed rail project may be cut due to cost overruns and lack of viable plans for completion.
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fromFast Company
2 days ago

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow federal layoffs

Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval to reduce federal workforce.
Federal judges have temporarily halted Trump's plans for downsizing until legal disputes are resolved.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 hours ago

Rep. Pramila Jayapal says Trump recission request is 'bad on all accounts'

Rep. Jayapal criticizes Trump's proposal to cut billions from foreign aid and public broadcasting as damaging and detrimental to health and safety.
#fcc
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fromArs Technica
5 hours ago

FCC Republican resigns, leaving agency with just two commissioners

The FCC will soon operate with only two commissioners after the resignations of Starks and Simington.
#california
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fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

What does the future hold for the California Democratic Party?

Democrats face a reckoning after losing significant elections and voter registration.
Party leaders acknowledge the need for change while others see strength moving forward.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Threatens Gavin Newsom With Fines, Touts Tariffs

Trump threatens California Governor Newsom over transgender athletes, indicating potential fines against the state.
Issues of fairness in sports are highlighted as a contentious topic in the debate over transgender participation.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago
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Trump Administration Goes After Fresno-Area Track and Field Competition Over Trans Athlete

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fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

What does the future hold for the California Democratic Party?

Democrats face a reckoning after losing significant elections and voter registration.
Party leaders acknowledge the need for change while others see strength moving forward.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Threatens Gavin Newsom With Fines, Touts Tariffs

Trump threatens California Governor Newsom over transgender athletes, indicating potential fines against the state.
Issues of fairness in sports are highlighted as a contentious topic in the debate over transgender participation.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago
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Trump Administration Goes After Fresno-Area Track and Field Competition Over Trans Athlete

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fromwww.npr.org
4 hours ago

In hearings, McMahon faces questions about the shrinking federal role in schools and colleges

The Trump administration proposes a 15% cut to the Department of Education's budget while preserving funding for low-income and disability support.
#democratic-party
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

California Democrats eye future leadership as Kamala Harris weighs gubernatorial run

California Democrats seek to redefine party leadership post-Gavin Newsom amidst a competitive gubernatorial race.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

California Democrats eye future leadership as Kamala Harris weighs gubernatorial run

California Democrats seek to redefine party leadership post-Gavin Newsom amidst a competitive gubernatorial race.
#senate-hearing
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Dem Senator And Trump Education Secretary Throw Down Over Instituting Viewpoint Diversity' At Harvard

Senator Murphy questioned Secretary McMahon's contradictory stance on diversity programs at Harvard during a Senate budget hearing.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Dem Senator And Trump Education Secretary Throw Down Over Instituting Viewpoint Diversity' At Harvard

Senator Murphy questioned Secretary McMahon's contradictory stance on diversity programs at Harvard during a Senate budget hearing.
fromHarvard Gazette
6 hours ago

Young researcher's ALS attack plan is now a no-go - Harvard Gazette

Rich is particularly drawn to Sinclair's approach, as it's unique and challenging conventional thought in medicine on how to address aging-related diseases comprehensively.
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#measure-a
fromSacramento Bee
14 hours ago

CA wants to move telework oversight. Is the budget bill the right way to do it?

It seems, kinda, a little bit suspect at this point. Normally, CalHR gives a heads up when they're going to be changing something in the laws so we can comment on that. Today we have not received that.
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fromAbove the Law
9 hours ago

Sex Asteroids, Sleazebags, And Meme Police - Above the Law

"The administration's decision to oust the ABA from its role in judicial nominations marks a significant shift in the process, reflecting a departure from established norms that emphasized neutrality and broad consensus."
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#congress
fromFast Company
6 hours ago
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Small business owners, here's how Trump's Big Beautiful Bill could impact your taxes: SALT deduction workaround axed

fromFast Company
6 hours ago
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Small business owners, here's how Trump's Big Beautiful Bill could impact your taxes: SALT deduction workaround axed

fromLos Angeles Times
9 hours ago

Trump administration sees 'no viable path' forward to finish high-speed rail project, moves to pull federal funding

Federal Railroad Administration's Drew Feeley stated that California High-Speed Rail Authority has misled taxpayers, effectively conned them out of $4 billion due to mismanagement.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
5 hours ago

French Hill calls for investigation into Little Rock Housing Authority

After years of broken promises, shameful mismanagement, and questionable expenditures—including multiple Corrective Action Plan findings by HUD and a Federal law enforcement raid—it is clear that MHA has lost both my and the public's trust.
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fromNextgov.com
13 hours ago

