‘I wish I could give you an explanation’

For over two years, EPA officials from Chicago have been assisting a white Ohio village affected by a hazardous chemical spill, with VP JD Vance promising to complete the cleanup. Meanwhile, the Trump/Vance administration is aiming to eliminate 20% of the Chicago staff, impacting enforcement of environmental laws and support for disadvantaged communities. Despite promises to protect clean air and water, the administration's actions indicate a pattern of weakening environmental protections and prioritizing industry interests...

J.P. Hoornstra, a seasoned sports writer with extensive MLB coverage experience, recently reported that the Los Angeles Angels signed former 25-home run hitter Yoan Moncada to a one-year, $5 million contract in hopes of a bounceback season after injuries limited his playing time in 2024. Moncada, known for his power hitting, has accumulated 93 home runs, 339 RBIs, and a .254/.331/.424 slash line over his nine-year career with the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White...

Former SJSU volleyball coach Melissa Batie-Smoose discusses President Trump’s ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports, while California AG Rob Bonta instructs Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to continue providing services to transgender minors despite the executive order. The hospital will halt hormone services for minors but continue treatment for current patients, as Trump’s order aims to restrict funding for gender transition procedures. Bonta joins over 20 attorneys general in suing to prevent the freeze of...

Kristin Davis revealed on her podcast that Sarah Jessica Parker is still upset about wearing a beige bridesmaid dress at Charlotte's wedding on "Sex and the City." Parker allegedly altered the Vera Wang dress by adding tartan pieces due to her dislike of beige. Davis also mentioned that the characters did not wear matching dresses at Carrie's wedding in the first movie, highlighting her favorite black Zac Posen gown worn to the event. Full Article

Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Washington to secure federal disaster aid for Los Angeles County wildfires and mend his relationship with President Trump, emphasizing their past collaboration during the COVID-19 crisis. The governor's efforts to work with Trump, despite previous criticism, could benefit his political career and enhance his effectiveness as a leader. Newsom's approach reflects a broader trend among governors navigating the balance between federal support and state sovereignty under the Trump administration. Full Article

Technicians for Southern California Edison discovered small white flashes on high-voltage transmission lines near the origin of the deadly Eaton fire, sparking concerns about faulty electrical equipment. The utility is investigating the possibility that its equipment may have caused the blaze, which killed 17 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Critics are calling for accountability, as the mounting evidence suggests a link between the utility and the fire, potentially leading to significant consequences for Edison...