Washington offering drug offenders priority status for 'social equity' licenses to sell weed
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is offering available retail licenses to sell marijuana, prioritizing former offenders in the name of "social equity."
Economy, job market among nation’s most pressing issues, say concerned Americans
People in Austin, Texas, identified what they believed to be the most pressing issues facing America currently, with over half of people pointing to the economy
Catholic bookstore in Florida sues over law requiring businesses use preferred pronouns: 'Part of a narrative'
A Catholic bookstore in Jacksonville, Florida, is suing the city over a human rights ordinance it claims mandates business owners use transgender pronouns, according to a lawsuit.
US slaps North Korea with new sanctions targeting the 'regime’s global illicit networks'
The Treasury Department slapped three companies and two individuals with fresh sanctions on Wednesday for "illicitly generating revenue" for North Korea.
Investors pull around $6 billion out of Binance's stablecoin
Binance USD, Binance's stablecoin pegged to the US dollar has seen outflows equivalent to more than 1/3 its market cap as regulatory pressure scares investors away.
Manufacturing contracts for third straight month
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) said that its Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) reached of 47.7 last month after reaching 47.4 in January, notching the third straight month of contraction.
Congress investigates how pharma middlemen affect drug prices
House Republicans are investigating pharmacy-benefit managers, middlemen in drug price negotiations, over whether they create unnecessary costs for prescription drugs.
Chemical disposal from Ohio train derailment causes concern: 'Not too happy about it'
Community concerns spark changes from the Environmental Protection Agency after the toxic spill from the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, in February.
Demoted FDNY chiefs sue ‘political operative’ fire commissioner
Four FDNY assistant chiefs sued FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh for demoting them and others, alleging New York City Mayor Eric Adams' appointee is a "political operative" jeopardizing public safety.
Huawei export licenses could be revoked by US
Huawei was previously placed on the US Commerce Department’s blacklist over concerns China could use the company’s telecommunications tech for spying.
UK grocery price inflation hits record 17.1%
UK consumers cost of buying food has soared 17.1%. Products with fastest growing prices include milk, eggs, and butter as the United Kingdom faces a cost-of-living crisis.
Target CEO gives cautious outlook after sales, profits improve
Target reported an increase in sales and revenue for the fourth quarter but CEO Brian Cornell is not as optimistic about the current environment.
DeSantis warns ESG movement driven by 'woke' corporate CEO bullies in new book
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a stark warning in his new book concerning the ESG movement, arguing that it is a way for the left to achieve certain goals through corporate power.
US manufacturers urge House select committee on the CCP to help American businesses compete with China
The National Association of Manufacturers is calling on the House select committee on the U.S.-China competition to take steps to enhance the American manufacturing sector.
Supreme Court to hear challenge to Consumer Bureau’s funding
The CFPB's creation was a part of the Dodd-Frank financial overhaul intended to safeguard consumer welfare. It's constitutionality has been questioned by Republicans for years.
Janet Yellen makes surprise Ukraine visit
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday, meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to reinforce America's commitment to supporting the country.
EPA resumes shipments of toxic material out of East Palestine after 'safety' check
President Biden's administration has resumed shipments of toxic waste out of East Palestine, Ohio on Monday. The EPA says it paused the deliveries for safety purposes.
World Bank estimates earthquake in Turkey caused $34.2 billion in damage; rebuilding may cost double
The deadly earthquake in Turkey earlier this month caused an estimated $34.2 billion in damage, according to the World Bank, and may cost twice that to rebuild.
UPS employees in Texas charged with trafficking cocaine
Two UPS employees are part of a group of five accused of trafficking cocaine in southern Texas. Law enforcement seized approximately 60 kilograms of cocaine.
Royal expert on Camilla dropping consort title against Queen Elizabeth’s wishes: ‘A queen in her own right’
Camilla, currently queen consort of the United Kingdon, has "paid her penance" and deserves the title promotion of "queen" after the May coronation, royal expert Nigel Farage says.



















