Lawmakers gathered in Sacramento this week for the first two hearings of the state Assembly’s special session to address Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to prevent gas price spikes in California. The proposal includes a refinery supply mandate, but oil companies have criticized it, fearing artificial fuel shortages. Newsom, a Democrat, faces accusations of pursuing gas pricing regulations for political gain.
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At Fort Stewart, Georgia, five soldiers were injured in a shooting incident when an active-duty sergeant opened fire, highlighting the persistent risk of insider threats within military bases. The attack, which has revived concerns about soldier safety, follows previous incidents, prompting military officials to emphasize the importance of ongoing active shooter training and security evaluations. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA defiant Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainians "will not give their land to occupiers" in response to former President Donald Trump's suggestion of a potential territorial "swap" with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine's territorial integrity is enshrined in its constitution, following Trump's announcement of a scheduled meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA 29-year-old woman named Autumn Bardisa was arrested in Florida for posing as a nurse and treating over 4,400 patients without a license from July 2023 until her termination in January 2024. She faces multiple charges, including practicing healthcare without a license and fraudulent use of identification, and is currently held on a $70,000 bond. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreSuffolk County Sheriff Steven Tompkins, 67, was arrested on federal extortion charges for allegedly pressuring a cannabis company executive into a $50,000 investment deal under threat of harming their business. If convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison, as prosecutors highlight the case as a commitment to combat public corruption. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAncient dinosaur footprints, dating back 110-115 million years, were uncovered in Northwest Travis County, Texas, following recent flooding that exposed them. Confirmed by UT paleontologists, the tracks include those of carnivorous dinosaurs similar to Acrocanthosaurus and possibly the herbivorous Paluxysaurus, Texas's state dinosaur. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreNagasaki, Japan, is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing, which killed around 70,000 people on August 9, 1945. Survivors, now aging and dwindling in number, advocate for nuclear disarmament while expressing concerns over rising global nuclear threats and Japan's reluctance to sign disarmament treaties. Want More Context? 🔎
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