GSA expands contract reviews to resellers

GSA has expanded its review of federal contracts to include technology resellers, seeking detailed reports on pricing and services to enhance savings.
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#higher-education
fromWarpweftandway
11 hours ago

2025 Annual NAKPA (Korean Philosophy) Conference at George Mason University

The NAKPA conference at George Mason University in 2025 will feature a keynote address by Prof. Young-chan Ro and collaboration with the Journal of Confucian Philosophy and Culture.
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fromWarpweftandway
11 hours ago

CFP: ISCP at the 2025 AAR Meeting

The ISCP is encouraging submissions for individual papers at the AAR 2025, focusing on themes related to Chinese philosophy, which will promote richer discussions.
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#california-politics
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
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Gov. Newsom pushed for more police chases in Oakland. After bystander death, critics say he should 'own it'

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Letters: State's leaders are the cause of our high cost of living

California's high costs stem from local leadership failures, not national tariffs or economic conditions.
MDUSD must prioritize community resources like KVHS despite budget constraints.
Recent tax bill poses risks to clean energy initiatives.
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fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Gov. Newsom pushed for more police chases in Oakland. After bystander death, critics say he should 'own it'

Gov. Newsom advocates for more aggressive police chases in Oakland to fight crime, despite significant community safety concerns.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season

Concerns grow over FEMA's leadership competency amidst significant staff reductions and upcoming hurricane season.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Complains About Key Provision in Trump Budget Bill She Didn't Read: I am Adamantly OPPOSED' and Would Have Voted NO'

Full transparency, I did not know about this section on pages 278-279 of the OBBB that strips states of the right to make laws or regulate AI for 10 years.
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#fannie-mae
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
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Trump Says Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Would Retain Government Guarantees in Public Offering

fromSFGATE
3 days ago
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Trump Says Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Would Retain Government Guarantees in Public Offering

#lee-jae-myung
from48 hills
1 day ago

State Legislative staffers make money on outside political gigs-and it's a potential conflict - 48 hills

Allbee's dual roles raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest, as his outside consulting work connects with his position in Haney's office.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Texas GOP scores legislative wins, shifting immigration, education costs

"The challenge to running the Texas legislature now is balancing two things: The MAGA-influenced wing... and the real policy demands of a rapidly growing state."
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fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

Grand staircases, state-shaped pools, and a bowling alley in the basement: Here's what the governor's mansion looks like in every state

"These official houses, which are in 45 out of the 50 states, are meant to evoke the pride of their area and set the tone for governance."
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fromwww.esquire.com
1 day ago

FEMA Is Becoming Unreliable. Who Will Handle Disaster Relief?

The Saharan Air Layer significantly affects weather patterns, and its dust can suppress the formation of tropical storms and hurricanes, impacting hurricane season outcomes positively.
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#cybersecurity
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fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Senators urge DHS to reinstate disbanded cyber review board

Senators urge DHS to reinstate Cyber Safety Review Board to investigate cybersecurity incidents.
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fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Senators urge DHS to reinstate disbanded cyber review board

Senators urge DHS to reinstate Cyber Safety Review Board to investigate cybersecurity incidents.
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Police Bureau Terminates Consulting Contract With Former Employee

The Portland Police Bureau's sole-source contract with Ferraris Investigations will end early following scrutiny over costs, possibly indicating a need for better contracting practices.
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#politics
fromemptywheel
6 days ago
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One Explanation for Elon Musk's Claimed DOGE Departure that Gossip-Mongers Missed - emptywheel

Musk's resignation from DOGE may stem from dissatisfaction with the Big Ugly Tax Bill's financial implications.
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago
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I'm a gentleman honey farmer.

Political parties must fight for their principles and the people they represent or risk becoming irrelevant.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Letters: Fear and anger, not age, separate the GOP and Democrats

Media mischaracterizes GOP and Democratic appeal to youth based on age.
Republican campaigns rely on fear and resentment, impacting men's perceptions of competition.
Transgender athletes should compete based on mental attributes, not physical.
Smog bill amendments do not adequately resolve issues for owners of older vehicles.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Letters: Fear and anger, not age, separate the GOP and Democrats

Media should correct the misconception linking age to party appeal; both GOP and Dems have similar representative ages.
The Republican strategy involves fear and resentment, particularly targeting White male voters.
fromemptywheel
6 days ago
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One Explanation for Elon Musk's Claimed DOGE Departure that Gossip-Mongers Missed - emptywheel

#california-democrats
#budget-cuts
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

New federal employees must praise Trump EOs, submit to continuous vetting

The amount of manual labor involved in the new hiring policies is insane and will ultimately make hiring harder, not easier, according to a federal HR official.
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fromWorld History Encyclopedia
2 days ago

