Day: January 4, 2024

What American life was like 50 years ago, plus ‘trashy’ hot wing trend breaks bar food rules

6:59 pm January 4, 2024

TIME FLIES – In honor of the new year, take a look at how life has changed in 50 years. From 1974 to 2024, here are some ways that America is different. Continue reading… WEDDING DRAMA – A bride-to-be asks Reddit users if she’s in the wrong for choosing a bridesmaid dress that her future sister-in-law […]

Oregon judge denies DOJ request to dismiss lawsuit alleging government’s negligence in addressing pollution

6:58 pm January 4, 2024

A judge in Oregon has rejected a U.S. Department of Justice request to dismiss a 2015 lawsuit brought by young people that alleges the federal government knew the dangers posed by carbon pollution but that it has continued through policies and subsidies to support the fossil fuel industry. U.S. District Court Judge Ann Aiken said […]

UK faces criticism in French report for insufficient efforts to curb migrants from crossing English Channel

6:49 pm January 4, 2024

The United Kingdom is not sufficiently coordinating with France in efforts to reduce the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, according to a French report that points to the “uncertain effectiveness” of illegal migration policies. France is “struggling to develop operational cooperation arrangements” with the U.K., according to the report published […]

Georgia families sue state agencies, alleging failure in children’s mental health care

6:14 pm January 4, 2024

Three Georgia agencies that provide social services are being sued in federal court by families who say their children’s mental health disorders worsened from being institutionalized for prolonged periods as the state failed to provide adequate at-home services. The lawsuit filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court says the state’s shortcomings violate federal law including provisions […]

Georgia Gov. Kemp sets date for special election to replace state lawmaker

6:13 pm January 4, 2024

A special election to fill a vacancy in a Georgia state House district near Augusta is set for Feb. 13. Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday announced the date for the election to fill the House District 125 seat formerly held by Republican Barry Fleming. The district covers parts of Columbia and McDuffie counties. Fleming resigned […]