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Florida’s Big Bend Region Hadn’t Had a Hurricane in a Century Until Idalia Hit
Some residents of the vulnerable coast have already experienced prolonged displacement from even minor rainfall events.
Biden Administration Proposes Extending Overtime Protections to 3.6M More Workers
Salaried workers making under $55,000 a year would be guaranteed overtime pay under the proposed rule.
TN Prosecutor Threatens Pride Event With Enforcement of Blocked Anti-Drag Law
The Blount County district attorney says he can enforce the ban even though a judge ruled it unconstitutional.
When Police Killed a Trans Woman, Small Town Officials Scrambled to Protect Them
Officials have refused to release body-worn camera footage and tried to stop circulation of a watchdog newspaper.
Trader Joe’s Union Files to Force Company to Recognize Union Under New NLRB Rule
The union is likely the first to seek a bargaining order under the groundbreaking new rule.
Ohio Ballot Board Sued Over Ballot Language of Abortion Rights Amendment
Reproductive rights advocates say deceptive language is a last-ditch effort to confuse voters ahead of November.
New Orleans Workers Organize First E-Bike Ride Sharing Union in US
Led by trans mechanics, Blue Krewe United received union recognition this month.
Ruling Allows New Jersey’s Last ICE Jail to Remain Open Despite State BanÂ
Biden supported a private prison company’s suit to keep the jail open, but immigrant rights activists aren’t giving up.
California Attorney General Sues School District Over Anti-Trans Policies
The new policies violate “state laws safeguarding” student rights, state Attorney General Robert Bonta said.
White House Tries to Dismiss Lawsuit Filed by Asylum Seeker Separated From Son
The mother behind the lawsuit developed facial paralysis and depression from the trauma of being separated from her son.