J. E. B. Stuart

J.E.B. Stuart became known as the 'eyes and ears' of General Lee's Confederate army, recognized for his intelligence-gathering prowess during the Civil War.
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fromemptywheel
3 days ago

But Who Gets Sammy Alito in the Divorce? - emptywheel

Trump blames Leonard Leo for judicial rulings against him, dismissing his own choices and suggesting a conspiracy among judges.
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Sources: Michigan St. expected to hire Batt as AD

"J Batt has a strong reputation for fundraising and revenue generation, with a 43% increase in donations at Georgia Tech. His experience appeals to Michigan State's vision, aiming to modernize its athletic department."
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fromTruthout
4 days ago

Louisiana's Immigration Bills Evoke Apartheid. We Cannot Remain Silent.

Louisiana's anti-immigrant legislation represents a troubling shift towards authoritarianism, posing threats to individual rights and public service integrity.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Anchor Confronts Attorney for Misgendering in Heated Clash Over Trans Athlete: Who Is Her?!'

Who is her? Okay, AB Hernandez is a male who identifies as a female. What would be fair is to have Hernandez competing in the male category. It is not fair for the females competing to have to compete with a male.
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fromMedium
4 days ago

How Unexpected Connections Can Lead To Surprising New Breakthroughs

Srdja Popović helped spearhead the Otpor movement, providing a structured model for successful non-violent resistance against dictatorship that influenced global protests.
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fromTruthout
5 days ago

GOP State Lawmakers Are Attempting to Undermine Ballot Measures Passed by Voters

Republican lawmakers nationwide are trying to restrict or undo voter-approved initiatives, particularly on abortion and employee benefits.
#government
#legislation
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fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Will Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Kill the Filibuster?

The filibuster is facing significant challenges, signaling its potential decline due to strategic legislative maneuvers and partisan conflicts.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Bipartisan Senate duo finds common ground on fighting wildfires

Collaboration between Padilla and Sheehy demonstrates bipartisan efforts for wildfire prevention and national fire response.
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fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Will Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Kill the Filibuster?

The filibuster is facing significant challenges, signaling its potential decline due to strategic legislative maneuvers and partisan conflicts.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Bipartisan Senate duo finds common ground on fighting wildfires

Collaboration between Padilla and Sheehy demonstrates bipartisan efforts for wildfire prevention and national fire response.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

These 5 States Might Eliminate Property Taxes

Property taxes are complicated and often rely on imperfect assessments, creating financial strain on households that struggles with rising rates amid record home appreciation.
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fromIndependent
5 days ago

Sam McBride: Gerry Adams is a man of towering ambition who had no moral qualms about securing his goals through murder

Gerry Adams is a figure shrouded in paradox, having led a violent campaign through Sinn Féin while simultaneously being crucial to the peace process that ended it.
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fromFast Company
5 days ago

A gas company wants to expand a pipeline in the south-but it would sharply increase air pollution in North Carolina towns

Environmental advocates warn that the expansion of two compressor stations along Transco's pipeline in North Carolina will lead to significant increases in air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Mailbag: CFP formats for the rebuilt Pac-12, Big Ten revenue model, the Civil War nickname, night games, travel trouble and more

The SEC and Big Ten control the governance and must consult with the other conferences.
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fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

And For My Last Trick - See Also - Above the Law

The term "Magic Circle" has historically denoted the most prestigious law firms in the UK, known for their prestigious client base and lucrative practices. However, as competition intensifies, these firms are attempting to rebrand themselves as "Global Elite," aiming to expand their influence beyond traditional markets and adapt to a globalized legal landscape.
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fromThe Mercury News
5 days ago

Letters: State's leaders are the cause of our high cost of living

Despite claims of rising costs due to tariffs, the Consumer Price Index and Producer Price Index showed declines, highlighting failed leadership in California as a contributor to high prices.
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fromNextgov.com
6 days ago
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Here's where the State Department is planning its layoffs and changes

The State Department plans significant structural reductions to streamline operations, impacting over 3,400 employees and consolidating more than 300 offices.
fromtime.com
6 days ago

Everything to Know About the 24 Players Cast in Survivor 50

Seasons: Borneo (1), All-Stars (8) Placed: 8th, 3rd It wouldn't be right to celebrate 50 seasons of Survivor without bringing back someone from the very beginning, and Borneo's youngest contestant is an unexpected but inspired choice.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

How a pair of Palos Verdes altar boys grew up to be Soviet spies

“Flying a falcon in exactly the same way that men had done centuries before Christ transplanted Chris into their time,” Lindsey wrote.
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