Progressives call push to change Constitution 'risky'
Progressive groups are speaking out against the idea of a constitutional convention.
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California’s Paradise Fire survivors help in Maui recovery
Leaders from the Medspire nonprofit mobile clinic in Paradise donated money and expertise to medical staff on Maui.
Feds consider whether to allow betting on election outcomes
The New York trading company Kalshi has asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for approval.
Anti-hunger advocates oppose limits on food benefits in Farm Bill
Anti-hunger groups are calling on Congress to protect the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Report: Teachers’ unions did not unduly influence pandemic school closures
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consulted a wide range of stakeholders.
Storm energizes backers of California bill on climate-resilient schools
(California News Service) As the waters recede from the biggest storm to hit southern California in decades, lawmakers in Sacramento are considering a bill Wednesday to make schools more resilient. Senate Bill 394 would require the California Energy Commission to create a statewide plan to help school districts integrate climate resilience and sustainability into their master plans.
Two-year news investigation spotlights abuse of farmworkers
Latine workers form the backbone of the American agricultural industry.
Fans of popular movies, books fuel activism
On Earth Day 2023, thousands of people around the world took part in protests.
Report: Majority of young people want stricter gun laws
Some 74 percent of young people in the U.S. believe gun violence is a problem.
Advocates criticize proposal to limit local control over 5G equipment
Consumer groups are fighting a proposal in Congress.
